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By Anne B. Camper, General Counsel and Elizabeth M. Felton, JD, LICSW, Associate Counsel

© March 2020. National Association of Social Workers. All rights reserved

Telemental health is the practice of delivering clinical health care services via technology assisted media or other electronic means between a practitioner and a client who are located in two different locations. Treatment is considered to take place where the client is. With telemental health, social workers must make sure they are practicing legally and ethically; following state licensure regulations; and adhering to state and federal practice guidelines and payer contract agreements.

Before providing telemental health services, social workers should check:

1. State licensing board of the social worker;

2. State licensing board where the client is;

3. Malpractice insurance/professional liability insurance carrier (e.g., ASI); and

4. Payor (private insurance / Medicaid / Medicare)

The general rule regarding the provision of telemental health services is that providers must meet any licensure requirements of the jurisdiction where they are licensed and any licensure requirements of the jurisdiction where the patient is physically located. If state law and licensing boards are silent on this issue, then social workers have not been expressly granted the authority to provide telemental health services in that jurisdiction. Social workers can check the regulations in their jurisdiction for general information on the provision of telemental health services with a 50 state telemental health survey (PDF) that focuses specifically on the remote delivery of behavioral health care services. This 2017 survey is updated through 2019 via a free app available on Android and iOS.

However, in light of the COVID-19 public health emergency, some states (e.g., Massachusetts, Iowa, Indiana) are temporarily suspending some of their regulatory provisions for telemental health requirements. Check with your state to find out if any changes have been made to those regulation at the ASWB's regulations webpage.

Telemental Health Informed Consent

It is important to obtain informed consent for telemental health to address many issues, including but not limited to the risks associated with telemental health, exceptions to confidentiality, what to do if there are technical difficulties, interruption of service, and what to do in case of an emergency. Asking clients to review and sign a telemental health informed consent form is a requirement in many states and may be a condition of reimbursement (e.g., Medicaid) in some states. Even if it is not a requirement in your jurisdiction, NASW recommends obtaining telemental health informed consent from your clients as a best practice.

Video Conferencing Platform

Normally, all video conferencing platforms used for telemental health are required to be HIPAA compliant, and their companies are required to sign a Business Associate Agreement (BAA). Although NASW does not endorse any particular vendor, here is a list of vendors that claim they provide HIPAA-compliant video conferencing and will enter into a BAA: Skype for Business; Updox; VSee; Zoom for Healthcare; Doxy.me; TheraPlatform; and Google G Suite Hangouts Meet.

However, in light of the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Office of Civil Rights has agreed not to enforce these technical requirements for the duration of the emergency. This means that providers subject to HIPAA Rules may provide telemental health services through platforms, such as Apple FaceTime, Facebook Messenger video chat, Google Hangouts video, or Skype, that may not fully comply with the requirements of HIPAA Rules, and without a BAA. Social workers should enable all available encryption and privacy modes when using those applications and notify clients of the potential privacy risks associated with those third-party applications.

Please Note: Under this OCR notice, however, Facebook Live, Twitch, TikTok, and similar video communication applications that are public facing, should not be used in the provision of telehealth by covered health care providers.

Professional Liability Coverage

Social workers should confirm that their malpractice insurance carrier covers the provision of telemental health services. For example, NASW Assurance Services (ASI) professional liability policy provides coverage for telemental health as long as it is an accepted practice conducted according to the social worker's state regulations, state licensing board requirements, and HIPAA privacy standards.

Privacy/Confidentiality

Remember that privacy and confidentiality rules still apply to telemental health. All laws regarding the confidentiality of protected health information and a patient's right to their medical information applies to telehealth interactions.

Telemental Health Chart

HIPAA

Licensure

Medicare*

Before COVID-19

All vendors must be HIPAA compliant; video conferencing companies must sign business associate agreement (BAA)

Must be licensed where the social worker is located AND where the client is located; not all states authorize the use of telemental health.

