Practical Tips for the Diagnosis and Management of Depression in Primary Care
Depression is one of the most common clinical diagnoses encountered in the primary care setting. The diagnosis of depression is challenging due to symptom overlap with other conditions and physiologic processes. This lecture reviews the diagnosis and basic management of depression in the primary care setting.
Target Audience
Physicians (MD), Nurse Practitioners (NP), Physician Assistants (PA) who practice in primary care settings
Learning Objectives
Apply available instruments in diagnosing depression in primary care
Select first line pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment for depression in primary care, including monitoring parameters
Evaluate best treatment modalities for individual patients, including holistic management of depression
Available Credit
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
- 1.00 ANCC
- 1.00 Attendance