Dr David Carmody on a Career as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

In this episode of CCIM, host Dr Elise Putt speaks with Dr David Carmody, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, to discuss his clinical work, the challenges of managing a growing business, and the impact of telehealth on psychiatry. David shares his schedule, which includes clinical work, and working at the Child Protection Service. He shares how he overcame funding and people challenges to build a large high performing clinical team.The conversation then delves into the assessment and treatment of ADHD, highlighting the difficulties clients face in finding suitable assessments and the need for a more consistent approach among clinicians. David also discusses the goal of providing certainty for patients regarding assessment timelines and treatment processes.David expresses his passion for his clinical work and the fulfilment he finds in learning from the families and young people he works with. He also explains how his involvement in growing his business has provided a nice balance between a systems view and focusing on individual patients.The episode explores the increasing use of telehealth for psychiatric referrals, including the challenges and opportunities it presents. David discusses the role of contractors and employees in telehealth and the benefits it offers for individuals with trauma.David also shares his experience in setting up a telepsychiatry business and the enjoyment he found in the process. He encourages listeners to be proactive in their ideas, seek feedback, and take the initiative to bring them to life.In the latter part of the episode, Elise and David discuss the growth of Call to Mind, his telehealth platform, and the partnership with Someone Health, a telepsychology group. Together, they aim to expand their offerings and bring together care teams regardless of geography.To get more CCIM, subscribe so you never miss an episode, join our Facebook community, and subscribe to our newsletter!Website: https://creativecareersinmedicine.com/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CreativeCareersInMed/The CCIM Podcast is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network - the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialization. Learn more at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network.