title: The evolving role of the division psychiatrist.
abstract: With the recent restructuring of Army infantry divisions in the new brigade combat team model, division psychiatrists are facing new and unique demands. This article outlines the varying perspectives of the position and the duties and responsibilities of a division psychiatrist. It provides guidance on how to negotiate the myriad of challenges unique to the position. Discussion includes planning and supervision, providing command consultation, educational efforts, fulfilling the roles of an officer and leader, and future directions for the position.
authors.affiliation: Division Psychiatrist, Third Infantry Division, Building 1, Fort Stewart, GA 31314, USA.
authors.forename: Christopher H
authors.initials: CH
authors.lastname: Warner
authors.forename: George N
authors.initials: GN
authors.lastname: Appenzeller
authors.forename: Matthew J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Barry
authors.forename: Anthony
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Morton
authors.forename: Thomas
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Grieger
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D006801:Humans; D007857:Leadership; D008605:Mental Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D008887:Military Medicine / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration; D008486:Physician Executives / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010819:Physician's Role; D011570:Psychiatry; D014481:United States; D014857:Warfare; D000078329:Workforce