Training Program for Healthcare Providers

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Carilion Clinic

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial aims to gather feedback on a new training program for mental health providers, focusing on Measurement-Based Care (MBC). MBC involves using regular measurements to guide treatment decisions and enhance patient care. The trial seeks mental health providers from Carilion Clinic to participate. Participants will complete the MBC training and provide feedback on its effectiveness. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity for providers to contribute to the development of innovative mental health care practices.

Do I need to stop taking my current medications for this trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What prior data suggests that this training program is safe for healthcare providers?

Research has shown that Measurement-Based Care (MBC) is a common method in mental health treatment. MBC involves regularly checking a patient's symptoms and progress using standard tools, which helps doctors make better treatment decisions.

Studies have found that MBC is safe for patients because it focuses on monitoring mental health symptoms and adjusting care based on these checks. It does not involve any medications or invasive procedures, so the risks remain very low. MBC primarily aims to improve communication between patients and doctors to achieve better results.

Overall, no reports of negative effects from using MBC itself exist, making it a well-accepted approach in mental health care. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

Researchers are excited about the Measurement-Based Care (MBC) training for healthcare providers because it introduces a structured approach to mental health treatment that uses regular assessments and data-driven decisions. Unlike traditional methods where treatment adjustments might rely heavily on subjective clinician judgment, MBC leverages measurable outcomes to guide care. This could potentially lead to more personalized and effective treatment plans, ensuring patients receive the most appropriate interventions based on their progress and needs. This systematic approach aims to enhance the quality of care, improve patient outcomes, and provide a more objective basis for treatment decisions in mental health settings.

What evidence suggests that this training program is effective for healthcare providers?

Research has shown that Measurement-Based Care (MBC) can greatly improve mental health treatment outcomes. MBC involves regularly assessing patients' feelings and progress to better tailor their treatments. Studies have found that this method helps doctors adjust treatments sooner and monitor patient progress more closely, resulting in better mental health outcomes. Despite its effectiveness, MBC remains underutilized, making training programs like the one in this trial crucial for spreading its benefits. ^{1 2 3 6 7}

Who Is on the Research Team?

Robert L Trestman, PHD, MD

Principal Investigator

Carilion Clinic

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This clinical trial is for mental health providers who are part of the Carilion Clinic. There are no specific exclusion criteria, so all such providers can participate to provide feedback on a new training program.

Inclusion Criteria

Mental health providers in Carilion Clinic

Exclusion Criteria

Not applicable.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Training

Mental health providers complete Measurement-Based Care (MBC) training

1 year

Ongoing training sessions

Feedback and Evaluation

Feedback is collected through surveys to assess the training program's effectiveness and clinician attitudes

1 year

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for feedback on the training program and its implementation

4 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Measurement-Based Care (MBC) Training

Trial Overview The study is evaluating a new Measurement-Based Care (MBC) provider training program designed for mental health professionals. The goal is to gather input on the effectiveness and usability of this standardized training.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Clinician Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Mental health providers at Carilion Clinic completed Measurement-Base Care (MBC) training

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Carilion Clinic

Lead Sponsor

Trials

85

Recruited

15,400+

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Collaborator

Trials

162

Recruited

26,900+

Citations

1. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6584602/

Implementing Measurement-Based Care in Behavioral Health Measurement-based care (MBC) is the systematic evaluation of patient symptoms before or during an encounter to inform behavioral health treatment.

2. apaservices.org apaservices.org/practice/measurement-based-care

Measurement-based care - APA Services Measurement-based care (MBC) describes the evidence-based practice of using systematic and routine assessment of the patient's perspective.

3. ncqa.org ncqa.org/blog/measurement-based-care-in-behavioral-health-lets-keep-moving-forward/

Measurement-Based Care in Behavioral Health: Let's Keep ... Measurement-based care is a collaborative effort that empowers patients to make progress toward their goals and achieve better outcomes.

4. woebothealth.com woebothealth.com/measurement-based-care-the-highly-effective-practice-that-few-are-using/

Measurement-Based Care: Highly Effective, But Few ... The benefits: Measurement-based care helps clinicians evaluate the effectiveness of treatment earlier in the process, allows patients to see their progress ...

5. apa.org apa.org/monitor/2023/06/measurement-based-care-patients-treatment

Measurement-based care is giving psychologists and their ... “Currently in the field we measure training effectiveness by how many students pass exams, graduate, or get a job,” he said. “All of those ...

6. naadac.org naadac.org/measurement-based-care-webinar

Measurement Based Care: An Essential Component of ... Measurement Based Care (MBC) is rapidly emerging as an essential component of care, treatment and services in the provision of behavioral healthcare.

7. translationalsciencebenefits.wustl.edu translationalsciencebenefits.wustl.edu/case-study/psychiatric-measurement-based-care-in-safety-net-clinical-settings-implications-for-health-equity/

Psychiatric Measurement-Based Care (MBC) in Safety Net ... Measurement-Based Care (MBC) is a way of measuring mental health symptoms, quality of life, and functioning to help patients and providers plan treatment.