Dr. Valerie Arnold (MEMPHIS), and Dr. Michelle Cochran (NASHVILLE) represented Tennessee Psychiatric Association during the American Psychiatric Association Assembly meeting on November 1-3, 2024 in Chantilly, VA. Two Action papers written by Dr. Cochran and other psychiatrists in Area 5 (the APA division which includes Tennessee) were passed and will lead to action by the
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The Day After Half of the population’s favored candidate didn’t win. Today and for the next several months, half of our country is going to be reeling from the election results and the potential aftermath of the election may promote feelings of fear, confusion, disappointment, grief, helplessness, anxiety, anger, guilt and even diminished confidence in
FDA reports on Clozapine REMS An FDA (Food and Drug Administration) committee voted yesterday against Clozapine Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) monitoring program after hearing from physicians and other clinicians, patients, and caregivers who said access to this effective schizophrenia medication was full of unnecessary steps. “The REMS program, while well-intentioned and -designed, does
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We received a post that we thought warranted reposting which was called “Joint Statement on Federal Concerns About Psychotropic Medication Safety.” We think it is very relevant given that in TN, some legislators are trying to advance a Bill that would allow Psychologists to prescribe medications. Per the posting by the American Psychiatric Association
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Safe Prescribing in Tennessee Tennessee Psychiatric Association NEEDS YOUR HELP to protect our medical profession and voice your opinion to OPPOSE the psychologist’s prescribing bill, HB 996 / SB 911 (sponsored by Rep. B Martin & Sen. F. Haile) This bill is scheduled to be heard by HOUSE and SENATE Health Subcommittees (Date: 3/26 at NOON) Members
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A Better Solution to our mental health problems TN legislators are proposing to take non-medically trained individuals and turn them into prescribers. The solution to our problems is NOT poorly trained prescribers. Psychologists prescribing has not changed access nor suicide rates in any of the seven states where it is allowed. Some states even have
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Insurance Down-coding: Blue Cross Blue Shield of TN (BCBS TN) BCBSTN notes on their website that, “Tennessee is home sweet home to you, your patients and us. We’re a mission-driven, not-for-profit focused on helping you serve BlueCross members,” but don’t be fooled. According to Tax returns on Pro-Publica BCBS of TN listed assets of $1,126,787,082 Billion,
The TPA held the first of several social events to network with members, potential members, and other medical colleagues who may be interested in collaborative care relationships with a psychiatrists. Dr. Ron Cowan, our VP, hosted the event in his home for just under 30 colleagues who braved the flash storm in Memphis on
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Navigating Mental Health services in Tennessee Q1: How do I access services near me? In Tennessee, accessing care starts with identifying licensed physicians or other clinicians in your area. Start by searching online, look for physician-owned and/or operated local services; use online directories that list professionals offering diverse services, including both in-person and telehealth consultations. Q2:
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Hurricane Helene dumped record levels of water this past weekend in the Southeast. Eastern Tennessee and North Carolina Residents have suffered so much loss: life, home, electricity, telephone service, and in some case access via roadways. State and Federal Assistance has been deployed but individuals will experience trauma for days, weeks, months, and, for some,
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