More than 53% of adults living with mental health conditions in Oklahoma went untreated last year. Behavioral Health Center at Porter Health Village Hospital Administrator Bill Southwick spoke with the Journal Record about the new facility’s efforts to increase access to safe, high-quality care. Read more here.
The Journal Record: Norman Regional opens new Behavioral Health Center to meet growing need
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Ochsner Lafayette General and Oceans Healthcare today announced the location of the partners’ new behavioral health hospital, Ochsner Behavioral Health Acadiana. The hospital, located at 310 Youngsville Highway, is currently under construction and will include inpatient services for adolescents, adults and geriatric patients, and outpatient treatment options.
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Oceans Healthcare Taps Laura Tarantino as Chief Legal Officer
Oceans Healthcare, a behavioral health provider focused on healing and long-term recovery, today announced the promotion of Laura Tarantino to chief legal officer. Tarantino, a 10-year veteran of the organization, most recently served as executive vice president, general counsel and compliance and privacy officer.
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From lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic to challenges surrounding hiring mental heath professionals, the behavioral health industry has faced several obstacles as the nation’s crisis worsens. In a conversation with Behavioral Health Business, CEO Stuart Archer shares insights into Oceans’ priorities, including successful employee retention initiatives and advocacy efforts, and predicts trends on the horizon in 2025.
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