Anna Ratzliff, MD, PhD is a national expert on Collaborative Care and specifically, on training teams to implement and deliver mental health treatment in primary care settings. Her passion for translating complex research ideas into practical real-world applications began when she received her MD and PhD in Anatomy and Neurobiology as part of the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of California at Irvine.
Dr. Ratzliff is currently a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington where she has developed additional expertise in suicide prevention training, mental health workforce development, adult learning best practices, and mentorship. She is Co-Director of the AIMS Center, Director of the UW Psychiatry Resident Training Program, and Director of the UW Integrated Care Training Program for residents and fellows.