What all physicians need to know about innovations in mental health careWhat all physicians need to know about innovations in mental health care
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Patients wait for care; quality is often uneven. Can we do better? This is what today’s guest, Dr. David Goldbloom, set out to answer in his new book We Can Do Better: Urgent Innovations to Improve Mental Health Access and Care. Using common sets of clinical problems that can occur and thinking about them in terms of how things are now and how things could be, Dr. Goldbloom suggests ways to elevate the status quo by offering innovative examples from around the world – and right here in Canada – as the guiding lights.
24:33•22 Sept 2021
Innovative Paths in Mental Health: Dr. David Goldblum's Vision
Episode Overview
- Dr. Goldblum's insights on urgent innovations in mental health care
- Exploration of transformative solutions to enhance mental health access
- Discussion on revolutionary projects in mental health worldwide and in Canada
- Shedding light on challenges and opportunities in transforming mental health services
- Reflections on the future of mental health care delivery post-pandemic
“I think the system falls short in a number of areas. At the most fundamental level of access, we have a deservedly terrible reputation, particularly among our primary care colleagues. But I think also at the level of diversifying the nature of what we can offer to help people.”
Feeling frustrated with the current state of mental health care? You're not alone. In this engaging episode of 'Quick Takes', Dr. David Gratzer chats with Dr. David Goldblum, Senior Medical Advisor at CAMH and a professor at the University of Toronto. Dr. Goldblum shares his insights from his latest book, 'We Can Do Better: Urgent Innovations to Improve Mental Health Access and Care'.
They discuss real-world examples of groundbreaking programs, like a UK psychotherapy initiative that treats 600,000 people annually and a Nova Scotia project supporting families of children with ADHD. Dr. Goldblum’s optimism shines through as he highlights how these innovations could reshape mental health services in Canada and beyond. They even touch on the unexpected influence of The Simpsons in understanding mental health!
This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about improving mental health care, whether you're a clinician, policy maker, or just someone who cares deeply about the issue.
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