A Paradigm Shift: The Evolving Concepts of Innovation and Integration in Telebehavioral Health-View Presentation

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The session, titled "A Paradigm Shift: The Evolving Concepts of Innovation and Integration in Telebehavioral Health," explored the evolution and impact of telebehavioral health. The presenters, Dr. Hossam Mahmoud, Dr. Nicole Christian-Brathwaite, and Dr. Shane Rao, discussed the transformation of telebehavioral health from small-scale feasibility studies to a widespread application in population health. The discussion highlighted the benefits of telehealth, like improved access to care and reduced stigma, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, when healthcare systems were disrupted, increasing the demand for remote health services.<br /><br />Dr. Christian-Brathwaite focused on incorporating measurement-based care in digital health ecosystems, noting the challenges faced by clinicians and patients in adopting these measures. She emphasized the importance of education and seamless integration into clinical workflows to improve engagement. Dr. Rao discussed enhancing population health management through an initiative at Array Behavioral Care and examined the effectiveness of collaborative care models in integrating mental health into primary care settings.<br /><br />The session underscored the necessity of utilizing technology in telehealth, integrating measurement-based care for tracking outcomes, and supporting care models that enhance collaboration across various healthcare domains. This initiative aims to provide an equitable, cohesive digital health ecosystem that addresses diverse patient needs through innovative care delivery models.

Keywords

telebehavioral health

innovation

integration

Dr. Hossam Mahmoud

Dr. Nicole Christian-Brathwaite

Dr. Shane Rao

population health

telehealth benefits

COVID-19

measurement-based care

digital health ecosystems

collaborative care models

equitable care