SAINT® TMS Treatment in Florida
Do Florida residents need to travel out of state for 5-day TMS? No. Neuro Wellness in Coral Springs is a verified SAINT® provider listed on Magnus Medical's provider locator, so Floridians can get FDA-cleared SAINT® in-state, without flights or a week of hotel bills across the country.
Key takeaways
- Florida residents do NOT need to travel out of state for FDA-cleared 5-day SAINT® TMS.
- Neuro Wellness in Coral Springs is a Verified SAINT® Provider listed on Magnus Medical's provider locator.
- Drive times: Naples ~2 hrs, Fort Myers ~2.5 hrs, Orlando ~3 hrs, Tampa ~3.5–4 hrs, Jacksonville ~4.5–5 hrs.
- Evaluation and MRI scans are scheduled efficiently to keep total trips to a minimum.
- Free insurance benefits check available; self-pay from $25,000.
Do Florida residents need to travel out of state for 5-day TMS?
Do Florida residents need to travel out of state for 5-day TMS? No. Neuro Wellness in Coral Springs is a verified SAINT® provider listed on Magnus Medical's provider locator, so Floridians can get FDA-cleared SAINT® in-state, without flights or a week of hotel bills across the country.
Some out-of-state clinics promote 5-day accelerated TMS programs to Florida residents, encouraging them to buy airline tickets and stay in hotels across the country. But Floridians do not need to leave the state to get FDA-cleared SAINT\u00ae.
Neuro Wellness TMS Centers of America in Coral Springs, Florida is a Verified SAINT\u00ae Provider listed on Magnus Medical's official provider locator. You can receive the full 5-day, 50-session fMRI-guided SAINT\u00ae course right here in South Florida.
Driving in from elsewhere in Florida
If you live in Florida outside Broward County, driving to Coral Springs for treatment week avoids air travel entirely. Approximate drive times to our clinic at 9734 W Sample Rd, Coral Springs, FL 33065:
- Naples: ~2 hours via I-75 East (Alligator Alley)
- Fort Myers / Cape Coral: ~2.5 hours
- Orlando / Central Florida: ~3 hours via Florida's Turnpike
- Tampa Bay Area: ~3.5 to 4 hours
- Jacksonville: ~4.5 to 5 hours via I-95 South
To make treatment convenient for patients driving in, your preliminary evaluation consultation can be conducted by phone or video. The pre-treatment brain MRI scan and treatment schedule are coordinated so that typical patients make only one travel week trip to Coral Springs.
What Is SAINT® TMS?
SAINT\u00ae is an accelerated form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) developed at Stanford University. It delivers 50 stimulation sessions over five consecutive days \u2014 ten short sessions per day, each about ten minutes, with roughly 50-minute breaks between sessions. The stimulation target is personalized using each patient's own functional MRI (fMRI) brain scan.
SAINT\u00ae is FDA-cleared (510(k) K220177, September 2022) for adults with major depressive disorder who have not achieved satisfactory improvement from prior antidepressant medication in the current episode.
Who May Consider SAINT® in Florida
SAINT\u00ae may be appropriate for adults 22 and older with major depressive disorder whose symptoms have not adequately improved with antidepressant medication. Eligibility is determined by a qualified psychiatrist through an evaluation that reviews medication history, screens for contraindications (such as magnetic-sensitive metal in the head), and confirms that an fMRI can be safely performed.
Insurance and self-pay in Florida
We perform a free insurance benefits check for all Florida patients. Commercial plans decide coverage case by case via prior authorization. For self-pay patients, SAINT\u00ae at Neuro Wellness starts at $25,000 for the full 5-day course, including the brain MRI, physician oversight, all 50 sessions, and follow-up.
Understanding SAINT® TMS: How It Works & What to Expect
SAINT® is an FDA-cleared treatment for adults with major depressive disorder who have not improved on antidepressants in the current episode. These videos explain how it works and how it differs from conventional TMS.
SAINT® is an FDA-cleared, fMRI-guided form of TMS developed at Stanford. Most patients complete treatment in one week — not the six weeks standard TMS requires.