Medicare coverage and payment of telehealth services provided on a limited basis

During COVID-19

OCR will not impose penalties for noncompliance with certain HIPAA Rules

Temporary suspension of social work licensure regulations for telemental health in certain states

Recently passed legislation eased some Medicare telehealth restrictions

No risk of HIPAA sanctions/penalties for lack of BAA

The other state, where the client is located, also needs to allow the provision of telemental health services

Section 1135 waiver allows for Medicare coverage and payment of telehealth services on a broader basis (i.e. audio only telehealth)

Permits use of non-public facing video conferencing apps (i.e. Skype, Facetime, Messenger)

Check with professional liability company for coverage of telemental health services

Section 1135 allows for waiver of telehealth provider licensure regulations for Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement

Prohibits use of public-facing video conferencing apps (i.e. Facebook Live, TikTok)

Check with payor for reimbursement of telemental health services

Section 1135 waivers do NOT override state regulations

The regulatory changes made during COVID-19 are temporary unless otherwise noted.

HIPAA

The HIPAA rule relaxations specifically address the enforcement of HIPAA requirements related to the types of platforms used for video-conferencing and the need to enter a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with the platform provider. The rule relaxations of HIPAA enforcement apply to all HIPAA-covered entities, even if they are not Medicare/Medicaid providers.

CMS*

Applies to Medicare/Medicaid/CHIP providers. CMS, through section 1135 waivers, expanded telehealth coverage that was tightly restricted. Prior to COVID-19, patients were required to connect from a health facility that had approved video conferencing technology. During COVID-19, patients can connect from home via video on a smartphone or other digital device. The section 1135 waivers will end upon termination of the public health emergency, including any extensions.

Licensure

Check to find out if regulatory provisions for telemental health have been temporarily suspended in your state at ASWB's Regulations webpage.

The information in this website is provided as a service to members of the National Association of Social Workers and the social work community for educational and information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. We provide timely information, but we make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to this website and its associated sites. Its transmission is not intended to and does not create a lawyer-client relationship between NASW, LDF, or the author(s), and you. You should not act based solely on the information provided in this website. Laws and court interpretations change frequently, and applicable state laws might not be addressed. Legal advice must be tailored to specific facts and circumstances.Nothing reported here should be used as a substitute for the advice of competent counsel licensed in your jurisdiction.

The information is provided as a service to members and the social work community for educational and information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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[Episode 132] Today's episode of the Social Work Podcast is an interview with Stacey Freedenthal, Ph.D., LCSW about her book Loving Someone with Suicidal Thoughts: What Family, Friends, and Partners Can Say and Do (New Harbinger Publications, 2023). Stacey and I talk about how she drew on her personal and professional experiences to write a book for families, friends and parents of someone who is suicidal. She talks about why and how families can create support teams, when and why it might not be appropriate to reach out to others, and how to navigate reaching out even when the suicidal person doesn't want you to. We talked about how to find support on social networks like Facebook. She talks about how friends and family can feel manipulated by a suicidal loved one, even if the suicidal person isn't being manipulative. Throughout the interview, Stacey speaks to families AND social workers.

So, so great to talk w/@socworkpodcast today abt my book Loving Someone w/Suicidal Thoughts. We had a rich conversation abt different things friends & family experience, like fear & guilt, *feeling * manipulated, secrecy vs. getting support, hope & recovery, & also how to help. pic.twitter.com/H3oZ2MAvOL
- Stacey Freedenthal (@SFreedenthal) October 1, 2022

Bio

Stacey Freedenthal, PhD, LCSW is recognized nationally and internationally for her expertise in helping people who have suicidal thoughts. Her new book is Loving Someone with Suicidal Thoughts: What Family, Friends, and Partners Can Say and Do (New Harbinger Publications, 2023). Dr. Freedenthal also authored the book Helping Someone with Suicidal Thoughts: Tips and Techniques for Professionals (Routledge; 2018), and she created and maintains the website Speaking of Suicide. She has authored or co-authored more than two dozen peer-reviewed articles and book chapters about suicidal intent, youth suicidality, mental health service use, and other topics related to suicide. You can find her on Twitter

Dr. Freedenthal is an associate professor at the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work, and a psychotherapist in private practice. She lives in Denver, CO, with her husband and their collection of cats.

