Bhubaneswar launches Neuromodulation Service for Psychiatric Disorders

Bhubaneswar, Aug 28 (UNI) AIIMS Bhubaneswar has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Centre for Neuromodulation Services to provide advanced treatment for drug-resistant and difficult-to-treat psychiatric disorders.

The new facility, launched by AIIMS Bhubaneswar Executive Director Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, will offer cutting-edge, non-invasive brain stimulation therapies through its Department of Psychiatry.

Dr. Biswas said, “The launch of this Centre for Neuromodulation is a landmark achievement that aligns with our mission to bring the latest and most effective medical technologies to the people of Odisha and beyond.”
The centre is equipped with advanced technologies such as, Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS), Ultra-brief Pulse Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Electrical Stimulation (TES).

These non-invasive techniques modulate specific brain circuits, offering targeted treatment for mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and neuropsychiatric conditions.

By focusing only on affected brain areas, they provide a more precise and acceptable alternative to conventional treatments, enabling faster recovery and improved outcomes.

The inauguration was attended by senior officials and faculty members, including Dr. Prashant R. Mohapatra (Dean), Dr. Dillip Kumar Parida (Medical Superintendent), Lt. Col. Abhijit Sarkar (DDA), along with faculty members Dr. S. K. Padhy, Dr. Debadatta Mohapatra, Dr. Shree Mishra, Dr. Arpit Parmar, and Dr. Ambika Sundas.

Highlighting the significance of the initiative, Dr. Biswa Ranjan Mishra, Head of the Department of Psychiatry, said, “This facility will be a beacon of hope, providing advanced treatment options for patients who have not found relief through conventional methods.”
The Centre for Neuromodulation Services is now operational and is expected to play a key role in both clinical care and research, strengthening psychiatric treatment in eastern India.