6th Edition of World Nursing Science Conference 2026

Speakers - WNSC2025

Jennifer Lehto

  • Designation: Peak Wellness Psychiatry
  • Country: USA
  • Title: Utilizing Worldwide Data to Provide a Greater Holistic Evidence Based Approach to Psychiatric Care

Abstract

Traditional Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) programs offer a high quality western education that prepares students to work in a variety of settings once they graduate.

PMHNPs are prepared to work in chemical dependency programs, in correctional facilities, school-based settings, as well as inpatient and outpatient settings. However, there is a distinct lack of internationalization in our nursing education, much like there is in physicians’ medical education, which is preventing us from offering our patients truly holistic care that honors their cultural values. It is a barrier to excellence and our diverse population of patients deserve better.

The topic of this presentation is to explore why providers in the United States appear to focus on local research and how, as a result, this limits their knowledge base and ability to meet their patient’s needs. We will also discuss some data from other countries as it pertains to the area of psychiatric medicine, and how to incorporate this into your practice.