Neuronetics Recognizes Critical Health Professionals During Mental Health Awareness Month - Seite 2

“The pandemic has put a halt to so many aspects of daily life — from attending work and school to running errands and making routine visits to beauty salons, fitness clubs and doctor’s offices. So much of our lives has been put on hold and economic hardship has become a new reality for many of us for the foreseeable future, but taking care of our mental health — especially depression — isn’t something we can pause until further notice,” said Dr. Kenneth Pages, a NeuroStar provider at TMS of South Tampa. “Individuals who are struggling with depression should keep in communication with their clinicians as they normally would, to determine the best course of action for receiving treatment during this time, and in the meantime, we are doing our best to remind our patients that we are always here for them, even during times of social distancing.”

Medical professionals like Dr. Pages have instituted a variety of new procedures in their practices to prioritize safety while also offering patients the utmost comfortability. Some practices have started testing for COVID-19 before patients set foot in the office for treatments; others leave office doors open to avoid touching door handles, or immediately escort patients right to treatment rooms to avoid waiting room lingering; and office staff and treaters across the country are wearing personal protective equipment.

“At Neuronetics, we have such respect for the doctors who dedicate their lives to caring for those in our communities who need mental health services in order to be the best versions of themselves, especially during a time when mental health is in the spotlight as so many find themselves struggling with recurring or new challenges,” said Dan Guthrie, Chief Commercial Officer of Neuronetics, Inc. “Mental Health Awareness Month is certainly a time to focus on ensuring life-saving mental health conversations are occurring, but recognizing the important work being done every month of the year by these dedicated professionals is absolutely necessary.”

In addition to working with NeuroStar providers to generate awareness on a regional level of the treatment options available to individuals during the pandemic, NeuroStar is recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month with a digital campaign featuring educational Facebook Live events and video content highlighting insights from NeuroStar employees, providers and patient advocates.