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NeuroStar® TMS Therapy for Depression in Hoover, Alabama

NeuroStar® TMS is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment that can help restore mood, energy, and daily function. Ross Bridge Medical Center is home to Hoover's repeatedly voted Best Doctor.

  • FDA-cleared treatment for depression
  • Non-invasive and medication-free
  • Minimal side effects and no downtime
  • Most major insurance plans may cover treatment
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FDA-Cleared Non-invasive treatment
What is NeuroStar® TMS?

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation can offer a new path forward.

NeuroStar® TMS, or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is a non-invasive therapy that uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate the areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. It is designed for patients with treatment-resistant depression who have not found sufficient relief with medication or who cannot tolerate medication side effects.

At Ross Bridge Medical Center, our care team provides personalized evaluation, compassionate support, and thoughtful follow-up so you can feel confident about the next step in your care.

FDA-cleared for major depressive disorder
Outpatient and medication-free
No anesthesia or downtime
Well-tolerated in clinical practice
Our providers

Meet the team caring for you.

Ross Bridge Medical Center is a physician-led practice in Hoover, Alabama, offering internal medicine, pediatrics, aesthetics, and psychiatric care, including NeuroStar® TMS, all under one roof.

Our NeuroStar® TMS care team
Dr. Madhav Devani

Dr. Madhav Devani

Medical Director

Board-certified in internal medicine and healthcare quality and safety, Dr. Devani is a Clinical Assistant Professor at UAB Medicine and provides medical oversight for the practice's psychiatric and NeuroStar® TMS program.

Dr. Manci Balas

Dr. Manci Balas

Physician, Ross Bridge Medical Center

Part of the physician team at Ross Bridge Medical Center, supporting the practice's family-centered, whole-patient approach to care alongside the psychiatric and NeuroStar® TMS program.

Sua Pun, PMHNP-BC

Sua Pun, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Board-certified with nearly 20 years of healthcare experience, including service at the Birmingham VA Medical Center and UAB Hospital. Sua leads NeuroStar® TMS treatment planning and day-to-day care with a compassionate, evidence-based approach to anxiety, depression, and complex mental health concerns.

The Ross Bridge Medical Center physicians and care team outside their Hoover, Alabama office

Our team at Ross Bridge Medical Center, Hoover, Alabama

How it works

A clear, structured treatment process

From your first visit to ongoing follow-up, our team guides you through every step.

1

Initial Consultation

Meet with our psychiatric care team for an evaluation to determine whether NeuroStar® TMS is an appropriate treatment for your symptoms and history.

2

Insurance Verification

We verify your benefits and handle prior authorization requirements so you understand your coverage and any out-of-pocket costs upfront.

3

Treatment Mapping

A personalized mapping session pinpoints the exact treatment location and dose for your individual course of care.

4

Daily Treatment Sessions

Sessions typically run five days a week, 20-40 minutes each, over about 4-6 weeks. Each visit is outpatient with no sedation required.

5

Ongoing Monitoring

Your care team tracks your progress throughout treatment and adjusts your plan as needed to support meaningful improvement.

6

Follow-Up & Maintenance

After your initial course, we provide follow-up care and maintenance sessions as needed to help support lasting results.

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The Science

How Does NeuroStar® TMS Work?

Individuals experiencing depression often show reduced electrical activity in mood-regulating regions of the brain. NeuroStar® TMS delivers highly targeted magnetic pulses to those regions, including the prefrontal cortex, to stimulate the neurons responsible for mood regulation.

1

Targeted Pulses

Focused magnetic pulses are delivered directly to the prefrontal cortex, the mood-regulation center of the brain.

2

Neurons Activated

The pulses stimulate underactive neurons, triggering the natural release of mood-supporting neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine.

3

Lasting Relief

Stimulated neurons continue supporting healthy brain activity well beyond the treatment session, offering durable symptom relief.

Your Struggle With Depression Stops Here.

If medication hasn't given you relief, that doesn't mean nothing will. NeuroStar® TMS is a proven, non-invasive path forward, and the results speak for themselves.

83%

of patients felt real improvement1

62%

of patients reached full remission1

12 mo.

of lasting relief after treatment2

9M+Treatments delivered
250K+Patients treated nationwide
4xMore likely to reach remission than sham treatment3

Sources: 1NeuroStar real-world Outcomes Registry data (clinician-rated). 2NeuroStar® TMS is the only TMS system with durability of effect established through 1 year. 3Compared to sham treatment in controlled trials. Published at neurostar.com.

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Insurance and coverage

Many major plans may cover NeuroStar® TMS therapy.

Over 300 million people have insurance plans that cover NeuroStar® TMS therapy, including Medicare and Tricare.

Coverage typically requires a major depressive disorder diagnosis and documentation of an inadequate response to prior antidepressant trials, plus prior authorization. Our team handles verification and paperwork on your behalf.

Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aetna
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Medicare
Tricare
Humana
Alabama Medicaid

Don't see your plan listed? Call us, we accept many additional carriers.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions patients often ask before starting NeuroStar® TMS.

NeuroStar® TMS is an FDA-cleared treatment for depression and has been used safely in clinical settings for over a decade. It is non-invasive and does not require anesthesia. The most common side effect is mild scalp discomfort, which often lessens over time.

Most patients describe a tapping or clicking sensation during treatment. Sessions are usually well tolerated and you can return to your normal activities immediately afterward.

Many patients begin to notice improvements in mood after 2-3 weeks, with a typical course lasting about 4-6 weeks depending on the individual treatment plan.

In most cases, NeuroStar® TMS is used alongside your current antidepressant medications. Your provider will review your history and make individualized recommendations.

If your response to NeuroStar® TMS is limited, our care team will discuss additional options with you, which may include adjustments to your treatment plan or other therapies we offer.

Yes. NeuroStar® TMS is performed while you are awake with no sedation, so you can usually drive yourself and resume your normal day right after the session.

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