Current status of general hospital psychiatry without bed

Abstract

Current status of general hospital psychiatry without bed is reported. In May 2013, the number of hospital without bed for psychiatry holding full-time psychiatrists is 260. The number increased a little compared to 2008-2009. The increase may be due to the involvement of palliative care and psycho-oncology. 60% of 260 hospitals hold only one doctor. Clinical psychologists are employed by 50% of those hospitals. 66% of those hospitals have palliative care teams. Doctors who work in general hospital psychiatry without bed should design their own job in terms of diversity and sustainability.