Dr. Michelle Cochran

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Michelle Cochran, MD, DLFAPA, FCTMSS Founder, Partner & Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Cochran made Nashville, TN, her home over 25 years ago. A graduate of the University of Louisville School of Medicine, she chose Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville to complete her residency (Chief Resident). Dr Cochran’s early passion for advancing the treatment and awareness of brain health led her to establish the Nashville Center […]

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Honoring Mentorship: Dr. Michelle Cochran Recognized at APA Assembly with Resident Mentor Award

Honoring Mentorship: Dr. Michelle Cochran Recognized at APA Assembly with Resident Mentor Award True mentorship is the lifeblood of organized medicine, and this year’s APA Annual Meeting beautifully highlighted that connection. Standing proudly in front of the iconic American Psychiatric Association backdrop, Michelle Cochran, M.D. stands with her mentee, Psychiatry Resident, Tope Adedolapo, M.D. who officially nominated Cochran for

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Elegance and Impact: Highlights from the 2026 APA Foundation Gala

The stunning, historic San Francisco City Hall served as the breathtaking backdrop for a night of purpose, community, and celebration on Monday, May 18th, 2026. Beneath the venue’s grand cathedral ceilings, majestic dome, and elegant Beaux-Arts architecture, members of the psychiatric community gathered for the annual American Psychiatric Association (APA) Foundation Event. The evening was much more than a

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Burnout, Depression, and Suicide

Burnout, Depression, and Suicide Physicians and Healthcare clinicians in our State are some of the most vulnerable to Burnout, Depression, and Suicide.  Watch the full story at the link above. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, help is available by calling the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Click here for a list of resources.

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Spotlight on Our Chief Medical Officer

Spotlight on Our Chief Medical Officer As the Clinical TMS Society (CTMSS) representative to the American Psychiatric Association (APA) Assembly, Dr. Cochran attended the APA meeting in San Francisco this year in May 2023.   As part of her participation, she has been actively advocating for CTMSS and patients in the Assembly, drafting successful Action papers

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Need Sleep?

Need Sleep? One of the most common symptoms that can lead to significant brain disorders, like anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, and memory loss, is insomnia.   Insomnia refers to the difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking earlier than one would expect or want to wake from sleep.   In my field of

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What is Bipolar Disorder?

A common question that comes up in consultation is, “What is Bipolar Disorder?”     There is a lot of confusion regarding this diagnosis because of the colloquial use of the term “bipolar.”  This term is thrown around to describe instances of intense emotional outbursts, frequent mood swings, unpredictable behavior, or even an excuse for poor

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