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Use of Evidence-Based Technology to Assist the Behavioral Health Workforce A Case Study on Technology Transfer Systems

Published:
September 30, 2021

Recently retired co-director, Thomasine Heitkamp, along with other Mountain Plains ATTC/MHTTC team members, Shawnda Schroeder, Maridee Shogren and Christine Harsell were published in the Journal of Addictions Nursing.

 

ABSTRACT

“This article provides examples of the application of technology transfer to improve the delivery of addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery. It illustrates the importance of cross-regional and network-wide activities as well as meaningful collaborations with other regional networks, professional associations, and state and federal entities. This article describes a model of identifying and delivering meaningful training and technical assistance (T/TA), which also advances interprofessional collaborations and shared ownership. The described model includes collaboration in assessing behavioral health T/TA needs and preference for delivery of T/TA. The case study presents the process of engaging providers and connecting them with content experts on emerging topics in the field of addiction. This work included T/TA around integrated care, co-occurring disorders, cultural humility and inclusion, and use of data to advance system care. The case also outlines the application and use of evidence-based translation models, including Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) and Communities of Practice.”

 

Link to News Article

 

 

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Author(s)
Thomasine Heitkamp, LCSW, Schroeder, Shawnda PhD, MA; Shogren, Maridee DNP, CNM, CLC; Harsell, Christine DNP, ANP-BC
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