What all physicians need to know about digital psychiatry

What all physicians need to know about digital psychiatry

Quick Takes: A podcast by physicians, for physicians

The digital sphere is growing for mHealth — and psychiatry is leading the way. In this episode of Quick Takes Dr. David Gratzer speaks with one of the leading experts in digital psychiatry, Dr. John Torous, to learn more about how digital tools and data are currently being used for patient care and the vast potential they have in the future. Use your next 15 minutes to listen and learn.

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15:0527 Feb 2019

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Digital Psychiatry: Innovations Shaping the Future of Mental Health

I think because mental health apps are so accessible. And we said the first thing when someone brings you an app is to say: let's talk about the privacy and safety.

Imagine a world where your smartphone could help manage your mental health. In this episode of 'Quick Takes', Dr. David Gratzer sits down with Dr. John Torous from Harvard's Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center to chat about the groundbreaking field of digital psychiatry. They dive into how apps, virtual reality, and even chatbots are being integrated into patient care.

From the practicalities of using mobile apps in clinical settings to the ethical concerns around data privacy, this conversation covers it all. Dr. Torous shares what first piqued his interest in digital healthcare and the exciting possibilities these new tools bring to psychiatry. Wrapping things up with a rapid-fire Q&A, this episode offers a peek into how technology could transform mental health care. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a mental health professional, you'll find something intriguing in this discussion.

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