Our understanding of diseases affecting mood, thought and behavior has increased dramatically in the last decade. Conditions which were thought to be wholly psychological in origin are now recognized to arise from complicated genetic, biological and environmental interactions. At St. Mary's, we are expert in the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions.
New treatments improve our patients' lives and the lives of their families.
Many neurologic conditions, such as stroke, head injury, Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis can also have dramatic effects on our patients' psychiatric well-being. With proper diagnosis and treatment, their suffering can be alleviated and their quality of life improved. We are skilled in the use of modern psychiatric medication. We can assist patients in obtaining the necessary psychological and social supports. We offer electroconvulsive therapy, a safe and effective treatment for severe depression.