The Many Doors of Healing: Mental Health Care at Centra

Mental health needs have consistently topped community health assessments in our health system's area for years, reaching critical levels that demand immediate attention. Ismael Gama, Vice President of Centra's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Service Line, shares how Centra is responding with a strategy that creates multiple pathways to care.

The cornerstone of Centra's approach is meeting patients wherever they enter the system. "Come to whatever door and we will get you to the right place," explains Gama, highlighting how this philosophy removes barriers for those in crisis. From the Psychiatric Adult Urgent Care seeing 20-25 patients weekly to the groundbreaking EMPATH unit that has treated 1,500 patients in two years with an impressive 85% being discharged home rather than admitted, these innovative models are transforming mental health delivery.

Whether you're seeking care for yourself or a loved one, this episode provides information about accessing mental health services throughout the region, including addiction treatment options, telehealth availability and how to navigate the system through primary care or urgent care. 

Learn more at Centrahealth.com/mentalhealth

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