The Psychiatry Service of the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital has developed the ‘Centre of Excellence for Difficult-to-treat Depression and Suicide Prevention’ programme, reaffirming its commitment to the comprehensive care of these disorders due to their functional, social and economic impact, as well as the risk they pose to patients’ lives. This programme combines a personalised approach, the incorporation of innovative technologies and continuous evaluation to optimise therapeutic results.
The main objective of the conference, held on 7 November in the Hall 21 of the hospital, was to disseminate the characteristics of the Difficult to Treat Depression (DDT) and High Resolution Suicide Prevention (CARS) programmes. During the session, the clinical intervention strategies and the results obtained were presented, as well as encouraging debate on the implementation of similar models in other hospitals.
The event featured presentations by leading professionals, such as Dr. Jesús Artal, head of the Psychiatry Service, and Dr. Ana de Santiago, head of the CARS programme, who addressed key issues such as the intensive outpatient management of suicidal behaviour and individualised treatment for resistant depression. They also highlighted advances such as the use of mobile solutions for the intensive monitoring of suicidal risk and the Personal Safety Plan.
The day included round table discussions, debates with attendees and presentations on the relevance of a multidisciplinary approach that integrates clinical, psychological and social factors. The event culminated with a working lunch, encouraging the exchange of ideas among participants.
This meeting, is an example of the ongoing commitment of the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital to innovation in mental health, always seeking to improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