Transcript

Introduction

Hey there podcast listeners, Jonathan here. I'm recording this on December 25th. And I realize that you probably aren't listening on the 25th. Like billions of people around the world, you might be celebrating Christmas or possibly Chinese food and movie, or prepping for Kwanzaa. Regardless of what you celebrate, you might be familiar with one of the holiday's most persistent myths. No, I'm not talking about the reindeer and present deliverer. I'm talking about the myth that suicides increase during the holidays, especially Christmas. This myth is so pervasive that the Centers for Disease Control has a blog post debunking it ( https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/holiday.html). In fact, December is the month with the fewest suicide deaths.

Today's guest writes about some other pervasive myths about suicide:
Myth #1: Everyone who dies by suicide has a mental illness
Myth #2: Suicide is always preventable
Myth #3: Once someone decides to end their life, there's nothing you can do to stop them.

These are all myths. One of the myths my guest doesn't include in her list, but one that she debunks all the time, is the myth that social workers don't struggle with suicidal thoughts or behaviors, or that you can't be a good social worker if you're having suicidal thoughts, or have struggled with suicide attempts. Don't let anyone tell you that you don't have a place in social work. You do.

Today I'm speaking with Dr. Stacey Freedenthal. You might remember her from Episode 119 where she shared tips for professionals working with suicidal people. Or you might know Stacey from her blog, SpeakingOfSuicide.com, her 2017 New York Times op-ed where she came out as a suicide attempt survivor ( https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/11/well/mind/a-suicide-therapists-secret-past.html), or her work any of her academic contributions as an associate professor at the University of Denver's Graduate School of Social Work. Today, she is back on the podcast to talk about her 2023 book, Loving Someone with Suicidal Thoughts: What Family, Friends, and Partners Can Say and Do, from New Harbinger Publications.

In today's interview, Stacey and I talk about how she drew on her personal and professional experiences to write a book for families, friends and parents of someone who is suicidal. She talks about why and how families can create support teams, when and why it might not be appropriate to reach out to others, and how to navigate reaching out even when the suicidal person doesn't want you to. We talked about how to find support on social networks like Facebook. She talks about how friends and family can feel manipulated by a suicidal loved one, even if the suicidal person isn't being manipulative. Throughout the interview, Stacey speaks to families AND social workers. For example, in her book she takes the classic therapy phrase "active listening" and suggests that for families we call it "brave listening." I love that. Active listening is so professional. If you're listening to your kid or your partner or your parent talk about how they don't want to live any more, you're brave listening... that's what it is.

And now, without further ado, on to episode 132 of the Social Work Podcast, Loving someone with suicidal thoughts: Interview with Stacey Freedenthal, PhD, LCSW

Interview

Stacey Freedenthal : That's a great question, and I think part of it is my website speakingofsuicide.com . Initially, I envisioned that website more for people who have suicidal thoughts, but there's been so much interest from friends and family and so many comments and emails that I've received from people plaintively and poignantly wanting help with, "What do I say?" "What do I do?" "I'm scared I'll make things worse." "I'm scared I'll say the wrong thing." "I'm scared I'll regret not doing something... or doing something." And so, it just opened my eyes to... They say it takes a village, and there's also a whole village needing help. And friends and family are part of that village.

