7th Annual Behavioral Health and Post-Acute Care Symposium
By Caroll Ryan, PhD
The 7th Annual Behavioral Health and Post-Acute Care Symposium, hosted by AUHS in collaboration with College Medical Center, brought together industry leaders and professionals to explore transformative solutions and best practices in mental health. This event is renowned for its focus on innovation, collaboration, and expertise, offering attendees a comprehensive learning experience.
Key sessions this year included:
- Alternative Placement Strategies: Exploring innovative methods to optimize patient placement and care delivery.
Enhancing Psychiatric Workforce for Underserved Communities: Addressing the critical need for expanding psychiatric services in underserved areas and strategies to recruit and retain professionals.
Tea and Meditation for Mental Health Community Wellness: Discussing holistic approaches to mental health, incorporating practices like tea ceremonies and meditation to promote community wellness.
The symposium was highlighted by the keynote address from Dr. Winston Shen, Emeritus Chair at Taipei Medical University. Dr. Shen’s presentation, “Maximizing Anti-Depressant Therapy: In the Pursuit of SnRIs or Mirtazapine and Exercise,” provided valuable insights into optimizing antidepressant treatments, emphasizing the benefits of Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SnRIs), Mirtazapine, and the role of exercise in enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
Overall, the symposium fostered a spirit of learning, growth, and inspiration, equipping attendees with practical insights and the latest research to advance mental health care.
