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Integrated Case Presentation Seminar: Bridging Parallel Fields to Improve Psychiatry and Psychology Learner
Jarrod M Leffler1, Magdalena Romanowicz2, Elle Brennan3
1Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN, USA. Jarrod.leffler@vcuhealth.org.
This study developed an integrated case presentation seminar for psychiatry and psychology trainees. The seminar proved feasible and acceptable, enhancing interdisciplinary training opportunities.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Psychiatry Training
- Psychology Training
Background:
- Mental health professionals require interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Integrating trainees from diverse backgrounds presents challenges.
- Existing training efforts have yielded varied outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and implement an integrated case presentation seminar (ICPS).
- To enhance interdisciplinary training for psychology and psychiatry fellows.
- To expose trainees to diverse conceptualization, diagnostic, and treatment strategies.
Main Methods:
- A monthly, one-hour integrated case presentation seminar was developed.
- The seminar was implemented within two-year psychology and psychiatry fellowships.
- A semi-structured format facilitated case presentations in a group setting.
Main Results:
- Learner surveys indicated the seminar format and goals were feasible and acceptable.
- The seminar has been sustained, suggesting ongoing utility.
- Preliminary findings support the value of integrated training.
Conclusions:
- Integrated case presentation seminars are a viable training model.
- Enhancing integrated training opportunities benefits psychiatry and psychology trainees.
- This model can inform the development of similar interdisciplinary programs.
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