Stacey Freedenthal: Yeah, and I find this is true in a lot of social work practice -that everything's relative. I have clients who say to me, "I shouldn't be this upset" or "I shouldn't be depressed-other people have it worse." And what I say to them is: If you're sitting on a bench with somebody waiting for a bus, and somebody comes by and shoots you in the leg, and shoots them in the head, well, they're in a lot worse shape than you. It doesn't make your leg stop hurting, and it doesn't mean you don't need treatment. It doesn't mean that you're not losing blood... Your body doesn't say, "Well, at least I didn't get shot in the head." No, it's still excruciating pain and trauma to be shot anywhere. And that's what I think about this. That if you're in pain, or you're distressed in some other way, it doesn't matter if other people have it worse. You used the word "competition," and I think another word that could be used is "disconnection."That when people are hurting, it can be healing to connect with somebody else who understands or can listen and really can join with you. And when people are disconnected in that way, then there's a lost opportunity.

Stacey Freedenthal :Sure. It is a very loaded term. And I was very, very careful, semantically, throughout the chapter, to say you "feel" manipulated. You know? Because there's that saying that just because you feel somebody's manipulating you doesn't mean they're manipulating you. And yet, you can still feel manipulated. So, I give the example in the book of somebody who says, "If you won't let me stay with you, I'll kill myself." And that can feel incredibly manipulative. It also may be that person's truth, that if they have to go live on the streets that they don't want to live anymore. I also give a variation of that example in the book where the person doesn't say, "Let me live with you or I'll kill myself," but they do say, "Oh my God, I'm being evicted and I don't know what I'm gonna do!" And "If I have to be homeless, I'm gonna kill myself." And they're not saying, "Let me live with you." But naturally, their best friend is thinking, "Oh my God!" You know? "Live with me!" Even though they may not want to be sharing their house.But it's such a rich topic because there's the idea of, it's an insult. And I agree to say that some of these being manipulative. It's an insult because it dismisses their very real pain and needs. And yet, there are times where somebody's talking about suicide or using suicidal communications as a way to try to influence another person. And the most extreme example is someone in a in a case of domestic violence who in order to try to keep their partner from leaving says, "If you leave, I'll kill myself, and it'll be your fault."But that's even hard to say that that's manipulative because that also may be that person's truth. And it can be abusive to lay that on somebody when the when the intent is to control them. So, there's just all these different angles from which to look at it. You know? Like, are you being manipulated? Do you feel manipulated? If you feel manipulated, it still sucks. (Pardon my highly technical term.) And then, what do you do?

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APA (7th ed) citation for this podcast:

Singer, J. B. (Producer). (2022, December 25). #131 - Loving someone with suicidal thoughts: Interview with Stacey Freedenthal, PhD, LCSW [Audio Podcast]. Social Work Podcast. Retrieved from http://www.socialworkpodcast.com/2022/12/Freedenthal2022.html

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Should parents be concerned about teen suicide?

Suicide is in the news and in popular entertainment now more than ever, especially in regard to teens. You can play a role in building up your child's mental health simply by becoming aware of the risk factors and warning signs that can lead to suicide, making yourself available to your child, knowing how to practice having a caring conversation, and being aware that help is always available.

The facts

There were approximately 100,000 teen (15-19 year-olds) suicide deaths over the 40 year period between 1975 through 2015, the most recent year covered by the study.

Boys take their lives at 3-4 times the rate of girls. The suicide rate for teen boys saw a rise that peaked in the late '80s and early '90s, then lowered in the late '90s and early 2000's. This may be attributed to pediatricians increasingly taking on the role of treating depression. However, the rate has unfortunately been rising again since 2006.

The suicide rate for teen girls had a similar but less dramatic pattern. There has been an increase for girls over the last 10-12 years.

It's worth noting there are fluctuations in suicide rates of all age groups over time. Youth rates remain significantly lower compared to every older age group.

Additional resources

What can I do to protect my teen or tween from suicide risk?

As a parent, you can teach and model healthy habits for mental health just as you would with physical health. Taking care of your own mental health, talking about it openly, and seeking therapy when warranted is one way to model healthy practices.

