Exploring Alternatives To Psychiatric Medicines | Dr. Owen Scott Muir. MD.

Welcome to the third episode of Deprescribe with Shawn. Our guest today is

Owen Scott Muir, M.D

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In this episode, Owen and Shawn discuss:

• The limitations of psychiatric medicines and the need for evidence and payment models for non-pharmacological interventions.

• The effectiveness of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for treatment-resistant depression and OCD.

• Owen’s personal journey using psychiatric medicines.

• Owen’s thoughts on the future of psychiatry, innovation, holistic care and having meaningful connections with patients on their journeys towards healing and improved mental health.

Connect with Owen

LinkedIn } Substack | Twitter/X

To learn more about Owen’s clinical work, please check out Fermata Health and Acacia Clinics.

Owen is also a prolific writer and author of The Frontier Psychiatrists.

Connect with Shawn:

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• Link to listen on Spotify below.

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SG

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