Becker's Healthcare October 7, 2024
Several key health issues, including coronary disease, heart failure and congenital heart disease, can lead to battles with depression for patients as well, according to an Oct. 4 report from the American Medical Association.
Cardiology groups are now looking at patient care holistically, considering both the physical and mental impact of chronic illness.
Here are five things to know about cardiology and mental healthcare:
1. The American College of Cardiology recently partnered with BHI Collaborative, a group dedicated to catalyzing effective and sustainable integration of behavioral health care into physician practices.
2. The AMA established the BHI Collaborative with seven other physician organizations to remove obstacles to integrating behavioral and mental health care into primary care practices.
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