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

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 Attendance
Registration Opens: 
10/14/2019
Registration Expires: 
10/14/2024
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 Attendance
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