Learning Objectives
- Discuss the burden of perinatal mental illness
- Review principles of care
- Review SSRIs in pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Review insomnia management in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Saira Kalia, MD
Dr. Saira Kalia is a perinatal psychiatrist and educator, and has held various administrative roles at Banner University Medical Center, the College of Medicine, and within the Department of Psychiatry. These leadership roles include serving as Medical Director for outpatient psychiatry and as the Associate Program Director for the adult psychiatry residency program. She launched the department’s perinatal psychiatry clinical service and training track, and is in the process of expanding our services. Dr. Kalia is well regarded in the Tucson community and has earned numerous accolades for her role as an educator and for her patient-centered care.
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