Think about it: Psychiatrist shortage affects mental health care in Wisconsin

As the demand for mental health care rises, a shortage of psychiatrists plagues Wisconsin. The shortage particularly affects rural areas of Wisconsin, Michael Peterson, assistant professor and director of hospital psychiatric services at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, said. The wait time for new referrals is long there, and some insurance companies find it … Continue reading Think about it: Psychiatrist shortage affects mental health care in Wisconsin