Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Clinic
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Provided by Vancouver Coastal Health
Provides ECT for the treatment of severe depression and other psychiatric conditions. Located at VGH.
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a safe and effective medical procedure involving the production of a controlled therapeutic seizure while the individual is asleep. ECT treats severe depression and other psychiatric conditions by producing a controlled therapeutic seizure while the individual is asleep. ECT is often used when immediate relief of symptoms is needed or when other treatments have not worked.
Eligibility Criteria:
Eligibility Criteria:
- Individuals who are diagnosed with moderate to severe depression or other psychiatric disorder known to respond to ECT
- Aged 19 or above
- Have a history of poor response to or intolerance to medications
- Have suboptimal response to repetitive transcranial magnetic therapy
604-675-2449
Website: https://www.vch.ca/en/location...
Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) - 805 W 12th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 1N1
6th floor, Willow Pavilion.
Cost: No cost
Referral options:
- Specialist
Details: Referrals must come from Psychiatrists.
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Vancouver Coastal Health:
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- Whistler Health Care Centre
- Driver Rehabilitation Program - G.F. Strong Rehabilitation Centre
Availability
Service area: Vancouver
Service Types Provided
Ways to Access
- Provided 1:1 in-person
- Provided at a single location
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