Pediatrics Exercise Group-: A Non-Pharmacologic Approach to Improve Depressive and Anxiety Symptoms
Name:
Dr. Jeena Kar
Email
Jeena.kar5@ufl.edu
Phone
(407) 739-5104
Faculty Department/Division
Psychiatry
This project is primarily:
CQI
Research Project Description:
This is a Lifestyle Psychiatry project. We are implementing an exercise group (virtual) for pediatric patients and tracking depression and anxiety outcomes following in addition of movement/exercise in addition to pharmacotherapy. This is offered free of charge to patients. Responsibilities will include tracking data, disseminating information to patients, attending meetings about methodology of project as we discuss a possible switch from QIPR (quality improvement project) to IRB if we expand to further research, brainstorming ways to increase patient access and motivation for participation, help with literature review and writeup of data, and possible presentation at local conferences (Gainesville, Orlando) on preliminary data and design. If participant cannot travel, they can help with creation and preparation of the presentation.
Does this project have an international component or travel?
No
Wellbeing Among Medical Trainees in Florida
Name:
Dr. Lisa Merlo
Email
lmerlo@ufl.edu
Phone
(352) 294-4932
Faculty Department/Division
Psychiatry
This project is primarily:
Translational
Research Project Description:
Clinician wellbeing is a key contributor to both professional fulfillment and quality of patient care. However, medical training is aperiod marked by high rates of burnout and psychological distress. In order to better understand factors currently affectingwellbeing among medical trainees (i.e., medical students, PA students, and resident physicians) in the State of Florida, this projectsurveyed trainees across the 10 medical schools in the state.
Survey items assessed mental and emotional wellbeing, burnout, stress, exposure to harassment/discrimination/bullying, copingstrategies, substance use, institutional supports, etc. The MSRP student(s) will assist with analysis of the survey findings, and willcontribute to preparation of abstracts for conference presentation. It is expected that the student(s) will have the opportunity forauthorship on a peer-reviewed scientific publication.
Does this project have an international component or travel?
No