Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Cuts Ribbon on Depression Center of Excellence

The Center is focused on improving the lives of people diagnosed with depression and other mood disorders through clinical excellence, education, family support, and more.

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center cut the ribbon on its new Depression Center of Excellence which was established to improve and streamline the delivery of care for patients and their loved ones.

“Depression impacts an estimated 21 million Americans making it one of the most common mental illnesses impacting adults today,” said Deborah Visconi, President & CEO, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. “Some patients do not find medication to be a helpful resource in managing their symptoms and alternative treatment options may be the most effective for them. With the opening of the Center, we are expanding access to lifesaving care by providing these treatments to patients with Medicare and Medicaid.”

“Mental health challenges, especially depression, can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or circumstance,” said James Tedesco, Bergen County Executive. “With this new center, we are reaffirming our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and ensuring that every person has access to the care and support they deserve, without fear of judgment.”

The Depression Center of Excellence was established to improve and streamline care delivery for people diagnosed with depression and other mood disorders. Working as a team, the Center’s psychiatrists, residents, psychologists, social workers, and administrative staff will conduct a comprehensive assessment, provide a diagnosis, and develop a treatment plan.

“Alternative treatments for depression such as Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Ketamine therapy, are shown to manage treatment resistant depression in adults that have tried multiple medications,” said Darian Eletto, Chief Clinical Officer, Behavioral Health, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. “These treatments can be done in the outpatient level of care making them effective and convenient for our patients.”

The Depression Center for Excellence provides:

• Psychiatry consultations
• Diagnostic assessment and evaluation
• Dual-diagnosis counseling
• Connection to individual & group therapy
• Medication stabilization and management
• Connection to the full healthcare service line
• Electro Convulsive Therapy (ECT)
• Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
• Ketamine infusion therapy for depression
• Aftercare planning & support

To schedule an appointment with the Depression Center of Excellence, call 800-730-2762.