Ksana Health and Children’s Wisconsin announced a groundbreaking collaboration on June 5 aimed at transforming pediatric primary care behavioral health. Approximately 20% of children ages 3-17 experience mental and behavioral health disorders, yet up to 80% of these youth do not receive necessary care. The initiative leverages the fact that 90% of children are seen annually in pediatric primary care settings, positioning these facilities for early identification and treatment of youth mental health challenges.
The partnership introduces Vira by Ksana Health, a cutting-edge digital behavioral health platform employing artificial intelligence to reinforce evidence-based therapeutic principles. The platform uses smart automations to optimize clinical workflows and reduce provider burden, while delivering personalized mobile interventions supporting youth and family health.
Dr. Michael Gaffrey, Craig Yabuki Research Chair and Director of Mental and Behavioral Health Research at Children’s Wisconsin, observed: “We see enormous potential in digital mental health tools to empower clinicians and families with continuous, data-driven behavioral support. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in realizing a sustainable, effective integration of mental health services within pediatric primary care.”
Dr. Nick Allen, CEO of Ksana Health, stated the goal is to “revolutionize pediatric behavioral health by making effective, personalized interventions accessible precisely when youth and families need them.” Children’s Wisconsin, with locations in Milwaukee and Neenah, is recognized among the top pediatric health care centers in the United States by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-24 Best Children’s Hospitals report.
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