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Technology has made healthcare information more easily accessible to patients. It allows them to become engaged consumers and should help them in making informed decisions, but what happens when they want to diagnose themselves and take the wheel to drive their own plan of care? Check out the quick tips in the latest article written with my colleague, Cara Staus, CPHRM, FASHRM.

At Wholesome Clinic, the journey to better health is not a solitary path but rather, a partnership between the patient and his/her healthcare provider 🤝. We’ve assembled an exceptional team of professionals offering integrated healthcare services across Psychiatry, Virtual Primary Care/Weight Loss, and Virtual Urgent Care, available to both our Texan patrons in person and those in Colorado and New Mexico virtually 🖥️. One significant advantage of our approach is accessibility 🌍. With same-day appointments and extended availability, including evenings and weekends, we are here when you need us most 👩⚕️⏰. And remember, regular check-ups and consultations aren't just for when something goes wrong; they're essential to maintaining optimal health 💪🍏. Besides physical health, mental health is also crucial to overall well-being 💆♂️🧠. Our psychiatric services focus on helping individuals feel heard, valued, and empowered, making a huge difference in their lives 🌟. And the best part? All these intricately tailored services are affordable and accessible as we accept major insurance plans, and offer flexible financing options💰💳. In today’s fast-paced age, gone are the days of waiting endlessly for appointments. With virtual urgent care, expert healthcare is just a click away! 📲 Whether it's monitoring your weight loss process or keeping up with primary care, our virtual consultations cater to your health no matter where you are 🌐. So why wait? Embark on your journey to enhanced health with us. We’re more than healthcare providers - we’re partners committed to your wellness 🤗☀️. To connect with us, give us a call at 1-844-594-6537 📞. #WholesomeClinic #HealthcareServices #VirtualUrgentCare #VirtualPrimaryCare #PsychiatricCare #IntegratedHealthcare #WeightLossServices #ConvenientHealthcare #AffordableHealthcare #SameDayAppointments #MentalHealthMatters #YourHealthFirst #HealthcareTexas

The long-term effects of severe COVID-19 can be profound, with two-thirds of survivors experiencing impairment one year after discharge. Physical, psychiatric, and cognitive challenges persist, particularly among those discharged to long-term acute care hospitals. This highlights the need for ongoing support and comprehensive care for COVID-19 survivors as they navigate recovery. 🩺🧠 #COVID19 #longtermimpact #recovery

I'm starting to think that healthcare's growing obsession with AI and apps is overcomplicating the quest for better patient engagement. I'm admittedly obsessed, too. A primary care clinic in the Midwest was able to boost engagement and lower depression scores with just a phone call. Its therapists identified a group of 502 patients who hadn't completed a PHQ-9 depression screen in the prior 12 months. They reached 241 (48%) of the identified patients by phone and were able to complete the PHQ-9 for 225 (93%) of those. About 2/3 (150) of patients who completed the screen had actionable depression symptoms, and 136 (91%) of them agreed to therapy. Bottom line, over a quarter of targeted patients agreed to engage in therapy to address ongoing depression symptoms following a low-tech intervention. This study was just published in the peer-reviewed journal, Psychiatric Services. It's a reminder that fundamentals are important when trying to keep patients engaged in care.

The future is brighter for our patients with PTSD… The pieces are falling into place, next step is to ensure our healthcare system is ready and patients can access care. We can do this!! Assumptions: 1. MDMA will be likely approved by the FDA 2. Be prescribed by a licensed prescriber with the authority to prescribe controlled substances 3. DEA will move the MDMA from Schedule I to between II and V. 4. It will have a REMS restriction so it can only be taken at medical settings under supervision by a licensed professional. 5. It is possible that the prescriber may not be the therapist conducting MDMA assisted therapy sessions.

Mentalyc empowers therapists with a variety of note types to enhance your therapy sessions. Explore some compelling examples by clicking on the link below. https://lnkd.in/eXPnwTnP 📝💼 #TherapyNotes #MentalHealth #EmpowerYourPractice #digitalmentalhealth #soap #dap #birp #girp #sirp #pie #psychiatrynotes #playtherapy #psychotherapy

Wake up and join LBDA for breakfast at #AAGP2024 in Atlanta, GA on March 16 at 7:30am ET to hear a symposium on the vital role geriatric psychiatrists play in diagnosing and treating #Lewybodydementia. A panel of expert #geriatric psychiatrists and neurologists will provide an overview of the diagnostic and psychiatric symptoms of both Parkinson’s disease dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) using case studies to highlight challenges, treatment strategies, and resources for #support. Then take part in ‘Diagnosis and Management of Dementia with Lewy Bodies: A Clinician’s Guide’ on March 18 at 9:15am ET to review the assessment and diagnosis of DLB using the DIAMOND Lewy™ Management Toolkit which provides a checklist based on the current consensus criteria for DLB, and its management of DLB incorporating the LBDA resources. Register for the AAGP Annual Meeting at https://ow.ly/Z6Rh50QN8x7. #conference #education

According to the World Health Organization, 1 billion people are estimated to suffer from a mental disorder1. Furthermore, 5% of adults (or around 280 million people) are estimated to live with depression, which is a great contributor to the global burden of disease and the leading cause of disability worldwide. Tuomas Neuvonen, CEO at Sooma Medical shares his thoughts on "Mental health patients can wait up to 18 months for treatment. How can at-home neuromodulation help close the care-access gap?", check out his latest article recently published in Medhealth Review : https://lnkd.in/g22sSGub

I recently saw the news that the FDA approved zuralonone, the first oral medication specifically indicated for treating postpartum depression. More than one in ten women who give birth will suffer from postpartum depression and it can often go undiagnosed. It can be a serious and devastating illness for mother, child, and other family members to go through.     While the research on this treatment still has limitations regarding its longevity and long-term side effects, it’s encouraging to see more accessible and less invasive solutions. The previous treatment, brexanolone, requires a 60-hour hospital infusion and comes with a substantial cost.     While women need more than improved medication options - for example, psychological and social support - it’s encouraging to see a step forward in psychiatric medicine for women. We’re still often underrepresented in clinical research, particularly on psychiatric drugs, where we make up 60 percent of the patient population, but just 42 percent of trial participants. I hope that this new medication - should it prove as effective in practice, is one more step in reducing the gender gap in healthcare. #womenshealth #healthcare #clinicalresearch #mentalhealth https://lnkd.in/e6AeKeSv

Mental health experts involved in DSM-5-TR published in 2022 enjoyed industry's favours! The article below investigates the financial ties of members involved in the American Psychiatric Association's DSM-5-TR. The study found that a significant percentage of the members had industry ties, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest in the development of psychiatric guidelines. Of the 92 panel and task force members analyzed, 55 (60%) received payments from the industry. These panel members collectively received over $14 million. The payments included various types such as food and beverages, travel, consulting, and compensation for services other than consulting. The most common type of payment was for food and beverages. The article suggests that financial conflicts of interest among panel members are prevalent and calls for higher standards in the selection process to ensure the integrity of the manual. Methodology: It uses the Open Payments database to analyze the types and amounts of compensation received by these members from industry during 2016-2019.This database tracks payments made by pharmaceutical and medical device industries to physicians and teaching hospitals. https://lnkd.in/eVrJnRYs #Mentalhealth #Psychiatry #DSM5TR #EthicsInMedicine