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About TMS Ocala
Welcome to TMS Ocala
At TMS Ocala, we understand how difficult living with depression can be especially when medications or therapy alone have not brought the relief you need. That's why we are dedicated to offering Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy, an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment designed specifically for people struggling with depression. Our mission is simple: to provide hope, healing, and a path forward for those who feel stuck.
Mission
Our mission at TMS Ocala is to help individuals struggling with depression reclaim their lives. We provide compassionate, evidence-based care through Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy offering new hope for those who have not found relief with medications or traditional therapy.
Vision
We envision a community where no one has to live in the shadows of depression. At TMS Ocala, our vision is to be a trusted center of excellence in depression care, known for innovative treatment, personalized support, and helping patients rediscover joy and purpose in their daily lives.
Why We Started
TMS Ocala was founded to fill a vital gap in depression treatment in the Ocala area. Too often, patients face the frustration of trying multiple medications or therapies without finding lasting relief. We started this center to provide access to advanced, drug-free treatment for depression, delivered in a supportive, compassionate environment. Our goal is to give every patient the opportunity to move beyond symptoms and experience true healing.
Founder & Lead Psychiatrist
Dr. Sushil R. Puskur, MD, MS, DFAPA, DFAACAP
Founder and Lead Psychiatrist
Dr. Puskur is the founder and lead psychiatrist at TMS Ocala. He is a board-certified psychiatrist with certifications in both Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, and advanced training in Child Psychoanalysis.
After earning his Doctor of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma, he completed residency training in Adult Psychiatry and a Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Florida. Over the past 15+ years, he has provided care through private practice, hospitals, foster care programs, and community clinics, specializing in the treatment of depression and other psychiatric conditions.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Puskur serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at the University of Florida and the University of Central Florida/HCA North Florida Hospital, where he teaches psychiatry residents about TMS therapy. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP), and was honored as the Florida Psychiatric Society Practitioner of the Year (2022).
Non-Psychiatric Experience
Before his career in medicine, Dr. Puskur spent over a decade in the pharmaceutical industry. He worked as a Senior Scientist at Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, where he was involved in developing new medications, creating chemical analytical methods, and preparing FDA submissions. Earlier in his career, he served as a Quality Control Chemist at American Therapeutics Inc., performing chemical analysis of generic drugs. This scientific background gives him a strong foundation in understanding medications, drug development, and treatment safety—knowledge that continues to benefit his patients today.
Dr. Puskur's philosophy of care is holistic, integrating both advanced medical treatments and wellness practices such as yoga, meditation, hypnosis, biofeedback, and neurofeedback.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Take the first step toward healing and reclaim your life with our comprehensive TMS therapy program.