The Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry service at Royal Columbian Hospital provides specialized assessment and treatment for patients experiencing psychiatric symptoms in the context of medical and surgical illness. Residents gain experience managing the complex interactions between physical and mental health, including psychiatric disorders associated with acute and chronic medical conditions, trauma, neurological disease, and surgical interventions.
As Fraser Health’s major trauma and tertiary care centre, Royal Columbian Hospital offers exposure to a wide range of clinical presentations, including delirium, neuropsychiatric complications of head injury and trauma, and the psychiatric aspects of cardiac, neurological, and other medical illnesses. Residents develop expertise in evidence-based assessment and treatment, utilizing psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and interdisciplinary approaches to patient care.
The rotation includes ongoing academic teaching through seminars, case-based learning, clinical discussions, and resident presentations. Residents are also encouraged to contribute to the education of medical students and junior trainees, further developing their teaching and leadership skills.
Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry is offered as a three-month core rotation and is also available as a senior elective. The service functions within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment that provides a rich and supportive educational experience.
Goals and Objectives: UBC Training Objectives – Consult-Liaison Psychiatry
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