Transforming Patient Care: A Team-Based Approach to Behavioral Health Integration

Physicians should recognize that addressing all behavioral health needs of their patients is not enough on their own. A team-based approach that integrates services into the practice is more effective in providing comprehensive care. To identify and care for patients who require behavioral health support, physicians should consider reaching out to specialized clinicians such as embedded specialists, diabetes educators, psychiatrists, psychologists or social workers for additional assistance.

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