Hope for Veterans: TMS at the VA for Veterans with Depression in Portland

Happy Memorial Day! As we honor our veterans today, let’s look at how the Veteran’s Administration (VA) is using TMS, or transcranial magnetic stimulation, to help treat depression in our country’s veterans.  Depression is, unfortunately, very common among those who have served. Veterans often carry invisible wounds long after their military service ends. Depression, anxiety, […]

Understanding TMS Treatment: A Look at Potential Side Effects

   When SSRIs and therapy fail to touch depression symptoms, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers patients seeking relief a promising, evidence-based alternative. Still, the number one question patients have about TMS is: “Is TMS safe?” Then, they’ll often follow that up with a few more questions:  “Does TMS have any side effects?” “What are the most […]