Dr. Alan Wong, MD is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist at Portland Mental Health & TMS in Portland, Oregon, specializing in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy for Depression, Bipolar, OCD. Alan is dedicated to providing patients in the Multnomah County with access to advanced, FDA-cleared brain stimulation treatments that offer a proven alternative when traditional medications fall short. Alan's journey in psychiatry began at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, where training in both the science and art of mental health care shaped a distinctive clinical perspective. The program's emphasis on translational neuroscience — bridging laboratory research with bedside care — continues to influence how Alan approaches TMS treatment today. Over a career spanning more than 28 years, Dr. Alan Wong, MD has developed deep expertise in the nuances of neuromodulation therapy. At Portland Mental Health & TMS, this experience manifests in meticulous attention to treatment parameters, an ability to set realistic expectations with patients, and the clinical skill to achieve consistently strong outcomes even in complex, treatment-resistant presentations. Alan takes a precision-medicine approach to TMS therapy, recognizing that the brain's response to magnetic stimulation varies significantly from person to person. By combining thorough diagnostic assessment with careful protocol selection, patients receive targeted treatment designed for their specific condition and neuroanatomy. Alan's clinical focus at Portland Mental Health & TMS includes specialized expertise in Depression, Bipolar, OCD. In treating depression with TMS, the focus is on stimulating the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC), a brain region consistently found to be underactive in patients with major depressive disorder. By restoring normal activity in this region, TMS helps re-engage the neural circuits responsible for mood regulation, motivation, and cognitive function. Clinical trials demonstrate remission rates of 50-60% in treatment-resistant cases. Managing the depressive phase of bipolar disorder with TMS requires careful clinical expertise. Unlike antidepressants, which carry a risk of triggering manic episodes, TMS provides targeted mood improvement without systemic pharmacological effects. This makes it particularly valuable for bipolar patients who need relief from depression but cannot tolerate traditional antidepressant medications. At Portland Mental Health & TMS, Alan works with Nexstim, MagVenture, Magstim — giving patients access to multiple FDA-cleared TMS platforms. This multi-device capability allows for protocol selection tailored to each patient's specific diagnosis and treatment targets. Alan stays current with evolving treatment protocols, including standard repetitive TMS, theta burst stimulation, and accelerated treatment schedules where appropriate. Alan is known among patients at Portland Mental Health & TMS for taking the time to thoroughly explain the TMS process, set realistic expectations, and create an environment where patients feel comfortable and informed. This approach to patient communication contributes to higher treatment completion rates and better clinical outcomes. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Alan Wong, MD at Portland Mental Health & TMS, contact the clinic directly. Alan welcomes patients from throughout Portland, Oregon, and the surrounding communities who are ready to explore whether TMS therapy may be the right next step in their mental health treatment journey.