Lisa Marie McTeague

Lisa Marie McTeague is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Her research focuses on neuromodulation techniques, particularly transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), to treat psychiatric and neurological conditions such as PTSD, alcohol use disorder, and stroke-related deficits. She leads multiple clinical trials investigating the efficacy of TMS in modulating brain circuits involved in emotion regulation, addiction, and cognitive impairment. Her work bridges clinical neuroscience and translational research, aiming to develop personalized interventions for mental health and neurorehabilitation.

Key research areas include:

• Neurocircuitry underlying PTSD and anxiety disorders
• Therapeutic applications of rTMS for alcohol use disorder and cognitive decline
• Psychosocial rehabilitation strategies for stroke survivors
• Neurophysiological mechanisms of motivation and avoidance behaviors
• Development of closed-loop neuromodulation systems for depression and suicide risk

Her studies often involve collaborations with interdisciplinary teams and utilize advanced neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG) and psychophysiological measures. She has contributed to optimizing TMS protocols for safety and efficacy across diverse populations, including older adults and minoritized communities affected by peripheral neuropathy. Current projects aim to standardize TMS targeting and integrate AI-driven approaches for personalized treatment planning.

Dr. McTeague’s clinical and academic affiliations include MUSC’s College of Medicine and the Charleston Alcohol Research Center. She actively participates in translational research to address unmet needs in neuropsychiatric care, with a focus on improving access to innovative treatments for underserved populations.