The psychiatry department at Krishna Hospital has introduced a state-of-the-art Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) system

The psychiatry department at Krishna Hospital has introduced a state-of-the-art Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) system. This advanced technology is expected to enhance the treatment of depression and other mental illnesses.

Under the guidance of Chancellor Dr Suresh Bhosale, Krishna Hospital has consistently worked towards innovative healthcare solutions. Recent societal changes and stressful lifestyles have led to an increase in conditions such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and depression. OCD is a serious mental health condition characterized by persistent, intrusive thoughts.

The rTMS system has shown significant benefits in treating these disorders. This FDA-approved, Russian-made device, which is utilized worldwide including in the U.S., is now available at Krishna Hospital. This cutting-edge technology can greatly improve mental health treatment by using magnetic stimulation to target specific brain areas. A key benefit of rTMS is that patients can undergo treatment on an outpatient basis, allowing them to continue with their daily activities at home or work. Patients interested in this treatment are advised to contact the psychiatry department at Krishna Hospital.

For the first time, patients in the Satara, Sangli, and Kolhapur districts will have access to this US-FDA approved advanced system, which is available in only a few hospitals across India. Additionally, under the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jan Arogya Yojana, eligible patients can receive this treatment free of charge.