MP41 - Bridging the Gap in Pediatric Mental Health With a Statewide Telehealth-based Integration Program
Monday, May 5, 2025
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM ET
Location: Hall BCD
This session will explore innovative strategies to address the shortage of child and adolescent psychiatrists by empowering pediatric primary care clinicians to manage mental health challenges through integrated care models and telehealth. Attendees will gain practical insights into launching and sustaining a pediatric behavioral health integration program, with real-world examples showcasing improved access to specialized care and enhanced patient outcomes. Participants will leave equipped with actionable steps to replicate these solutions in their own regions, driving meaningful change in pediatric mental health access.
Learning Objectives:
Examine the role of child and adolescent psychiatrists in augmenting the mental health management capabilities of pediatric primary care clinicians through collaborative care models.
Analyze the operational and financial aspects of a statewide pediatric behavioral health integration program and its effectiveness in providing timely psychiatric consultations.
Discuss the sustainability and scalability of integrated care models in addressing pediatric mental health service gaps, focusing on a state-sponsored model as a framework for replication in other regions.
