First Principles of TMS Induced Synaptic Plasticity and Potential Impact on Clinical Outcomes
> >Register Now << Speaker: Alex McGirr, MD, PhD, FRCPC Transcranial magnetic stimulation is delivered in patterns of pulses that are informed by pre-clinical electrophysiology to induce changes at the level of the synapse. Our delivery of this treatment is agnostic to two major confounds that influence the ability of synaptic weights to change in […]
Single-Day Regimens for TMS: Recent Progress and Open Questions *Free Session*
Kick off the year with complimentary Grand Rounds! > >Register Now << Speaker: Jonathan Downar, MD, PhD, FRCPC Improving access to TMS is a priority for practitioners and patients alike. Multi-day treatment protocols pose a significant logistical barrier to access for many patients, especially those in remote areas. Recently, proof-of-concept studies have begun to investigate […]
TMS for Schizophrenia
> >Register Now << Speaker: Roscoe Brady, PhD, MD In this presentation we will review the use of TMS for treating symptoms of schizophrenia as well as its use as a research tool to understand schizophrenia pathophysiology. We will discuss symptoms such as medication refractory hallucinations, negative symptoms, and cognitive dysfunction. We will review different […]
