The Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia Psychiatric Urgent Care Program: A Preliminary Evaluation of a Suggested Alternative Model of Outpatient Psychiatric Care

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Authors

Ronald A. Remick · Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia

Yuriko Araki · Simon Fraser University

Robin Bruce · Simon Fraser University

Chris P. Gorman · Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia

Judith Allen · Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia

Abigail K Remick · Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia

Scott A. Lear

Abstract

The MDA Program model of care appears to be efficient and cost-effective, and patients and referring physicians appear satisfied with the care offered in this program.

Topics & Keywords

Schizophrenia research and treatment Mental Health Treatment and Access Mental Health and Psychiatry

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry

Volume 59, Issue 4, pp. 220-227

DOI: 10.1177/070674371405900407

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