Innovative Mental Health Care: Dr. Karine Igartúa

Dr. Karine Igartúa, psychiatrist-in-chief at the MUHC and co-founder of the McGill University Sexual Identity Centre, speaks with Annie DeMelt. In just 23 minutes, they cover topics ranging from the research that will improve the treatment of mental illnesses and shed light on gender identity questions; innovative programs that reduce hospital stays and promote faster crisis recovery; and the vital importance of lifelong mental health education.

Learn more about the Montreal General Hospital’s Transitional Day Program, art workshops by Les Impatients, the Brief Intervention Unit, the Centre for Precision Psychiatry, the McGill University Sexual Identity Centre and more, with the co-Lead of the MUHC Mental Health Mission.