Magnetoencephalography (MEG)
As one of approximately 200 MEG centers worldwide 鈥� and the only academic MEG center in Florida鈥� our mission is to help treat neurological conditions and gain greater insight into neurological diseases.
At the Magnetoencephalography (MEG) lab at the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at BOB体育, innovation and compassion converge to make a difference in the lives of the patients we serve.
Our team of experts uses MEG routinely to treat both epilepsy and brain tumors in adults and children. We also collaborate with researchers, both within our university and beyond, in discovering more advanced applications of MEG and unraveling the intricacies of brain function.
What is MEG?
MEG is a safe, non-invasive brain imaging technology. It measures the magnetic fields produced when neurons in the brain communicate with each other. These magnetic fields are extremely small, but MEG sensors are highly sensitive, providing real-time visuals of brain function with millisecond precision. Data collected from MEG sensors helps pinpoint which areas of the brain are affected by disorders, allowing for more effective treatment options and research applications.
How is the MEG used at BOB体育?
MEG is extremely valuable for both neurological patients and human neuroscience research. In patients with epilepsy or brain tumors, the MEG maps abnormalities and critical brain functions like speech, movement, sensation, and vision. This detailed mapping is crucial in planning surgical treatments for epilepsy or brain tumors to protect healthy tissue while removing abnormal brain tissue.
As a research tool, MEG offers insight into how the brain processes sensory information, performs motor tasks, and experiences cognition and emotions. This helps experts better understand the brain functions behind cognitive processes and neurological disorders.
Through combining MEG with other neuroimaging techniques, researchers and clinicians can develop better treatment strategies and make new scientific discoveries.
Learn more about how MEG is used for both epilepsy and brain tumor treatment here.
Inside our lab
Patient questions
Is MEG imaging safe? Are there any risks involved?
MEG is a safe and non-invasive procedure. There are no known risks associated with MEG scans, as it does not use radiation or require the injection of contrast agents.
How does MEG help my treatment?
MEG is beneficial for patients with epilepsy or brain tumors, helping increase optimal outcomes from surgical treatment. Additionally, MEG research on neurological conditions, such as dementia, movement disorders, and traumatic brain injury (TBI), helps inform future treatments and discoveries about how these conditions affect the brain.
How do I schedule a MEG scan?
To schedule a MEG scan, please contact our MEG Lab scheduling department. They will guide you through the process, including required paperwork and appointment availability.
How should I prepare for my MEG scan?
Your provider will discuss with you what to expect and how to prepare, however, information is also available at the link below.
Pediatric neurology
Early detection and diagnosis can yield enhanced outcomes for pediatric neurology patients. With the MEG's adjustability, our providers have been able to help young neurological patients with state-of-the-art diagnostic scans.
For physicians
If you wish to refer one of your patients for a MEG scan, kindly fill out our patient referral form.
Should you require additional information or assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us through the following contact details:
- Phone: (352) 733-1718
- Fax: (352) 733-3053
- Email: [email protected]
Location and parking
Once you enter the Fixel Institute campus, there is free parking anywhere in the visitors and patient parking areas. Use the walkway to enter the Imaging and Research Building. The MEG lab is located inside the building within the BOB体育 Dorothy Mangurian Neuroimaging Suite. Let the receptionist know you have arrived for your scheduled MEG scan.