If your child sees you approaching your own challenges and learning for your own mistakes in an open way, they will understand that it's okay to struggle and to learn from mistakes. They may develop flexibility and compassion for their own missteps - possibly even empathy for others, seeing how you navigate challenging times. They will also understand that life is messy and challenging for everyone at different times.

Check in with your child regularly, beyond just day-to-day tasks such as homework. You can learn how to invite deeper conversations through further guidance listed on this page.

If your child has a history of depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm or substance use, you should monitor them more closely, and consider involving a professional, either at key times, or for the longer term for more chronic conditions.

How can I tell if my child is behaving like a normal teenager - i.e. moody, etc. - or if there might be something wrong?

When children hit puberty, there are changes in their body and brain that can and do lead to behavioral changes. But there is a normal range which can manifest as moodiness, irritability, and pushing you away. This is a natural part of adolescent development. What should be concerning is if you notice indications of hopelessness or worthlessness, a withdrawal from friends and activities, or suicidal thinking or behavior. These are not typical manifestations for teenage angst.

You know your child. You know their usual patterns, their common reactions to frustration and challenges, and what their good days and bad days look like. Trust your instincts if their behavior goes beyond these usual patterns of behavior. It could be just the tip of the iceberg of possible changes in their physical or mental health. It's worth engaging them in conversation to get a fuller understanding of what they are experiencing so you can provide support, and get a better sense of how severe it is.

If your teen or tween's sleep, energy, appetite, motivation, substance use, and frustration aren't bouncing back to normal after a few days, have them see their pediatrician or a mental health practitioner.

How can I talk to my teen about mental health and suicide?

Don't be afraid to have a conversation with your child about mental health and suicide. Ask your child how they're doing, what's happening in their world these days, and what their concerns are. It can start simply by asking, "Are you okay?"

Listen intently and without judgment. Ask open-ended questions, i.e. those that cannot be answered with a simple yes or no. Resist the urge to offer quick fixes or solutions to their challenges, which tends to shut down further dialog. Validate and support their feelings.

Follow their cues, and say things like, "Tell me more about that. I'd love to understand more about what that's like for you. When he said that/did that to you, how did that make you feel?"

Should I use the same approach for different age groups, i.e. tweens (ages 8 to 12) or teens (13 to 17)?

The approach is very similar for tweens and teens, but with changes in language based on their level of sophistication and self-awareness. Use language that makes sense to your child, given their age, development, and what you know of how they think about things.

For a young child, you can ask about physical symptoms like stomach aches, and changes in feelings like getting upset or angry more lately. If it seems to you that they feel hopeless, trapped or overwhelmed - then ask if they ever think about hurting themselves or ending their life.

For older children, or kids who have demonstrated they are aware of their own thoughts and feelings, ask about their perceptions, as well as other symptoms like sleep problems, mood changes, and feelings of hopelessness, or of feeling trapped or overwhelmed.

What if they don't want to talk?

If your child isn't ready to talk, leave the invitation open for later by saying, "Whenever you want to talk, I'm here to listen and support you." You could add "I won't judge, and I'll never stop supporting you, no matter what challenges you face."

The likelihood is that your child will open up when you least expect it, sitting side-by-side rather than face-to-face, in the car or engaged in some other activity together.

When your teen starts to open up, be careful not to fall into the trap of jumping in with a solution or by saying, "You should..." or "Why didn't you..."

What if I'm concerned my child is thinking about suicide?

If your child is talking about any level of distress, do not hesitate to ask them whether they're feeling changes in their mood or level of stress, or having suicidal thoughts. Asking your child directly about suicide will not increase their risk, or plant the idea. It will create an opportunity to offer support, and let them know you care enough to have the conversation.

You can say, "It sounds like you've been dealing with a lot lately. Does it ever get so tough that you think about ending your life?"

