In Colorado, suicide and unintentional overdose are the leading
causes of maternal mortality

This ECHO series is designed to support physicians and advanced practice providers who care for pregnant and postpartum individuals in the evaluation and treatment of common mental health conditions and substance use disorders that occur during the perinatal period. Health equity themes will be explored throughout the series, with a focus on building competency in caring for diverse populations. Participants will gain confidence and knowledge in addressing the perinatal mental health needs of their patients while fostering connections with their peers. 

Facilitated by a multidisciplinary team including obstetrician-gynecologists, psychiatrists, psychologists and persons with lived experience, each session will feature a brief presentation by an expert followed by interactive Q&A and discussion. 

Perinatal Mental Health:
Bridging Gaps in Equity and Outcomes

AUDIENCE:
Physicians and APPs who care for pregnant and postpartum individuals.
Also welcome are other physicians and APPs including psychiatrists and psych NPs or PAs, other mental health providers and registered nurses.

COMMITMENT:
Eight weekly ECHO sessions held virtually
Tuesdays 12:00 - 1:00 PM MT

CME for this series is pending approval. If approved, participants are eligible to receive up to 8 hoursof CME for participation in this series.

In Partnership With:

This series is offered in partnership with the new Colorado PROSPER Psychiatric Access Program, part of the University of Colorado Department of Psychiatry, Women’s Behavioral Health and Wellness Services. PROSPER is a free perinatal mental health and substance use consult line for health care professionals who care for pregnant and postpartum individuals across Colorado.

 

 

  • ECHO SESSION 1

    Meeting Patients Where They Are: The Intersection Between Cultural Humility and Trauma Informed Care

    September 10, 2024

  • ECHO SESSION 2

    Managing Emergencies: Recognition and Treatment of Perinatal Mental Health Crises

    September 17, 2024

  • ECHO SESSION 3

    Strategies to Support Sleep in the Perinatal Period

    September 24, 2024

  • ECHO SESSION 4

    Mood and Anxiety Screening

    October 1, 2024

  • ECHO SESSION 5

    Substance Use Screening and Approach to Cannabis Use

    October 8, 2024

  • ECHO SESSION 6

    Treatment of Depression and Anxiety in Perinatal Care

    October 15, 2024

  • ECHO SESSION 7

    Screening and Initiating Treatment for Bipolar Disorder and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Obstetric Care

    October 22, 2024

  • ECHO SESSION 8

    Opioid and Alcohol Use Disorders and Obstetric Care

    October 29, 2024

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