Jennifer Hughes, Nurse Manager at Northeastern Center, joins Andy St. John on WLKI 100.3 to discuss the launch of on-site laboratory services at their outpatient offices. By offering blood work and medical testing directly within their mental health facilities, Northeastern Center is streamlining the treatment process and improving patient outcomes across Northeastern Indiana.
Hear about:
Medical Screening: Using labs to rule out physical conditions that mimic psychiatric symptoms like delirium or mood shifts.
Medication Safety: The vital role of monitoring A1C and organ function for patients using antipsychotics or mood stabilizers.
Removing Barriers: How on-site services eliminate transportation and anxiety hurdles, leading to higher treatment compliance.
Whole-Person Care: The shift toward an integrated approach that reduces hospitalizations and enhances the client experience.
Learn more at: NEC.org