Accelerated TMS in Summerville, SC
A full TMS course in days, not weeks — for patients who need faster results.
How It Works
Multiple Sessions Per Day,
Fewer Total Days
Instead of one session per day, accelerated TMS delivers multiple sessions daily — typically 3 to 10 — with rest intervals in between. The Stanford SAINT protocol delivers a full course over just 5 consecutive days. The underlying stimulation technology is identical to standard TMS; only the schedule differs.
Each session uses the same magnetic coil targeting the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, the same FDA-cleared equipment, and the same evidence-based parameters — just compressed into a more intensive format that leverages the brain's neuroplasticity window.
Accelerated TMS is well-suited for patients with severe treatment-resistant depression needing rapid relief, those whose schedules make daily visits impractical, and patients who have responded to standard TMS and want re-treatment.
Dr. Fox will review your history and advise whether an intensive protocol is appropriate.
- Severe treatment-resistant depression needing rapid relief
- Patients who cannot commit to 9 weeks of daily visits
- Prior TMS responders seeking re-treatment
- Those with time-sensitive clinical need
- Carefully evaluated candidates only — Dr. Fox will advise
Research including the SAINT trial (American Journal of Psychiatry) has shown remission rates with accelerated TMS notably higher than standard TMS historical rates — though patient selection matters significantly.
Dr. Fox will give you an honest assessment of expected outcomes for your specific situation — not a generic sales pitch.
- SAINT trial: remission rates exceeding standard TMS
- Published in American Journal of Psychiatry
- Patient selection is a key variable in outcomes
- Same underlying FDA-cleared stimulation technology
- Individualized assessment required before proceeding
Serving Summerville, Goose Creek, Ladson & Greater Charleston
Conveniently located at 204 N Cedar St, Ste 100, Summerville, SC 29483