Whole Health Integration: An Executive's Vision at CalOptima Health

In this insightful interview, Carmen Katsarov shares her experience as a social worker and licensed clinician, discussing CalOptima Health's innovative approach to behavioral health integration. Learn how Orange County's largest health plan is breaking down silos between mental health and medical care through strategic partnerships, workforce development, and innovative care models.Katsarov discusses CalOptima's groundbreaking $50 million investment in healthcare workforce development, their partnership with all 29 Orange County school districts, and their implementation of dyadic care models that bring behavioral health specialists directly into primary care settings.This interview offers valuable insights for mental health professionals, healthcare practitioners, community leaders, and anyone interested in the future of integrated healthcare delivery.🔗 Learn more about our interview series: www.tntopenmindinsights.org Subscribe to TNT Open Mind Insights - Mental Health Interview Series on Soundwise