The Telepsychiatry Advantage
The Telepsychiatry Advantage is a podcast for clinicians who want a clear, practical understanding of how telepsychiatry actually works. As more care moves online, the show breaks down the real considerations behind it—who it works for, where it doesn’t, how to handle risk, what regulations matter, and how to deliver care effectively through a screen. Each episode focuses on what you need to know to make better decisions and avoid common mistakes in a rapidly changing environment.
Your host is Dr. Edward Kaftarian, the founder of Orbit Health, the longest-running telepsychiatry company in the world. He received his psychiatry training at the renowned Johns Hopkins University and holds board certifications in Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, and Addiction Medicine.
The Telepsychiatry Advantage
How To Create a Professional Telepsychiatry Setup That Builds Patient Trust
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First impressions in telepsychiatry aren’t made when you start speaking—they’re made the moment your video turns on. And for many clinicians, that first impression is working against them.
In this episode of The Telepsychiatry Advantage, Dr. Edward Kaftarian breaks down how your virtual setup shapes patient trust before a single word is spoken. Poor lighting that hides your expressions, camera angles that feel disengaged or even condescending, and audio issues that hurt interpretation—these small mistakes quietly erode rapport and impact the entire session.
This episode walks through how to fix those problems from the jump so your setup supports the interaction instead of undermining it. Dr. Kaftarian shares his best tips and recommendations on camera, lighting, audio, and more!
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