Advocacy Across the Lifespan: Training, Promotions, and Late Career-View Presentation

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The video features a panel of psychiatrists discussing the importance of physician advocacy, particularly within psychiatry. Dr. Megan Schott, Dr. Jennifer Doerr, Dr. Karen Pierce, and Dr. Newsome lead the conversation, emphasizing the necessity for physicians to advocate for health policies that improve patient care and public health. They encourage audience interaction and participation through QR code scans and discussions.<br /><br />The speakers define advocacy as targeted actions directed at decision-makers for specific issues. They point out that psychiatrists can play a significant role in advocacy due to their unique skills, credibility, and the trust they build with patients and the community. The panelists stress that psychiatry professionals, with their evidence-based knowledge and experience, are crucial in educating legislators about mental health and in influencing policy changes.<br /><br />Dr. Jennifer Doerr highlights her advocacy journey, discussing programs and curriculums available in psychiatric training that integrate advocacy skills. Other speakers, like Dr. Megan Schott, discuss how advocacy can be incorporated into academic portfolios, aiding professional advancement. Dr. Karen Pierce shares insights from her extensive experience, emphasizing mentorship and lifelong learning in advocacy work.<br /><br />The session underlines the multifaceted role of advocacy in addressing systemic healthcare issues, like access to care, mental health parity, and education. The speakers urge healthcare professionals to find their advocacy niches and leverage their positions to effect change, thus improving health outcomes and advancing the field of psychiatry.

Keywords

psychiatry

physician advocacy

mental health

health policy

Dr. Megan Schott

Dr. Jennifer Doerr

Dr. Karen Pierce

advocacy training

healthcare professionals

public health