January 31, 2023

Dear MSHP Provider,

We are thrilled to be embarking upon our third year of the Mind Matters ECHO learning collaborative. When we first launched this program in 2021 we had modest hopes: our goal was to have a few regular attendees and helpful monthly discussions.

We've far exceeded those initial expectations — a testament to you and your colleagues' enthusiasm and willingness to share your experiences, clinical knowledge, and time in the pursuit of our shared goal of improving patient care and outcomes.

Crucial to the success of this program are the case presentations. Case presentations allow for the real-world application of didactic principles and best practices, and unite all participants in the mastery of the medical complexity we face in our day-to-day practice.

We are therefore requesting case submissions for our upcoming meetings. Would you be willing to share a case this year?

Presenting a case is easy!

1. Complete this brief interest form (approximately 2-3 minutes to complete) with some introductory information about your case and goals for the consultation
2. If it's a good fit for the collaborative, we will contact you to schedule your presentation and complete the case submission form where you will elaborate on the patient's medical and social history (approximately 5-10 minutes)
3. Our team will use that information to prepare slides for your presentation
4. We will schedule a 30-minute run through with you prior to the meeting to clarify any questions and ensure all runs smoothly during the presentation
5. You'll present your case to your colleagues at the beginning of the meeting and then we'll open the floor for questions and consultations

What makes a good case for Mind Matters ECHO?

The most important element is a desire to learn from and implement feedback from your peers to improve the patient's care and outcomes.

Any patient with behavioral health needs (diagnosed or suspected) with barriers or difficulties to treatment can make for a great learning opportunity, and cases do not need to be overly complex to foster valuable discussion. Everyday scenarios such as choosing the best SSRI, encouraging patients to seek psychotherapy and supporting them in the meantime, and assessing whether substance use is problematic and/or disordered are all examples of potential cases appropriate for the learning collaborative.

Cases do not need to align with didactic topics either; these are two distinct parts of the meeting.

I have a case I'd like consultation on, but I don't like public speaking. Can I still receive feedback on my patient?

Yes! Please complete this brief interest form and make a note that you'd like to have someone present on your behalf. Our team will work with you to gather the necessary background information and we can present on your behalf at the meeting.

Questions?

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or to discuss a potential case. We look forward to hearing from you!

Sincerely,