Virtual CME: Addressing Patient Mental Health When Time is Tight

Join ECMS for an important virtual CME session focused on practical strategies for addressing patient mental health in time-constrained clinical settings.

Date & Time: July 15, 2025 | 6PM-7PM
Format: Virtual CME with Q&A
Presenters: Rachelle Burns, MA (Chair & Founder, EscaRosa Suicide Prevention Coalition) and Lauren Anzaldo, EdD, LCSW, CAP (Community Engagement & Partnership Coordinator, Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System)

This session addresses key challenges identified in our December 2024 survey, including limited time, training gaps, and resource awareness for suicide risk assessment. Participants will learn effective screening approaches, practical tools, warning sign identification, and appropriate intervention resources.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify approaches to patient mental health screening (universal, selective, indicated)
• Learn about validated mental health screening tools
• Recognize warning signs of mental health challenges
• Match appropriate resources to patients based on risk assessment

CME Credit: 1.0 CME Credit Available (MD & DO)
Cost: FREE for all MD and DO physicians in Escambia & Santa Rosa Counties

Accreditation provided by MECOP

Virtual meeting links will be provided to participants prior to the CME.