Going to APA in August? Consider Attending the 7-Hour CE Workshop on “Best Practices” in Telepsychology
by Dr. Maheu on 14/05/12 at 6:12 pm
Join us at this INTERMEDIATE workshop to explore the complex controversies behind licensure, informed consent, HIPAA, online marketing, reimbursement, and other pivotal concerns for professionals. It examines the scientific literature and legal and ethical codes that are relevant to safe and successful telepractice (psychotherapy, assessment, and supervision). Technologies covered include telephones and cell phones; text-messaging; [...]
Full StoryTelemental Health Efficacy Outcomes Surpass Face-to-Face Encounters with 98,609 Patients
by Dr. Maheu on 11/05/12 at 8:01 pm
In an article published in Psychiatric Services, Linda Godleski, M.D., Adam Darkins, M.D., M.P.H. & John Peters, M.S. reported clinical outcomes of the largest assessment in telemental health. Conducted at the Veteran’s Administration (VA), the study compared inpatient psychiatric admissions and days of psychiatric hospitalization among 98,609 patients who participated in remote clinical videoconferencing, for an [...]
Full StoryHealth Insurers Setting Up Telemedicine Services
by Dr. Maheu on 10/05/12 at 8:33 pm
Insurers such as United Healthcare, Aetna and Cigna, and large employers such as General Electric and Delta Air Lines are getting on board, pushing telemedicine as a way to make doctor “visits” cheaper and more easily available. Proponents also see it as an answer to a worsening doctor shortage. But some physician and consumer groups [...]
Full StoryHighlights of the 2012 American Telemedicine Association Conference
by Dr. Maheu on 06/05/12 at 3:12 am
The American Telemedicine Association convention buzzed with excitement in San Jose last week. It was clear to many of us in attendance that this year is a “tipping-point” for the association as well as the telehealth movement. With the advances in broadband and usage of communication and internet technology since the ATA’s founding in 1993, [...]
Full StoryHow to Obtain a Work/Study Scholarship to TeleMental Health Institute’s Certificate Program
by Dr. Maheu on 05/05/12 at 8:59 pm
FREE 1-hour Training Webinar Have you been waiting for a way to afford a comprehensive training program in telehealth? This opportunity might just be your ticket into the exciting new world of 21st Century practice, using 21st Century tools. Since we started our Scholarship program 9 months ago, we’ve learned who is a good match [...]
Full StoryDr. Maheu to Deliver Keynote to a SOLD OUT Georgia Psychological Association Convention, April 21
by Dr. Maheu on 05/04/12 at 10:00 pm
I’ll discuss the Future of Telepsychology in my keynote at at the Georgia Psychological Association Convention. In case that isn’t enough, I’ll also deliver 2 other programs at the same meeting. The weekend will start with a 3-hour program describing how to it started in developing self-help materials for consumers on April 20. In my [...]
Full StoryLooking for Work in TeleMental Health? Consider Helping Our Injured Veterans
by Dr. Maheu on 05/04/12 at 8:24 pm
Do you want to get involved in telehealth and help our country at the same time? As we’ve commented in the past, the VA is rapidly expanding services through telemental health. Employment opportunities are growing dramatically. Get in now. VA’s Telehealth Programs Bring Care Closer to Home Columbia Tribune The stream of veterans returning home [...]
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