Program

Sunday,August 4, 2024

This 1 day intensive course offers an in-depth exploration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), covering its theoretical foundations, clinical applications, neurobiological mechanisms, and practical implementation in clinical practice. Participants will gain insights into the principles and mechanisms of TMS, safety considerations, applications in treating various neuropsychiatric disorders, and the underlying neurobiological mechanisms. Through hands-on demonstrations and discussions, attendees will acquire practical knowledge of TMS techniques and safety protocols. This course will also address challenges in transitioning TMS from research to clinical practice


Time Session
8:30 am - 9:00 am Doors open / Breakfast
9:00 am - 9:10 am Brief Introduction and Demonstration
Speakers: Ziad Nahas, MD & Elisa Kallioniemi, PhD
9:10 am - 9:20 am What is TMS and TMS Physics
Speaker: Elisa Kallioniemi, PhD
9:20 am - 9:30 am Basic Safety Considerations
Speaker: Andrew Kozel, PhD
9:30 am - 9:45 am Neuroscientific Applications of TMS
Speaker: Elisa Kallioniemi, PhD
9:45 am - 10:15 am Studies of TMS to Treat Depression
Speaker: Nolan Williams, MD
10:15 am - 10:30 am Break
10:30 am - 11:00 am Other Neuropsychiatric Applications of TMS
Speaker: Andrew Kozel, PhD
11:00 am - 11:20 am Mechanisms of Action
Speaker: Ziad Nahas, MD
11:20 am - 11:45 am Imaging and TMS
Speaker: Desmond Oathes, PhD
11:45 am - 12:15 pm Future clinical practice and research
Speaker: Mark George, MD
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm Lunch
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm TMS Demonstration
Faculty: Ziad Nahas, MD, Elisa Kallioniemi, PhD, Desmond Oathes, PhD, Andrew Kozel, PhD
3:30 pm - 3:45 pm Break
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm TMS Demonstration
Faculty: Ziad Nahas, MD, Elisa Kallioniemi, PhD, Desmond Oathes, PhD, Andrew Kozel, PhD
4:45 pm - 5:00 pm Certification test
Faculty: Ziad Nahas, MD & Elisa Kallioniemi, PhD

Disclaimer:

  1. This course alone DOES NOT provide participants with the full expertise to conduct TMS studies. Every participant who is interested in pursuing TMS research is encouraged to contact one of many TMS laboratories for more in-depth training and observership.
  2. It is particularly important that any laboratory using rTMS have a plan to manage seizures. Until the safety of any specific stimulation regimen is firmly established, this should include the presence of medical personnel and the maintenance of emergency equipment and medication close by. The management of seizures is beyond the scope of this course. However, with provoked seizures in otherwise healthy individuals, treatment should consist primarily of getting the patient onto his/her side on a flat surface away from sharp edges, managing the airway, gaining venous access, and providing oxygen. If a neurologist is not readily available during rTMS administration, an algorithm established for administering antiepileptic medication should be established in consultation with a neurologist, so that these are not used indiscriminately, leading to additional problems.