APA Annual Meeting 2022 On-Demand Package-Leading, Creating, and Working in Interdisciplinary Psychiatric Teams

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Video Summary

In this video workshop led by Rashi Agarwal from Rutgers NJMS and featuring presentations from Dr. Kari Wolf, Dr. Lindsay Pershin, and Dr. Rebecca Lindqvist, the topic of leading and working in interdisciplinary psychiatric teams is discussed. The workshop is based on the work of the Psychiatry Residency Training Directors Organization's (ADPERT) task force on workforce. The workshop addresses the shortage of psychiatrists by emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration, particularly with psychiatric advanced practice providers (APNs) like nurse practitioners and physician assistants.<br /><br />The presenters discuss the challenges related to the psychiatric workforce shortage, including the unequal distribution of psychiatrists and the impact of increasing numbers of women in the profession. They stress the importance of understanding the qualifications and training of APNs to foster effective collaboration. The workshop also provides recommendations for hiring priorities, onboarding, and workflow management in working with APNs.<br /><br />The video emphasizes the importance of teamwork and collaboration between psychiatrists and APNs and addresses concerns about patient safety and scope of practice. The speakers advocate for clear communication, standardized training, and ongoing support for APNs. They also discuss the challenges of integrating APNs into healthcare settings and addressing biases and misconceptions about their roles.<br /><br />Overall, the workshop provides strategies for addressing the psychiatric workforce shortage and promoting effective teamwork in interdisciplinary psychiatric teams. There are no specific credits mentioned in the video.

Keywords

interdisciplinary psychiatric teams

Psychiatry Residency Training Directors Organization

workforce shortage

psychiatric advanced practice providers

nurse practitioners

physician assistants

qualifications and training of APNs

hiring priorities

teamwork and collaboration

patient safety

scope of practice

psychiatric workforce shortage