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Dean Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, talks with Morgan Shields, MS, PhD, an assistant professor at WashU School of Public Health, about mental health, substance use, and the personal autonomy of those with mental illness. Shields studies the quality and accountability of behavioral health care. Her research focus is on identifying and implementing strategies to improve the use of evidence-based practices, ensuring patient-centered care and promoting equity.
Dean Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, talks with Morgan Shields, MS, PhD, an assistant professor at WashU School of Public Health, about mental health, substance use, and the personal autonomy of those with mental illness.
Shields studies the quality and accountability of behavioral health care. Her research focus is on identifying and implementing strategies to improve the use of evidence-based practices, ensuring patient-centered care and promoting equity.
Video produced by Zachary Linhares/WashU School of Public Health
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