Scaling up DIALOG+in Karachi, Pakistan
In a concerted effort to improve mental healthcare in Karachi, three Dialog+ sessions were recently held across Karachi’s prominent hospitals, conducted by the IRD Team. Commencing on March 8 at the Karachi Psychiatric Hospital, the initiative brought together mental health professionals to engage in conversations about using DIALOG+. Subsequent sessions were held at Lady Dufferin Hospital on April 19 and Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre on April 27th to offer individuals a safe platform to learn about DIALOG+.
Community Engagement Initiative: Forum Theatre at MMM Nursing College, Chennai
Our community engagement initiative, conducted by the mixed arts group at SCARFindia, involved delivering forum theatre performances and workshops at the MMM Nursing College in Chennai. This initiative provided an excellent platform for students to engage in discussions regarding challenges in mental healthcare. Additionally, students had the opportunity to interact with service users and members after the session, fostering a deeper understanding of mental health issues within the community.
Empowering Healthcare Professionals: Scaling Up DIALOG+
In the fast-paced world of healthcare, innovation is key to improving patient care and outcomes. One such innovation making waves is DIALOG+, a platform designed to enhance communication and collaboration among healthcare professionals. As we approach the end of the trial phase, our teams are ramping up efforts to scale up the use of DIALOG+, empowering clinicians through comprehensive training sessions. Recently, the Interactive Development and Research Team in Pakistan took strides in this endeavour by conducting training sessions at Karwan-e-hayat and Karachi Psychiatric Hospital. These sessions were about fostering a deep understanding of its potential and integrating it seamlessly into routine practices.
At the heart of these sessions were meaningful discussions about the continued utilization of DIALOG+ in everyday clinical workflows. The aim was to equip healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to leverage this platform effectively. Through interactive sessions, clinicians explored the various features of DIALOG+ and learned how it could streamline communication, enhance collaboration, and ultimately improve patient care. By streamlining communication processes and reducing administrative burdens, clinicians will devote more time to patient care, enhancing patient and provider satisfaction.
As we continue scaling up DIALOG+, our commitment remains unwavering: to empower healthcare professionals with the tools they need to deliver quality mental healthcare. Through ongoing training and support, we are not just transforming workflows; we are revolutionizing the way healthcare is delivered, one interaction at a time.
Statistical Analysis Plan (SAP) for PIECEs
As we approach the end of this trial, the teams have worked to develop a statistical analysis plan to measure the impact of PIECEs. Read here: Statistical Analysis Plan for PIECEs