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Lisa Palko, PharmD

Executive Director
Society for Digital Mental Health
Mars, Pennsylvania

Lisa Palko, PharmD is the Executive Director of the Society for Digital Mental Health and serves as a Senior Medical Advisor for Health Systems Innovation and OPEN MINDS. Dr Palko earned her PharmD from the University of Pittsburgh with a specialization in psychiatry and is a passionate advocate for mental health and technology-driven solutions. Dedicated to revolutionizing mental healthcare through digital innovation, her experience in the pharma industry includes serving as the Vice President of Medical Affairs at Akili Interactive, and as a Medical Director for Otsuka Digital Health. With more than two decades working in mental digital health/medicine organizations, she has been invited to advise on several pre-market applications and was instrumental in the development of a military population health tool. She was asked to participate in several speaking engagements demonstrating the use of technology to support the opioid crisis. Dr Palko is committed to bridging the gap between mental health needs and accessible, effective solutions. She has previously worked at UPMC Health Plan and Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (UPMC). Her experience has resulted in the cultivation of a unique skill set essential for navigating the intersection of mental health and technology.

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