Utilizing Next-Generation Digital Health Technology to Improve Care for People with SMI-Presentation and Q&A

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Video Summary

In the first video, Dr. John Torres discusses the use of digital health technology to improve care for people with serious mental illness (SMI). The video is part of the SMI Advisor webinar, with Dr. Timothy Angst as the speaker. Dr. Angst explains the different categories of digital health technology and highlights the importance of digital biomarkers in monitoring and intervening in patient care. He discusses the potential impact of digital health on telehealth, medication optimization, wearable devices, and self-care management. Dr. Angst also discusses the potential of digital therapeutics and prescribed digital therapies.<br /><br />In the second video, Dr. Michael Oberlander explores the potential of digital health interventions for improving patient care in mental health. He emphasizes the importance of data collection and analysis in tailoring treatment options and mentions the use of wearable devices to passively monitor patients' behaviors. Dr. Oberlander discusses the potential of digital biomarkers and provides examples of FDA-cleared digital therapies. He discusses the need for evidence and validation of these interventions and addresses privacy and legal implications. Dr. Oberlander concludes by urging healthcare providers to assess their patient populations, resources, and desired outcomes before adopting digital health interventions and emphasizes the importance of understanding workflow, data privacy, and patient engagement.<br /><br />Both videos provide valuable insights into the current and potential applications of digital health technology in improving care for people with serious mental illness and mental health conditions.

Keywords

digital health technology

serious mental illness

digital biomarkers

telehealth

wearable devices

self-care management

digital therapeutics

data collection and analysis

FDA-cleared digital therapies

patient engagement