Science to practice: making what we know what we actually do.
The perspective of the medical director of a large public mental health agency is provided regarding how to close the gap between what we know and what we do in mental health care. Tools for change, actions required, and key actors are identified. The author believes the moment is propitious for improving care systemically.
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Lloyd I
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NYS Office of Mental Health, 330 Fifth Avenue, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USA. cocolis@omh.state.ny.us
D015897:Comorbidity; D003695:Delivery of Health Care; D055317:Evidence-Based Practice; D019538:Health Care Surveys; D006801:Humans; D008605:Mental Health Services; D012559:Schizophrenia / Q000628:therapy*; D012586:Science