Medication Management
At Novus Neurology, Psychiatry, & TMS, our goal is to provide comprehensive, individualized medication management services that support long-term mental health and stability. Psychiatric medications address the biological components of mental health conditions, helping restore balance in brain chemistry when symptoms interfere with daily functioning. Our approach is guided by evidence‑based clinical standards, including treatment guidelines from the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and other established best practices.
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Personalized Care for Every Individual
Every person’s mental health journey is unique. Our medication management services go beyond prescribing alone and focus on thoughtful, collaborative care.
- Comprehensive evaluation of symptoms, medical history, and prior treatment responses
- Careful medication selection based on diagnosis, effectiveness, and safety
- Ongoing monitoring to assess benefits, side effects, and overall progress
- Adjustments made as needed to ensure optimal outcomes over time
This individualized approach helps ensure treatment remains safe, effective, and aligned with each patient’s goals.
Our Approach To Medication Management
Medication management is most effective when integrated into a broader treatment plan. Our clinicians emphasize a balanced, patient-centered approach that may include:
- Evidence‑based prescribing guided by nationally recognized psychiatric standardsk
- Collaboration with therapy and non‑medication treatment options when appropriates
- Education and shared decision‑making so patients understand their treatment plan
- Regular follow‑up appointments to track progress and address concerns
By combining clinical expertise with compassionate care, we aim to support meaningful and sustainable improvement.
Getting Started With Medication Management
If you’re ready to take an active role in your mental health care, Novus Neurology, Psychiatry, & TMS in Tuscaloosa Alabama, offers medication management services designed to promote stability, symptom relief, and improved quality of life.
Ready to begin?
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and begin your personalized supportive medication management plan tailored to your mental health goals.
Meet Dr. Prestley
Tuscaloosa, AL
Novus TMS
Hi, I'm Timothy Prestley
Tim Prestley, MD is a graduate of UAB School of Medicine and UAB Neurology Residency Program. He has over 10 years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of all aspects of neurological disorders both in the hospital and outpatient setting. He is the founder and director of Novus TMS (formerly University TMS) where he uses Brainsway deep TMS technology to provide an innovative, FDA-cleared treatment for depression, anxious depression, smoking addiction, and OCD.
Additionally, he uses deep TMS therapy for off label treatment for memory disorders, stroke recovery, PTSD, tremor, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, insomnia, and generalized anxiety disorder.
In addition to his TMS practice, Dr. Prestley has practice and research interests in head and neck pain syndromes, traumatic brain injury/concussion, stroke, dementia, and the complex neuro- psychiatric symptoms associated with these disorders. Dr. Prestley served as a partner at Alabama Neurology and Sleep Medicine and oversaw a busy inpatient neurology consultation service at Northport Medical Center. He has previously served as co-director of inpatient neurology services at DCH RMC and adjunct faculty at the University of Alabama School of Medicine Tuscaloosa campus.
Founder/Director/Neurologist
He is a native of Pumpkin Center, AL. He and his wife, Danielle, have 4 children. When away from the office, he enjoys spending time with his family and is involved with his church at FBC Tuscaloosa.