Your Healthcare Team

You’ll work with a variety of healthcare professionals as you pursue Reclaim™ DBS Therapy for OCD.

This team will likely include:

A psychiatrist
A neurosurgeon who has experience with DBS will perform the procedure to implant the Reclaim DBS System.
A clinician who will program the stimulation levels to give you the best possible symptom control

Part of the healthcare team’s job is to make sure you’re comfortable and satisfied with your treatment. Always ask for clarification if there’s something you don’t understand. Also, make sure to communicate any concerns you may have regarding the procedure or follow-up treatment.

Remember: You’ll get the best results from your treatment by actively participating in discussions with the members of your healthcare team.

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Humanitarian Device: The effectiveness of this device for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder has not been demonstrated.

Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.

Last updated: 16 Jun 2009