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The Evolution of Public Psychiatry Fellowships

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Abstract

Objective

The growth of Public Psychiatry Fellowships (PPFs) has reached a new developmental stage, providing a wide array of academic partnerships and educational opportunities in psychiatric leadership and administration. The authors examine the evolution of these programs and illustrate three distinct models.

Methods

Data from yearly surveys and discussions with PPF directors were used to identify key similarities and areas of divergence as the programs have evolved.

Results

The first period of program expansion took place 8–10 years ago when new programs were modeled on the Columbia PPF, and key elements of that program and the American Association of Community Psychiatrists (AACP) guidelines were incorporated broadly. Examples of multiple source (Columbia), single source (Yale and UCSF), and grant-funded programs (Alabama and UCSD) are presented.

Conclusions

A review of the current status of PPFs reveals a diversity of structures and strategies for success, which can be attributed to the range of their funding sources. The advantages and potential disadvantages of those models are outlined with respect to the educational experience and opportunities for growth and sustainability.

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Disclosure

Support for Dr. Steiner is provided by the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Dr. Mangurian is supported by an NIH/National Institute of Mental Health Career Development Award (1K23MH093689).

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  1. Yale University School of Medicine and The Connecticut Mental Health Center, New Haven, CT, USA

    Jeanne L. Steiner

  2. University of Alabama School of Medicine, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA

    Marisa A. Giggie

  3. University of California, San Diego, CA, USA

    Steve Koh

  4. University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA

    Christina Mangurian

  5. Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and The New York State Psychiatric Institute, New York, NY, USA

    Jules M. Ranz

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Correspondence to Jeanne L. Steiner.

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Steiner, J.L., Giggie, M.A., Koh, S. et al. The Evolution of Public Psychiatry Fellowships. Acad Psychiatry 38, 685–689 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40596-014-0168-x

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