Dr. Hogan Shy will present a review of mental health within primary care, examining the current state of mental health in the general population and emphasizing the importance of addressing these issues. He will explore the role of primary care physicians in identifying, managing, and supporting patients with mental health concerns, while acknowledging the limitations they face in providing specialized treatment. Finally, he will outline practical goals and strategies to optimize mental health care delivery within the primary care setting, aiming to improve patient outcomes and overall well-being.
Dr. Shy, a native of Cupertino, earned his degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from UC Berkeley with honors, followed by medical school at UC Davis and an Internal Medicine residency at Oregon Health Sciences University. He practiced at Kaiser Permanente for 12 years, developing a deep commitment to long-term patient care, before transitioning to private practice to spend more time with each patient. Dr. Shy has also served underserved communities, including Elmwood Correctional Facility in Milpitas and the Washington Clinic in Downtown San Jose. He currently practices general internal medicine at Sutter Health Los Gatos.
