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The Department has started the Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (r-TMS) service since 2016. This is a non-invasive treatment, and a painless procedure, where the patient comfortably relaxes while a train of magnetic waves are passed through his brain, which in turn generates a mild electric current in the brain. It is used for several conditions including depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, certain pain conditions, and in addictions as an adjunct therapy.
- There will be a designated JR, and consultant I/C for rTMS services. The SR in room 205 of the OPD will be responsible for day-to-day guidance and optimum utilization of the services of the JR
- Cases for rTMS will be referred to rTMS service from Department of Psychiatry as well as other Departments in the hospital
- Tuesday is designated as the day on which patient referred for rTMS will be evaluated and treatment protocols decided and set up in the rTMS chamber
- rTMS consent will be taken from the patient/patient‖s relative and to be signed by the consultant I/C of the service of the case
- Proper administration of rTMS to be ensured by the JR and supervised by SR and consultant I/C whenever necessary
- Regular evaluation of the patient with rTMS in terms of benefits and side effects will be done as per the proforma and rating scales
- Proper functioning and maintenance of rTMS machine and other equipment to be ensured by JR posted in rTMS
- Proper documentation of the rTMS session in the patient files, OPD card, rTMS Register and SPSS files to be done by JR posted in rTMS
- In case a patient develops complication during rTMS, JR must inform the SR I/C immediately and seek supervision form the consultant I/C of the case
Department of Psychiatry
Sector 12, Chandigarh-160012
Telephone: +91-172275-6801 / 6812 / 6818
Email: psychiatryoffice.pgimer@gmail.com
