The Air Force experience: Integrating behavioral health providers into primary care.

2005 ◽  
pp. 169-185 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul G. Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Air Force ◽  
Health Providers

scholarly journals Innovations in primary care behavioral health: a pilot study across the U.S. Air Force

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 266-273 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ryan R Landoll ◽  
Matthew K Nielsen ◽  
Kathryn K Waggoner ◽  
Elizabeth Najera
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Air Force ◽  
Primary Care Behavioral Health ◽  
The U.S

scholarly journals BEHAVIORAL HEALTH WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TO IMPROVE DEMENTIA CARE IN INTEGRATED PRIMARY CARE

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S379-S380
Author(s):  
Laura O Wray ◽  
Bonnie M Vest ◽  
Laura Levon Brady ◽  
Paul R King
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Workforce Development ◽  
Professional Education ◽  
Interprofessional Collaboration ◽  
Dementia Care ◽  
Veterans Health ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Health Administration ◽  
People With Dementia

Abstract People with dementia (PwD) receive most of their health care in primary care, yet timely recognition and optimal management of dementia in that setting continues to be challenging. Implementation of primary care medical home models in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) holds promise for improving quality and coordination of dementia care through interprofessional collaboration. Integrating behavioral health providers (BHPs) into primary care may help to support the care of people with dementia and their families. However, most integrated BHPs have a generalist training background and likely require professional education to address the unique needs of patients with dementia. We will describe findings from a national VHA education needs survey of integrated BHPs and an in-depth qualitative study examining primary care for PwD in two large VHA healthcare systems. We will discuss how geriatric experts can serve as trainers to address current gaps in primary care of PwD.

scholarly journals Patient Views of Behavioral Health Providers in Primary Care: A Qualitative Study of 2 Southeastern Clinics

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 527-533
Author(s):  
Aubry N Koehler ◽  
Grisel Trejo ◽  
Joanne C Sandberg ◽  
Brittany H Swain ◽  
Gail S Marion ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Behavioral Health Care ◽  
Patient Care Team ◽  
Care Team ◽  
Care Practice ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Integrated Behavioral Health

Background: Limited research is available around patient experience of integrated behavioral health care in primary care settings. Objective: We sought to identify the major themes through which patients described their integrated behavioral health care experiences as a means of informing and improving clinic processes of integrated health care delivery. Methods: We captured viewpoints from 16 patients who experienced an integrated behavioral health care model from 2 primary care clinics and completed at least 3 visits with a behavioral health provider (BHP). Using grounded theory analyses, we coded and analyzed transcriptions for emergent themes. Analysis: The interview process yielded 3 major themes related to the BHP including (a) the BHPs’ clinic presence made behavioral health care more convenient and accessible, (b) BHPs worked within time and program limitations, and (c) BHPs helped with coping, wellness, and patient-care team communication. Conclusion: The BHPs serving in a large primary care practice and a Federally Qualified Health Center played an important role in connecting patients with behavioral health care and improving care team collaboration, both in terms of communication within the team and between the team and the patient/family.

Integrated Pediatric Health Care in Pennsylvania: A Survey of Primary Care and Behavioral Health Providers

2018 ◽  
Vol 58 (2) ◽  
pp. 213-225 ◽  
Author(s):  
David J. Kolko ◽  
Eunice Torres ◽  
Kevin Rumbarger ◽  
Everette James ◽  
Renee Turchi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Integrated Care ◽  
Primary Care Physicians ◽  
Empirical Literature ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Pediatric Health ◽  
Care Experience ◽  
Pediatric Health Care

This study reports on a statewide survey of medical and behavioral health professionals to advance the knowledge base on the benefits and obstacles to delivering integrated pediatric health care. Surveys distributed in 3 statewide provider networks were completed by 110 behavioral health specialists (BHSs) and 111 primary care physicians (PCPs). Survey content documented their perceptions about key services, benefits, barriers, and needed opportunities related to integrated care. Factor analyses identified 8 factors, and other items were examined individually. We compared responses by specialty group (BHS vs PCP) and integrated care experience (no vs yes). The findings revealed differences across domains by specialty subgroup. In several cases, BHS (vs PCP) respondents, especially those with integrated care experience, reported lower benefits, higher barriers, and fewer resource requests. The implications of these results for enhancing care integration development, delivery, training, and research are discussed along with the study’s limitations and empirical literature.

Roles, Attitudes, and Training Needs of Behavioral Health Clinicians in Integrated Primary Care

2015 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 175-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bethany Glueck
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Integrated Primary Care ◽  
Mental Health Providers ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
And Training ◽  
Health Clinician

As integrated primary care (IPC) evolves, so does the new role of the behavioral health clinician (BHC). At present, mental health providers from various specialties are working as BHCs and adapting their training and skills to work as part of the medical team. The purpose of this qualitative study is to explore the experiences of BHCs who work in IPC so as to better understand their roles, attitudes, and training needs. The themes that emerged from semi-structured interviews suggest that the roles of a BHC are multifaceted and rooted in a holistic mind-body approach. Participants supported the need for additional training in graduate programs and internships for integrated care. The results informed a conceptual model of BHCs working in IPC.

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