Traumatic injury can devastate the overall wellbeing of a patient, affecting not only physical health but also mental, emotional, and social aspects of their life. Whereas American College of Surgeons guidelines include screening and addressing mental health recovery in trauma centers, many trauma centers do not monitor and address emotional recovery, making it a priority to learn how to implement evidence-informed behavioral health programs in trauma centers. In this presentation, we will delve into a comprehensive review of the most effective strategies for managing behavioral health concerns post-injury. Special emphasis will be placed on the importance of implementing robust PTSD screening protocols and establishing seamless referral processes to ensure individuals receive timely and appropriate care. Furthermore, we will explore a compelling program example highlighting the successful integration of behavioral health initiatives within trauma centers, showcasing how such integration can optimize patient outcomes and enhance overall recovery experiences.
Learning Objectives:
- Review best practice approaches for addressing mental health following injury
- Considerations for PTSD screening and referral process
- Program example for integrating behavioral health programs into trauma centers
Members who are logged will be provided with a CE Credit link (below) for the duration of 3 years from the original presentation date (noted above). After 3 years, CE will no longer be made available. Members however are still welcome to watch the presentation independently for non-CE credit.
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Speaker(s):Tatiana M. Davidson, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Tenured Associate Professor of Nursing and Psychiatry at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). She is Director of the Trauma Resilience and Recovery Program (TRRP) at MUSC, a multidisciplinary clinical service designed to address the mental health needs of traumatic injury patients. Dr. Davidson has acted as principal investigator and co-investigator in numerous federally-, state-, and foundation-funded studies focused on the development, evaluation, and implementation of technology-enhanced resources and clinical programs to improve access, equity, and quality of care available to youth, adults and families who develop mental health conditions secondary to traumatic events.
