Psychiatry UK has started the expansion of its clinical team with the appointment of Dr Joanne Farrow as its new Chief Medical Officer.
The UK’s leading online psychiatry provider is expanding its clinical team to increase their patient capacity.
Farrow will lead the team in the growth and refinement of Psychiatry UK's online services to improve the quality and safety of services.
As the new Chief Medical Officer, Farrow, will also deliver company-wide annual plans and uphold high standards of care.
Farrow is an experienced clinician with expertise in managing services at Director level.
Psychiatry UK has appointed Dr. Joanne Farrow as its new Chief Medical Officer
Further, Farrow has an excellent track record of delivering results and a thorough understanding of good governance in organisations including creating, developing, and leading clinical and management teams.
Prior, Farrow worked as Deputy Medical Director for Hertfordshire Partnership University Foundation Trust.
Nell Montgomery, CEO of Psychiatry UK, said: “We are seeing a nationwide increase for ADHD and other mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatments.”
“Joanne's expertise in psychiatry and mental health will be instrumental in expanding and enhancing our services, ensuring that our patients receive the high-quality support they require,” Montgomery continued.
With an increase in mental health awareness comes the need for prompt, accurate diagnoses followed by appropriate treatment
“Psychiatry UK has always been driven by the best and brightest clinical and non-clinical experts who are passionate about helping to make a difference to people’s lives – Joanne’s expertise and skills align perfectly with our culture. On behalf of the Directors, executive team and shareholders, I am pleased to welcome Joanne Farrow as our new Chief Medical Officer,” Montgomery concluded.
Farrow said: “With an increase in mental health awareness comes the need for prompt, accurate diagnoses followed by appropriate treatment.”
“Our online psychiatric care uses the best consultants and the latest technology including AI to support in delivering care for our patients. We will continue to work to expand our patient base and improve our quality of care. I'm delighted to join such a dedicated team at Psychiatry UK,” Farrow concluded.