Challenges of Establishing a de novo Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Service in a Tertiary Hospital: Practical considerations and challenges
Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2020, Vol 20, Issue 2
Abstract
Consultation-liaison psychiatry (CLP), also known as psychosomatic medicine, is a subspecialty of psychiatry that focuses on the care of patients with mental health disorders and general medical/surgical conditions. Integrating CLP services facilitates diagnosis and management of patients with complex comorbidities. This article aimed to report the practical considerations and challenges associated with establishing a de novo CLP service in a tertiary hospital in the Gulf region. This includes discussing the rationale and clinical and educational benefits as well as the resources required for establishing a CLP service. Keywords: Psychiatry; Medical Education.
Authors and Affiliations
Nawal N. Al Mahyijari, Ibrahim M. Inuwa
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