The rising need for increasedservices & a scarcity of--mental health care calls for new approaches.
One in every five adults in America experiences some form of a mental illness
Nearly one in 20, or 13.6 million, adults in America live with a serious mental illness
We aren't replacing retiring psychiatrists. Over 59% of US psychiatrists are aged 55 & older, yet only 4% of residents choose Psychiatry.
Where psychiatrists practice is not necessarily where the patients are--most psychiatrists are in the East, California, & Texas
How can technology & innovation help with this situation, & create a happier, healthier population?
Are you an expert in the area or do you want to present your idea or company in the space? Apply here to pitch.
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Planned Agenda
6 PM - Meet Tweet & Greet - healthy snacks & networking time
6:15 - Opening Remarks & Keynote
6:30 - Three Innovators in the space present their innovations to a panel of experts who ask questions
7:15 - Networking Break
7:45 - Panel Discussion
8:15 - Open Bar & Networking Time!
9:30 - After Event off site
Panelists/Presenters Include:
Key Note: John Kane M.D Senior Vice President for Behavioral Health Services,Northwell Health
Victor Schwartz M.D. Chief Medical Officer, The Jed Foundation
Grace Cordavano M.D. Enlightenment Health Patient Advocacy Professional
Dr. Nicholas R. Forand Ph.D. Asst. Professor Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Director of Evidence-Based Therapy
Jonathan Morgenstern Ph.D. Professor of Psychiatry at the Hofstra NorthWell School of Medicine, Director of Addictions Treatment at Northwell Health, a Senior Scientist at National Center of Addiction & Substance Abuse (CASA)
This program is sponsored by The Digital Mental Health Projectand its founder Craig DeLarge.
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