Join Erin Bider, MD; Tara Chettiar, MD, PMH-C, FACOG and Erica Hunter, LBSW for a three-part webinar series to discuss perinatal mental health. Perinatal behavioral health conditions, including mental health and substance use disorders, are the most common complication of childbirth, but an estimated 75% of those impacted do not receive treatment. While leading screening and treatment recommendations are robust and reimbursement for screening is available, family medicine physicians and clinicians often do not receive the training and support needed to address perinatal behavioral health concerns in primary care settings.

This can prevent effective implementation of screening, treatment, and referral practices and results in additional barriers for pregnant and postpartum patients seeking access to care.

This CME is free to KAFP members.

AAFP Credit Statement: The AAFP has reviewed Rapid Rounds: Clinical Essentials for Perinatal Mental Health, and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of approval is from 01/06/2026 to 01/20/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Sessions:

Beyond Baby Blues: Screening & Reimbursement
Tuesday, January 6, 12:15 – 1:00 PM
Speakers: Erin Bider, MD and Tara Chettiar, MD, PMH-C, FACOG

When to Report, When to Refer: Clinical and Legal Considerations for Perinatal SUD
Tuesday, January 13, 12:15 – 1:00 PM
Speakers: Erin Bider, MD and Tara Chettiar, MD, PMH-C, FACOG, and Erica Hunter, LBSW

Medications and More: Comprehensive Approaches for Treating Perinatal Mental Health Conditions
Tuesday, January 20, 12:15 – 1:00 PM
Speakers: Erin Bider, MD and Tara Chettiar, MD, PMH-C, FACOG