Bridging the Gap: Pharmacy's Role in Mental Health

Curious about the pivotal role pharmacists play in mental health care? Tune into Level Up host Ashlee Klevens-Hayes' enlightening conversation with Amy Werremeyer, a board-certified psychiatric pharmacist, tenured professor & chair of pharmacy practice at North Dakota State University, and tireless advocate for people with mental health and substance use disorders. Hear about her inspiring leap from inpatient psychiatry to her current role in a community mental health center, where she is dedicated to not only prescribing but educating patients about their medications and providing realistic expectations and coping tools.The second half of our chat dives into the rising demand for specialty pharmacists in the mental health sector and the opportunities that arise with this shift. Amy enlightens us about the potential of improved medication management and non-pharmacological therapies. Her extensive knowledge and passion make her insights on the future of pharmacy in mental health invaluable. From creating access to improving the quality of care, this episode promises to deliver resources, tips, and personal anecdotes that can educate and inspire. Don't miss out on this exploration of mental health in pharmacy with Amy.To learn more about our Pharmacist by Design membership, click here. For more info on our upcoming live course 'Illuminating the Darkness: Depression Guideline Update', visit ceimpact.com. References: 2023 ASHP ForecastShatterproofAmerican Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists Follow CEimpact on Social Media:LinkedInInstagram