Exploring the Impact of ECHO Ontario Integrated Mental and Physical Health on Participants' Approach and Attitude Toward the Care of Patients With Complex Needs.

Objective: To examine how project Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes-Integrated Mental and Physical Health (ECHO-IMPH) influences the attitudes and approaches of primary care providers and other participants towards patients.

Methods: An exploratory qualitative approach was undertaken using semistructured interviews conducted between August 2020 and March 2021. One hundred and sixty-four individuals from two cycles of ECHO-IMPH were invited to participate, and 22 (n = 22) agreed to participate.