Follow a real patient through the five-day SAINT® treatment week
Is SAINT® TMS Right for You?
Tried antidepressants without enough relief? SAINT® TMS is an FDA-cleared, fMRI-guided treatment for adults with major depressive disorder who have not improved enough with antidepressant medication.
SAINT® uses a personalized brain target and delivers treatment over five consecutive days. It differs from standard TMS in its targeting approach, treatment schedule, and research background. In a small randomized trial, 11 of 14 people receiving active treatment reached remission at the four-week assessment, compared with 2 of 15 receiving sham treatment. Results vary, and a five-day treatment course does not guarantee remission in five days.
How SAINT® Works and How It Differs From Conventional TMS
SAINT® is an FDA-cleared treatment for adults with major depressive disorder who have not improved on antidepressants in the current episode. This video explains how it works, and how it differs from conventional TMS.
Conventional TMS usually means about 30 visits over 6 to 9 weeks. SAINT is five visits over five days.
What makes it different: SAINT is the only FDA-cleared depression treatment that uses an fMRI scan to personalize the stimulation target to your individual brain. A 45-minute scan maps your brain and identifies the specific circuit linked to depression. Treatment is then delivered as ten 10-minute sessions per day, with 50-minute breaks between them, across five consecutive days.
In clinical trials, 79% of participants reached remission, with an average of 2.6 days to remission. SAINT is generally well tolerated; the most common side effects reported were mild headache and temporary scalp discomfort at the treatment site.
SAINT® at Neuro Wellness TMS Centers of America
Coral Springs, Florida
Free benefits check · Self-pay options available
Call or Text: 954-827-9793
Sources: Cole et al., American Journal of Psychiatry 2020;177:716-726 and 2022;179(2):132-141. magnusmedical.com/depression-therapy. PubMed 34711062. FDA 510(k) K220177.
Insurance coverage for SAINT is currently limited and varies by plan. Individual results may vary. This video is educational and is not medical advice. Talk to a qualified clinician about whether SAINT is appropriate for you. If you are in crisis, call or text 988.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Florida residents need to travel out of state for 5-day TMS?
Do Florida residents need to travel out of state for 5-day TMS? No. Neuro Wellness in Coral Springs is a verified SAINT® provider listed on Magnus Medical's provider locator, so Floridians can get FDA-cleared SAINT® in-state, without flights or a week of hotel bills across the country.
Is SAINT® TMS available in Florida?
Yes. Neuro Wellness TMS Centers of America in Coral Springs, Florida offers SAINT® on the FDA-cleared Magnus Neuromodulation System. The clinic serves patients from across Florida, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville.
Where in Florida can I get SAINT® TMS?
Neuro Wellness TMS Centers of America is located at 9734 W Sample Rd, Coral Springs, FL 33065, in Broward County. Patients from throughout Florida travel to this location for the five-day SAINT® treatment course. Contact the clinic at 954-827-9793 to discuss scheduling.
Can I drive from Miami, Fort Lauderdale or Orlando for SAINT®?
Yes. Coral Springs is approximately 30 minutes from Fort Lauderdale, 45–60 minutes from Miami, ~2 hours from Naples, ~2.5 hours from Fort Myers, ~3 hours from Orlando, ~3.5–4 hours from Tampa, and ~4.5–5 hours from Jacksonville. Evaluation and MRI are scheduled to keep trips to a minimum.
Does Neuro Wellness offer SAINT® as an outpatient?
Yes. SAINT® is delivered in an outpatient setting while patients are awake. No anesthesia or sedation is used. Neuro Wellness provides SAINT® in a private outpatient environment with dedicated treatment suites.
Cited Research
SAINT® is delivered only by verified providers on the Magnus Medical system. Programs described as SAINT “alternatives”, “equivalents” or “fMRI-guided accelerated TMS” are not SAINT®, are not affiliated with us, and SAINT® results do not apply to them. Read our SAINT® disclaimer.
Have questions about whether TMS may be appropriate for you?
Speak with our clinical team. A free consultation is the best way to get answers specific to your situation.