If your child gives any indication they have been thinking about suicide (unless they are in the act of self-harming) take them seriously. Continue to listen and engage in a caring, concerned, supportive manner. You can say things like, "Can you say more about that? I'm so sorry you've been feeling this way. I want to understand more about your perspective. I'm here for you no matter what. There is no problem too big that we as a family can't get through. I'm going to keep supporting you and will also make sure you get the help you need to feel yourself again."

Talk with your child about how to seek help. If you fear they may be at risk, get professional help right away.

Let them know you'll be there for them no matter what, that your love is unconditional, and that you'll help them get the support they need to get through this challenging time.

In a crisis situation, call 988 for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or text the Crisis Text Line by texting 'TALK' to 741741 to speak or text with a trained counselor who can provide guidance on the most appropriate next steps and resources. Calling 911 is best for situations when self-harm is occurring or is about to occur.

For help finding a Mental Health Professional, consult with your child's pediatrician, call your insurance, or use this treatment finder.

What if my child knows someone who has taken their life? How do talk with them?

It is important as a parent to be there for your child if a friend or a classmate has died by suicide. You can find specific guidance in AFSP's Children, Teens, and Suicide Loss booklet, written in partnership with the Dougy Center, The National Center for Grieving Children & Families.

The booklet can be viewed online here.

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Goal-setting is an important part of the therapy process, and this can be especially challenging with kids and teens who probably weren't the ones to decide that they "needed" mental health services.

When I did in-person sessions, one activity that a lot of teenagers enjoyed was making vision boards. We would take paper and magazines and cut out images that they related to or that fit with what they saw for themselves in the future. They could choose images when they had trouble finding the right words, which helped with communication.

Canva lets you create vision (or "mood") boards online for free! You have to create an account if you want to save the board on their platform, but you can also just save a screen shot of the completed board if you don't want you or your clients having to sign in to do the activity.

For more information on using vision boards in your practice, check out this article from Choosing Therapy!

Canva uses stock photos, some of which are watermarked unless you have a paid account, but you can also upload any image that you want to your vision board.

In sessions, I typically have my client pull up Canva's website and share their screen with me while they work on their board. I can narrate what they are doing and ask questions about their choices to facilitate discussion about what they are making. If you are working with a group, you can have each member work on their own board, but this can be challenging as you can't check on each person's progress as you go like you could if you did this activity in-person.

Vision boards are great for motivational interviewing, art therapy, and general goal setting. The online templates have been helpful with clients who get overwhelmed by creating their design and then struggle to focus on the project itself because the placement and color schemes are built into the program.

How have you used vision boards in your practice?

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Therapy Worksheets, Tools, and Handouts | Therapist Aid

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Free worksheets, treatment guides, and videos for mental health professionals. Topics include CBT, anger management, self-esteem, relaxation, and more.

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National Harm Reduction Coalition works to increase access to evidence-based harm reduction strategies like overdose prevention and syringe access programs.

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Overview

AHOPE is a harm reduction and needle exchange site providing a range of service to active injection drug users, including: Integrated HIV, Hepatitis, and STI testing. Free legal, and anonymous needle exchange. Supported referrals to HIV, Hepatitis, and STI treatment. Overdose prevention education and training. Risk reduction supplies to reduce the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C infection. Risk reduction counseling, supported referrals to all modalities of substance abuse treatment. AHOPE services are available at the walk-in center at 774 Albany Street and through mobile van and outreach sites around Boston.

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Delivery Services

Drop-in center

Hepatitis testing/Education

HIV testing/Education

MAT Education/Referrals

Naloxone Distribution/Overdose Ed.

Syringe Services

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AHOPE: Boston Public Health Commission (Boston, MA) | NASEN Directory

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AHOPE is a harm reduction and needle exchange site providing a range of service to active injection drug users, including: - Integrated HIV/ Hepatitis/ and - STI testing - Free

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Overview

No syringes, only Narcan. The vending machine is facing Medina St. (Could you edit the NICE Project Menchaca location on the directory that say the third location will open soon? This is the third location... and then remove this note from this entry)

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Naloxone Distribution/Overdose Ed.

