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==Latest News==
*This MediaWiki has been updated to version 1.41, see [[Special:Version#mw-version-software|Special:Version]]. If you encounter any problems please let us know.
* The MEG service and cool-down process has begun! The helium recycler (reliquifier) will also be installed in the coming week. We anticipate opening for business on November 9th!
*The Masking policy has changed -- please read the announcement from Dr. Gilman below:
Before everyone schedules, '''we are requiring some additional training in our new COVID protocols.''' This additional training can be completed virtually, with Anna Namyst. This is not a replacement for the usual MEG training, it is an additional requirement.
 
Masks are optional in-patient care areas except as noted below. <br>
* Anyone (staff / patient / family member) with respiratory symptoms must wear a mask while in the CC.
* Masks are required when caring for patients on respiratory isolation precautions.
* N95 respirators or PAPRs are required when caring for patients on enhanced respiratory isolation or airborne isolation precautions.
* A patient may request that masks be worn by their care team. These requests will be honored. <br>
The mask policy will be updated when surveillance data indicate increasing respiratory virus activity in the community. Please understand that we fully anticipate the need to return to masking in patient care areas this fall. <br>
Dr. Gilman
 
The MEG Core Facility is a patient care area and follows Clinical Center guidelines regarding masking. Refer to [https://intranet.cc.nih.gov/hospitalepidemiology/emerging_infectious_diseases the Guidelines for Use of Masks in Patient Care Area] for details.
 
Useful links:
*[https://megcore.nih.gov/index.php/File:MEG_Screening_Questionnaire.pdf Our suggestedSuggested MEG screening form for subjects]
*[https://megcore.slack.com/ MEG Slack Workspace]. Our customer support channel! Anyone with an nih.gov e-mail can join, contactContact [mailto:nugentaanna.namyst@nih.gov nugenta@nih.govAnna Namyst] to sign up with a different e-mail.
*[https://kurage.nimh.nih.gov/nih/staff/form.html Request Staff Support for MEG Scans] -- This form can be used to request staff support for scans, or to request MEG Lab Orientation or Brainsight training. If requesting an orientation/training, please provide general availability.
 

Latest revision as of 08:25, 28 May 2024

NIMH MEG Core Facility

National Institute of Mental Health, Bethesda, Maryland

Welcome

Welcome to the NIMH MEG Core Facility website. Here you can find information ranging from local operations of the lab, to general topics on the analysis of MEG data, including software available for download.

Latest News

  • This MediaWiki has been updated to version 1.41, see Special:Version. If you encounter any problems please let us know.
  • The Masking policy has changed -- please read the announcement from Dr. Gilman below:
Masks are optional in-patient care areas except as noted below. 
* Anyone (staff / patient / family member) with respiratory symptoms must wear a mask while in the CC. * Masks are required when caring for patients on respiratory isolation precautions. * N95 respirators or PAPRs are required when caring for patients on enhanced respiratory isolation or airborne isolation precautions. * A patient may request that masks be worn by their care team. These requests will be honored.
The mask policy will be updated when surveillance data indicate increasing respiratory virus activity in the community. Please understand that we fully anticipate the need to return to masking in patient care areas this fall.
Dr. Gilman

The MEG Core Facility is a patient care area and follows Clinical Center guidelines regarding masking. Refer to the Guidelines for Use of Masks in Patient Care Area for details.

Useful links:

Coming Soon:

  • MEG Basics for Clinical Staff - what you need to know when you provide coverage in the MEG Lab for your subject/patient during a MEG scan.