Wayne State University School of Medicine

Dept. of Psychiatry &  Behavioral Neurosciences

Chairman's Grand Rounds

Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Time: 1-2pm

Venue: Scott Hall - Blue Lecture Hall and Zoom

Speaker:

Bardia Gholami, M.D.

Medical Director, Crisis Center, Detroit Receiving Hosital

Assistant Professor, Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences

Wayne State Univesity School of Medicine

No Commercial Relationship

TOPIC:

"Repeated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS):

Basic Concepts and Clinical Applications" 

Objectives:

1. To provide an overview of the basic principles of repetitive transcranial stimulation (rTMS):

* Explain the fundamental concepts of eletromagnetic induction and its applications in rTMS.

* Descrbie the equitpment used in rTMS procedures and the parameters involved in treatment.

2.  To discuss the proposed mechanism of action underlying rTMS:

* Explore the theories behind how rTMS influrences neural activity and connectivity.

* Explain the potential impact of RTMS on neuroplasticity and neurotransmitter systems.

3.  To review the clinical applications of rTMS in psychiatry disorders: 

* Discuss the evidence supporting the use of RTMS in the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD), anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and schizophrenia. 

* Highlight the specific brain regions targeted in each psychiatric disorder and the rationale behind their selection. 

4.  To examine the efficacy and safety of rTMS in psychiatric treatment: 

* Review the findings for clinical trials and meta-analyses assessing the effectiveness of rTMS in various psychiatric disorders.

* Discuss the potential benefits and limitations of rTMS as a non-invasive and well tolerated treatment options.

5.  To address practical considerations and future directions in rTMS research and clinical practice:

* Discuss the optimal treatment protocols for rTMS, including session frequency, duration, andtotal number of sessions. 

* Explore ongoing research and potential advancements in rTMS technology and its application.