Mark S. George

Mark george

Mark S. George is a prominent American psychiatrist and neurologist known for his pioneering work in the field of brain stimulation and neuroimaging. He has made significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of mood disorders, particularly depression.

Early Life and Education

Mark S. George was born in Charleston, South Carolina. He completed his undergraduate studies at Davidson College and went on to earn his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). He completed his residency in psychiatry at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Career

Dr. George is a Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry, Radiology, and Neuroscience at the Medical University of South Carolina. He is also the Director of the Brain Stimulation Laboratory at MUSC. His research focuses on the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and other forms of brain stimulation to treat psychiatric and neurological disorders.

Brain Stimulation Research

Mark S. George is widely recognized for his work with transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive method used to stimulate small regions of the brain. His research has demonstrated the efficacy of TMS in treating major depressive disorder (MDD), leading to its approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for this purpose.

Neuroimaging

In addition to his work with TMS, Dr. George has conducted extensive research using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) to study brain function in various psychiatric conditions. His work has provided valuable insights into the neural mechanisms underlying depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders.

Awards and Honors

Mark S. George has received numerous awards for his contributions to psychiatry and neuroscience, including the Gold Medal Award from the Society of Biological Psychiatry and the Martha Bernheim Award for outstanding contributions to the field of brain stimulation.

Publications

Dr. George has authored and co-authored over 400 scientific articles and book chapters. He is also the editor of several influential books on brain stimulation and neuroimaging.

Personal Life

Mark S. George resides in Charleston, South Carolina, where he continues his research and clinical practice. He is married and has two children.

See Also

• Transcranial magnetic stimulation
• Neuroimaging
• Major depressive disorder
• Medical University of South Carolina