Psychedelics as Medicine? A Look at Alternative Treatments for Mental Health Conditions
4 MIN READ
Are psychedelics the next “miracle” drug to treat mental health conditions? We will outline the current understanding of psychedelics and where they could possibly fit into treatment in the future.
Examining Social Determinants of Health: The Whole Person Approach
3 MIN READ
In the past five years, terms such as advocacy, engagement, coaching, and even “whole-person approach” have been widely discussed within workers’ compensation — for good reason.
Look for a Broken Spirit, Not Just a Broken Bone: Evaluating Mental Health Needs in Workers' Comp
On-Demand
When someone gets hurt on the job, the workers’ compensation system is often adept at zeroing in on an injury and delivering timely care.
Psycho-Social Stressors and Workers' Compensation
On-Demand
Half of us report “struggling” with life; a third describe their stress level as “extreme.” In this session we’ll review the science and signs of stress, and then discuss different approaches to st
A Team Approach to Building a Better Return-to-Work Program
6 MIN READ
Employers who develop a highly structured return-to-work program have seen significant reductions in the number of lost time days due to workplace injury. In developing and implementing these programs, case managers play a highly important role in ensuring their success. In today’s Inside Workers’ Comp, Judy Meyer, MBA, RN, CCM, AIC, utilization manager for Genex Services, explains how her program works.
Phoenix Rising: Changing Course After Tragedy
1 MIN READ
After a devastating crash, flight paramedic Derek Boehm faced a long road to recovery. Watch how expert case management helped him reclaim his life.
Breaking Down Barriers
2 MIN READ
Mariana Diaz, BA, CPDM, is a bilingual Integrated Disability Case Manager (IDCM) assigned to a major manufacturer of building and remodeling supplies. She employs her cultural expertise in managing her cases and often assists other case managers with communication with Spanish-only speaking employees and families.