Combining Ketamine and Deep TMS: A New Frontier in Treating Depression
Emerging evidence suggests that combining these interventions may enhance treatment outcomes and provide options for patients who have not responded to traditional therapies.
Johnson & Johnson’s new antidepressant could face structural barriers to uptake
The FDA approved Spravato in March, but a new paper in JAMA examines some of the barriers inherent in the practice and reimbursement of psychiatry that could get in the way of widespread use of the drug.
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RCM Outsourcing: Balancing Human Expertise & Smart Technology
Greenway Health blends smart technology with human expertise to elevate revenue cycle.
FDA AdCom smacks down Alkermes antidepressant drug, making approval unlikely
Briefing documents from the Psychopharmacologic Drugs Advisory Committee earlier this week had cast doubt on the chances of a positive vote.
Iodine completes first mental health integration of Apple CareKit-developed app
Iodine is teaming up with TMS Health Solutions, a network of psychiatric service providers in Northern California, to make Start a part of depression treatment at TMS clinics.
Antidepressants could actually help those managing diabetes
There seems to be a correlation between diabetes and depression, and medications to treat the latter might be effective for both.
Fresh off its $560M acquisition, the team behind Naurex is launching a new startup
Just weeks after being acquired by Allergan, the team behind Chicago-based Naurex is launching a new startup: Aptinyx. It'll focus on developing drugs for diseases of the brain and nervous system.
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Esperion Sets Its Sights on New Areas While Maintaining Commitment to Cardiovascular Health
In a recent interview, Esperion president and CEO, Sheldon Koenig talks about the reality of statin intolerance and his company’s expansion into new diseases
Could antidepressants or heart disease medications be used to treat Ebola?
Some FDA approved drugs used for a variety of conditions could potentially be effective in treating Ebola in its early stages.
For depression, which is better: Therapy or meds?
Many people suffer from depression and just take their doctor’s word for it on whether or not they should be medicated (not to mention which drug) and/or seek psychotherapy. There really hasn’t been a ton of research looking at how a doctor can or should make these decisions. With drug choice especially, it is kind […]