

Psychiatry Boot Camp
Mark Mullen, MD
Your clear, practical introduction to the field of psychiatry. Each episode features a leading expert unpacking complex topics like suicide risk, schizophrenia, catatonia, and childhood anxiety. Originally created as a crash course for new doctors, Psychiatry Boot Camp has grown into essential listening for professionals preparing for residency, advancing their careers, or sharpening their clinical decision-making.
Hosted by psychiatrist and educator Dr. Mark Mullen, the program delivers expert insight and practical teaching opportunities. Thanks to the participation of our incredible audience, the PBC team is proud to provide a trusted resource for students, clinicians, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of psychiatry in practice.
To Learn More Visit www.psychiatrybootcamp.com
Got a Question? Email mark@psychiatrybootcamp.com
Hosted by psychiatrist and educator Dr. Mark Mullen, the program delivers expert insight and practical teaching opportunities. Thanks to the participation of our incredible audience, the PBC team is proud to provide a trusted resource for students, clinicians, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of psychiatry in practice.
To Learn More Visit www.psychiatrybootcamp.com
Got a Question? Email mark@psychiatrybootcamp.com
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Mar 13, 2023 • 38min
1.6 Case Formulation
Dr. Jyotsna Ranga, Program Director for the Adult Psychiatry Residency and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Creighton University, teaches how to construct case formulations using the biopsychosocial model and the "five Ps."SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS:SimplePractice.com/bootcamp (Now with AI documentation! Exclusive 7 day free trial and 70% off four months)Oasis Psychiatry Conferences (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for additional 10% savings)Beat the Boards (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for addition 10% savings)CME to Go (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for addition 10% savings)
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Mar 6, 2023 • 1h 26min
1.5 Management of Acute Agitation
Dr. Tony Thrasher, an expert in emergency psychiatry, shares insights from his extensive experience managing agitated patients. He discusses crucial verbal de-escalation techniques and compassionate care practices that improve patient outcomes. Key topics include the importance of understanding agitation as a medical emergency, the complexities of treating patients with substance use disorders, and the delicate balance between autonomy and necessary intervention. Thrasher emphasizes the merging of common sense with medical knowledge to enhance psychiatric care.

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Feb 27, 2023 • 1h 48min
1.4 Suicide Risk Assessment
Dr. Tyler Black, a child and adolescent psychiatrist from the University of British Columbia, dives into the intricate world of suicide risk assessment. He dispels common myths and emphasizes the art of building rapport during assessments, particularly in emergency settings. Black explores the diverse motivations behind suicidal thoughts, advocating for personalized care. He also discusses the complexities of risk evaluations and the balance between patient autonomy and safety, highlighting the importance of proper documentation and empathetic communication in psychiatric practice.

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Feb 20, 2023 • 54min
1.3 Mental Status Examination
Dr. Rajesh Tampi, Editor-in-Chief of the World Journal of Psychiatry, Past President of the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, and Chairman of Psychiatry at Creighton University, walks us through the mental status examination.SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS:SimplePractice.com/bootcamp (Now with AI documentation! Exclusive 7 day free trial and 70% off four months)Oasis Psychiatry Conferences (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for additional 10% savings)Beat the Boards (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for addition 10% savings)CME to Go (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for addition 10% savings)
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Feb 16, 2023 • 1h 21min
1.2 Clinical Interviewing
Dr. Dana Raml, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, walks through interviewing do's and don'ts, techniques for building a therapeutic alliance, and teaches us how to ask for and organize the information gleaned during an initial psychiatric encounter.SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS:SimplePractice.com/bootcamp (Now with AI documentation! Exclusive 7 day free trial and 70% off four months)Oasis Psychiatry Conferences (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for additional 10% savings)Beat the Boards (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for addition 10% savings)CME to Go (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for addition 10% savings)
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Feb 15, 2023 • 1h 10min
1.1 The DSM and Critical Psychiatry
Dr. Allen Frances, Chair of the DSM-4 Task Force and Chair Emeritus at Duke, discusses our profession's identity and provides pearls for developing psychiatrists. Dr. Awais Aftab, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Case Western University, discusses the validity of the DSM and psychiatric harm. More from Dr. Frances: https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/advice-young-psychiatrists-very-old-oneSUPPORT OUR PARTNERS:SimplePractice.com/bootcamp (Now with AI documentation! Exclusive 7 day free trial and 70% off four months)Oasis Psychiatry Conferences (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for additional 10% savings)Beat the Boards (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for addition 10% savings)CME to Go (enter code BOOTCAMP at checkout for addition 10% savings)
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Feb 14, 2023 • 4min
Welcome to Boot Camp
An introduction to Psychiatry Boot Camp Season 1!Support our partners:Simplepractice.com/bootcampBeat The Boards (enter referral code BOOTCAMP at checkout)
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