PSYCHIATRY CONSULTATION AND LIAISON ADVANCED CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

PSYCHIAT 947

Interact with and learn from multiple staff at Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI), including forensic psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and occupational therapists. Interact with patients who have been committed to MMHI usually for forensic purposes- the patient has been found not guilty by reason of insanity, they are incompetent to stand trial, and/or their conditional release in the community has been revoked. Opportunity to see patients who have been civilly committed. Rotate with multiple psychiatrists, some of whom are specially trained in forensic psychiatry. Learn more about the forensic/legal system, the structure of medium and maximum security forensic psychiatry units, treatment of refractory psychotic and mood disorders, and the basics of forensic assessments. The student is given as much autonomy as possible with individual supervision and discussion.

COUNPSY 850

Provides an opportunity to understand and practice the process of consultation and to experience how the role of a consulting psychologist differs from other professional roles (i.e., clinician, supervisor, administrator). Includes a review of consultation models and theories for individuals, groups, and organizations, the fundamentals of program development and evaluation, and considerations for working within communities as a consulting psychologist. Additionally, students will begin to explore the role of the clinical supervisor, supervisor development, and models of supervision.

PSYCHIAT 934

Introduction to common psychiatric diagnoses (mood disorders, psychotic disorders and personality disorders) in the hospital setting. Active participation in patient care under the supervision of 2 Inpatient Attending Faculty and 3 Psychiatry Residents. During daily multidisciplinary rounds, present detailed clinical information about new patients. Provide daily updates on assigned patients. Participate in all aspects of patients' care, and conduct in-depth patient interviews. Attend family meetings and play an integral role in obtaining collateral information from family or outside sources. Write daily progress notes. Present a brief topic review at the end of the rotation.

PSYCHIAT 921

Behavioral medicine clinical patient care, under faculty supervision. All members of the department interact with the student who is typically assigned primarily to one member, depending upon the student's interests. Spend time with the Psychiatric Unit nursing staff to learn how the Unit itself is used as a treatment modality.

PSYCHIAT 919

Develop a customized experience with relevant faculty not offered by our already established electives.