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NICE Project - East Cesar Chavez (Austin, TX) | NASEN Directory

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No syringes, only Narcan. The vending machine is facing Medina St. (Could you edit the NICE Project Menchaca location on the directory that say the third location will open soon? This is the third location... and then remove this note from this entry) Naloxone Distribution/Overdose Ed.

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This organization has been a great resource for many TGI people in crisis. - Sydney

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A general article on telehalth and healthcare that looked really good to get a gist of what we do -- Sydney

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COVID-19 has influenced changes in every facet of life, including how healthcare is conducted. Telehealth services is making healthcare more accessible for at-risk and rural patients, and is on it's way to becoming the new normal.

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The 16 Best Telehealth Podcasts Worth Checking Out

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The 16 Best Telehealth Podcasts Worth Checking Out

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Seems like the bandwagon on podcasts and telehealth is alive and well! Take your pick and see what helps! -- Sydney

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There are hundreds of different podcasts available online, and it can be tough to narrow down what you want to listen to.

One great resource is bCast list of top 15 podcasts, and these are worth a listen if you're in telehealth or health care in general.

Some aren't strictly health-related but still provide interesting insights into how things work. What follows is our list, along with a description for each and where you can find them on the internet.

1. Community Conversations on Vaccines

Sabin Vaccine Institute's Community Conversations on Vaccines podcast series, presented by Immunization Advocates, explores vaccine acceptance and demand issues in low- and middle-income countries through conversations with health workers, researchers, and journalists closest to vaccine delivery and decision-making.

Check out their latest episode:

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2. Pharma Launch Secrets

Welcome to Pharma Launch Secrets, a podcast by Evermed. We host honest, direct, actionable conversations with world-leading pharma launch experts that will help you stay up to date with trends and strategies to help you launch your product successfully.

Check here for their latest episode:

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3. Shine: a podcast by Star

Welcome to Shine: a podcast by Star. Here you will get actionable insider knowledge directly from globally leading industry experts and companies. We answer essential questions and take a deep look into technology and design thinking within Star core industries: Health & Wellness, Automotive & Mobility, and Fintech.

Learn more at bCast

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4. Healthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network

Healthcare NOW Radio and Podcast Network offers discussions on the latest developments and trends impacting the industry including: health tech, health IT, healthcare innovation, healthcare policy, healthcare data security, telehealth, interoperability, biotech, med tech, value-based care, pharma, healthcare compliance, and much more. Shows are hosted by industry thought leaders. Guests are a "who's who" across the healthcare spectrum. The listening audience is predominantly physician and hospital-based, and the healthcare industry at large.

Learn more at healthcarenowradio.com

Check out their latest episode:

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5. Healthcare IT Today Interviews

Listen to the latest happenings in Healthcare IT in this series of interviews with leading experts in healthcare technology. Whether you're trying to understand EMR and EHR, healthcare communications, security and privacy, analytics, telehealth and telemedicine, and much more, these interviews will dive into what's really happening on the front lines of healthcare.

Learn more at healthcareittoday.com

Check here for their latest episode:

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6. Sam Talks Telehealth

A Slice of Healthcare podcast hosted by Sam Lippolis, Telehealth Consultant & FMR Director of Connected Care at UC Health. Key topics center around telehealth planning, key industry trends, and more!

Learn more at sliceofhealthcare.com

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7. Telehealth Heroes

Welcome to the Telehealth Heroes podcast, hosted by Brandon M. Welch, MS, PhD. Listen in as Brandon interviews healthcare providers and professionals that are doing extraordinary things with Telehealth. Learn how these individuals have improved their own work/life balance, grown their businesses, and improved patient outcomes. Subscribe today and learn how telehealth can improve life.

