BTM148 - Dr. Christina Armstrong - VA Office of Connected Care

🎙️ New Episode Alert! This week's Behind the Mission features Dr. Christina Armstrong from the VA's Office of Connected Care, discussing the powerful intersection of technology and mental health care with host Duane France. Here are the highlights from their conversation:

1️⃣ Tech & Mental Health Fusion: Dr. Armstrong shares her journey from clinical psychology to specializing in neuropsychology and integrating technologies like computer adaptive testing, eye-tracking software, and cognitive assessments for mental health evaluation and rehabilitation.
2️⃣ Cutting-Edge Innovations: She discusses her tenure at the Department of Defense's National Center for Telehealth and Technology, exploring groundbreaking developments in mobile app development, telehealth, virtual and augmented reality, AI, big data sensors, wearables, and remote patient monitoring.
3️⃣ Veteran-Centric Tech Solutions: Discover how the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs served as innovation incubators, harnessing technology to cater to the specific needs and preferences of service members and veterans. Dr. Armstrong emphasizes the importance of meeting patients where they are, breaking down barriers to access healthcare, and introducing Virtual Health Resource Centers at every VA medical center.
4️⃣ Telehealth's Evolution: With the onset of COVID-19, telehealth leaped forward exponentially. Dr. Armstrong highlights the pivotal role technology played in ensuring continuity of care during the pandemic and emphasizes the readiness of the VA healthcare system in swiftly transitioning to telehealth services.
Tune in to catch the full conversation with Dr. Armstrong. Learn more about the Office of Connected Care's initiatives, telehealth programs, mobile apps, and resources supporting veterans' healthcare journey. Check out connect2care.va.gov for comprehensive information and access the VA app store at mobile.va.gov to explore a range of evidence-based apps designed to support mental health and overall well-being.
Full Episode: https://psycharmor.org/podcast/christina-armstrong

Learn More: connect2care.va.gov 
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