Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS therapy) is effective, and FDA approved for depression and is a particularly good choice for patients who have not fully responded to antidepressant medication, or for those who experience side effects with antidepressant medication.
TMS therapy with Neuronavigation is a special way to look at your brain, using a functional MRI the doctor can pinpoint the areas they want to target
rTMS version 1 is imprecise. Targets in version 1 are based on measurements on the skull (5 cm rule, F3, helmets or EEG.
We use MRI and functional networks for precise individual targeting, as used in SAINT or Stanford Neuromodulation.
This uses a highly focused, pulsed magnetic field to stimulate under-active brain regions believed to be involved with depression. The magnetic pulses are similar in type and strength to those produced by a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine.
TMS therapy is performed in the privacy of our office. Patients remain awake and can go right back to their usual activities after a treatment.
Dr. Lauren Marangell is recognized internationally as an expert in the area of depression and treatment-resistant depression. Dr. Marangell is also a Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the University of Texas McGovern Medical School and a board-certified psychiatrist. She has appeared on Good Morning America, the Today Show, and CNN Business.
A dedicated clinician, she has been serially awarded “Houston Top Doctors”.
She has conducted original research into rapidly acting and novel antidepressant treatment mechanisms throughout her career, resulting in over 138 published peer-reviewed academic papers and psychiatry pocket textbooks that have been published in English, Mandarin, Hungarian, Portuguese, and Italian.
Dr. Rayan Al Jurdi has been a trailblazer in new forms of psychoneurological, neuropharmacological and neurological research. He has also been instrumental in bridging the gap between research initiatives and implementation in a patient setting.
Dr. Al Jurdi has been the recipient of multiple awards in clinical care, teaching, and research.
He has been involved in many research protocols and part of design teams of single-site research, multicenter and global research serving as principal or co-investigator on more than 35 research protocols. The funding sources for these research programs has been diverse, including the National Institute of Mental Health, the Department of Defense, foundations, industries, and local support.
Brain Health Consultants boasts a remarkable 98% patient satisfaction rate, showcasing expertise and dedication to exceptional neuromodulation.
Dive into the world of rTMS with pioneers in the field since 2003. Dr. Lauren Marangell and Dr. Rayan Al Jurdi are at the helm, bringing unparalleled experience that’s unmatched locally.
We use Nexstim, the leading equipment trusted in top institutions like TCH and MD Anderson for neurosurgery. Expect nothing less than the best!
Our staff is not only skilled but incredibly welcoming. You’ll feel right at home in our comfortable offices located at the convenient crossroads of Weslayan and 59.
Visiting from out of town? Enjoy hassle-free logistics with nearby hotels and simple airport access, making your healing journey as smooth as possible.
We are “out of network” for all insurance plans. We will give you a “superbill” that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. However, because insurance plans vary so much, we cannot promise any reimbursement. HMO plans and Medicare typically will not reimburse. PPO plans often give partial reimbursement. Check with your insurance carrier if you do not know which kind of plan you have. We can still treat you, but you will be solely responsible for the costs at the time of service.
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