Learn more at doxy.me

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8. The Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast

The Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast is brought to you by 3 physical therapists (Brandon Poen, F. Scott Feil, & Stephanie Weyrauch) in which we interview prominent guests within the realms of healthcare education aimed at PTs and other healthcare providers who want to transition to education and how to be effective educators from various roles as PTs to patients/ CI/ Mentor/ CEU Teacher/ Professor/Administrator and transition to interviewing educators from other professions to observe their models to see what we can take from them with the goal to provide free and valuable content that can reach large numbers of people to help developing current and future educators. We also aim to ask questions to those in various roles from different perspectives on how healthcare education works and to challenge the status quo of healthcare education to make it better.

Check here for their latest episode:

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9. Therapy Tech with Rob and Roy

The Most Fun Therapists Can Have While Listening to a Podcast About Technology. Rob and Roy discuss how mental health clinicians can utilize technology to improve their practice and cover practice management, internet marketing, telehealth, HIPAA, ethics, and more!

Learn more at therapytechrobroy.com

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10. Creating a New Healthcare

Introduction to Creating a New Healthcare. A podcast series for healthcare leaders who are looking for fresh perspectives, bold solutions and inspiration in their journey to advance value based care.

Learn more at creatinganewhealthcare.com

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11. Conversations on Health Care

Conversations On Health Care features in-depth discussions on health policy and innovation with industry newsmakers from around the globe. The podcast is produced by Community Health Center, Inc., Connecticut's largest provider of medical, dental and behavioral healthcare to the underserved, and hosted by Founder, President and CEO Mark Masselli and Vice President and Clinical Director Margaret Flinter.

Learn more at community.chc1.com

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12. The PainExam podcast by David Rosenblum, MD

David Rosenblum, MD, creator of PainExam.com and Director of Pain Management at New York Based, AABP Pain Management discusses Pain Board Review and issues relevant to pain physicians. Marketing, practice management and Board Prep are discussed. For more information and CME Credit's go to PainExam.com Also, be sure to check out Dr. Rosenblum's children's book: Welwyn Ardsley and the Cosmic Ninjas: Preparing your child and yourself for anesthesia and surgery. Available at Amazon.com and www.MyKidsSurgery.com

Learn more at painexam.com

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13. Healthcare IT Today by John Lynn and Colin Hung

The world of technology and healthcare are every changing in new and novel ways. That's why we love healthcare IT so much. Join us as we discuss the latest healthcare and Health IT News meshed together in new ways which help generate ideas and new perspectives. Plus, we'll have a little fun along the way.

Learn more at healthcareittoday.com

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14. HIMSSCast

HIMSSCast is a podcast produced by the HIMSS Media editorial team behind Healthcare IT News, MobiHealthNews, and Healthcare Finance News. In each episode, host Kat Jercich is joined by editors from one or more of the brands and/or special guests from around the health tech industry to discuss major news stories or trends in the space. The aim of the show is to add depth, analysis, and color to our ongoing coverage of the digital health, health tech, and healthcare finance realms, as well as to facilitate lively conversations about hot health tech topics. HIMSSCast is a member of the Health Podcast Network.

Learn more at himssmedia.com

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15. The Big Unlock by Paddy Padmanabhan

Stay up to date on current trends in healthcare's digital transformation with The Big Unlock podcast. Featuring C-suite executives from the healthcare and technology sectors, podcast host Paddy Padmanabhan discusses how they are driving digital health innovation and leveraging emerging healthcare technologies to create improved patient experiences.

Learn more at thebigunlock.com

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16. Digital Health Unfiltered

Technology is transforming healthcare - and it's up to us to implement the change. Tune in weekly to hear our insights from the front lines of digital health.

Learn more at touchpoint.health

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There you have it... 16 best telehealth podcasts on the internet right now.

Subscribe to the ones that interest you, and send us an email at support@bcast.fm if you know of any awesome telehealth podcasts that we've missed!

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The 16 Best Telehealth Podcasts Worth Checking Out

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Here are the 16 best telehealth podcasts to give listening ears to.