Phase 1: Diagnosis and Treatment Recommendations

Claimant meets with a psychiatrist virtually and provides a history of their mental health concerns and presenting symptoms. The psychiatrist gathers the necessary information to formulate an informed opinion on the Claimant’s psychiatric diagnosis (if present). The psychiatrist then develops an instructional treatment plan for the Claimant to share with their treating physician. The objective of this stage is to provide the Claimant with an individualized treatment plan with clear instructions for implementing both pharmacological and psychosocial interventions.

Doctor to Doctor Phone Consultation

The psychiatrist’s written report from Phase 1 is shared with the Claimant and their treating physician. The treating physician can then opt to request a phone consultation with the assessing psychiatrist to review the report and discuss practical steps toward implementing the treatment plan. The objective of this stage is to familiarize the treating physician with the pharmacological recommendations outlined in the treatment plan and to provide the treating physician an opportunity to ask practical questions about the implementation of the plan.

Phase 2: Treatment Plan Revision

In this phase, the Claimant and treating physician have implemented the original treatment plan and further input is needed from the assessing psychiatrist to assist with a treatment plan revision.

Phase 3: RTW Fitness for Duty

In this phase, the psychiatrist reviews all documentation gathered throughout the Claimant’s treatment journey to determine if the file supports a successful recovery / treatment progress. If it does, the psychiatrist makes a determination on the Claimant’s fitness to perform the duties of their job and provides practical recommendations for a safe and effective return to work.

Service Request

If you prefer you can download this fillable form and email it to us at rehab@metricsvocational.ca or fax it to us at 1-800-537-7867