Upstate Mental Health REACH Initiative

02/02/2026

Great news! 🌱
The Upstate Mental Health REACH Spring Cycle is starting soon, and we can't wait to have you join us!🧠
Keep an eye out for more details coming your way shortly. We're looking forward to seeing you there!

Learn more about the program here:

Upstate Mental Health REACH Initiative is an educational activity founded by the Department of Psychiatry in 2022 and funded by the Patrick Lee Foundation and the Mother Cabrini Foundation. REACH Initiative aims to increase the competencies of primary care providers in diagnosing and treating menta....

12/01/2025

🚀 Our last ECHO session of 2025 is happening this Wednesday, December 3rd, at 12 PM! This session will feature Dr. Raveena Gill discussing Cannabis Use Disorder in primary care practice.

We sincerely thank all of our participants for your engagement throughout this fall’s REACH educational cycle.

A special thank you to the Mother Cabrini Foundation and the Julia E. Oyer Addiction Education Fund, managed by the Upstate Foundation, for their generous support in making this program possible. 🤝🌟

Project ECHO connects specialists with primary care providers via telehealth to improve care in underserved areas. We are excited to continue this important work in the coming year!

See you on Wednesday! Click the link below to join👇
https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

11/17/2025

📅 Mark your calendars for the next ECHO session on Wednesday, November 19th 🕛 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM via Zoom!

🎤 Our speakers, Linda Lazzari and Joe Ridgway from NAMI Syracuse, will cover the vital role NAMI plays in our community, including education, services, and advocacy. They will also talk about recognizing mental health symptoms in everyday practice, accessing helpful resources, and highlight the classes and support groups available for families and individuals.

💡 This session offers 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit, and Upstate social workers can earn SW credits too!

💻 Click here to join: https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

11/11/2025

REACH ECHO coming up! We invite you to join us tomorrow, Wednesday, November 12 at 12 PM for an insightful webinar led by Dr. Raveena Gill on SUD: Medical Emergencies. 🩺💡

Led by an expert in the field, this session is designed to equip New York State healthcare professionals with essential knowledge to effectively manage emergencies related to substance use disorder.

Enhance your skills and understanding to better support individuals in crisis. Don’t miss this valuable learning opportunity!

See you Wednesday: 👉 https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

11/04/2025

🧠 Attention Primary Care Providers!
Join us for a virtual learning session designed just for NYS providers — “A Practical Approach to ADHD,” led by expert Dr. Prashant Kaul.

📅 When: Wednesday, November 5 at 12 PM EST
💻 Where: Online — Join here: https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

Gain practical tools, enhance your clinical skills, and improve patient care outcomes.
Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow! 🌟

10/27/2025

📢 Mark your calendars!

Join us on Wednesday, October 29th at 12 PM via Zoom for an important session on Substance Use Disorders in the Perinatal Population. 🩺✨ Led by Dr. Nevena Radonjić and Dr. Tolani Ajagbe, we’ll explore key insights into the challenges faced by mothers and discuss effective strategies to support them.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and connect!

🔗 Join the session here: https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

10/21/2025

Happening Tomorrow! 📢
Get ready for an insightful session with Dr. Ajagbe as we dive into the use of medication for Opioid Use Disorder in primary care.

This professional discussion is a valuable opportunity for NYS healthcare providers to strengthen their approach to treating patients with substance use challenges.

🗓 Tomorrow – Wednesday, October 22
🕛 12:00 PM EST
📍 Join us via the link below

We encourage all interested practitioners to attend — let’s grow and learn together!

👉 https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

10/14/2025

🚨 Don't forget! Tomorrow, October 15th at 12 PM ET, join us for an important session with Theresa Baxter, MS FNP-BC CARN-AP. She’ll be sharing insights on Understanding the Medical Side of SUDs: Assessment Strategies. It’s a great chance for NYS providers to learn practical approaches and better support patients with substance use disorders. Make sure to tune in!

Join the session below:
https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

10/06/2025

📅 Save the date! Join us this Wednesday, October 8th at 12 PM ET for an insightful session on effective psychotherapeutic approaches to treating Substance Use Disorders (SUDs). Led by Thomas Ringwood, NP — a highly regarded expert in addiction and pain medicine — this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Designed specifically for NYS primary care providers, this session will help you build vital skills, increase your confidence, and improve outcomes for your patients. Whether you're a clinician, therapist, or healthcare professional, you'll gain practical knowledge to make a real impact.

Don’t miss out — see you then via Zoom:
https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

09/23/2025

🚨 Attention NYS providers! 🚨
Join us tomorrow, September 24th at 12 PM ET for an important ECHO session with Dr. Zsuzsa Meszaros, focusing on strategies for effective smoking cessation. 💡

Enhance your skills and better support your patients in their journey to quit smoking.

🔗 Click here to join: https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

09/16/2025

🌟 We're excited to kick off the fall ECHO series! Join us for our first virtual session tomorrow, September 17th at 12 PM ET, featuring Dr. Thomas Schwartz. He’ll be sharing important insights on understanding the addicted brain — a must-attend for NYS providers looking to enhance their knowledge and improve patient care.

Mark your calendar and don’t miss out! 🧠

Click below to join:
https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

09/13/2025

🙏 HUGE thank you to all our wonderful participants! Your enthusiasm and dedication made this workshop truly special. We appreciate your commitment to advancing mental health care in our community. Looking forward to continuing this journey together!