Implantable brain stimulation has had a profound impact on neuroscience research and the treatment of central nervous system disorders by allowing physicians to directly intervene in the pathological neural circuits of their patients. To explore the logistical, educational, and economic barriers to adopting this technology into regular use in clinical care, the National Academies Forum on Neuroscience and Nervous System Disorders hosted a public workshop in October 2023.

Table of Contents

• Front Matter
• 1 Introduction and Background
• 2 Crossing the Chasm: Lessons Learned Across Medical Technologies
• 3 Perspectives from Those with Lived Experiences
• 4 Patient Selection and Engagement
• 5 Health Professional Education and Adoption
• 6 Reimbursement and Other Economic Considerations
• 7 Potential Next Steps to Move the Field Forward
• Appendix A: References
• Appendix B: Workshop Agenda

Book Information
ISBN 9780309717595
Author National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Format Paperback
Page Count 94
Imprint National Academies Press
Publisher National Academies Press