American Psychiatric Association (APA) 169th Annual Meeting

American Psychiatric Association (APA) 169th Annual Meeting is organized by American Psychiatric Association (APA) and would be held during May 14 - 18, 2016 at Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America.

The Annual Meeting is designed for all mental health professionals and advocates, including practicing, administrative and consultative psychiatrists; psychiatric researchers and educators; residents; and students. APA’s Annual Meeting has something to offer you.

The Scientific Program will feature a variety of innovative sessions and inspiring Courses with tracks focusing on changing the practice and perception of psychiatry. The Annual Meeting is not just a meeting, it is a complete experience of continual growth engaging you to learn from renowned experts, earn credits, build peer relationships, discover ground-breaking technology, and understand new therapies and treatment options.

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) Scientific Program Committee for the Annual Meeting works in collaboration with the Department of Continuing Medical Education to develop quality education programs at the Annual Meeting. One aspect of this effort has been the development of short courses covering a single topic in depth and detail. Attendance is limited to allow participants greater opportunities for active participation.

The APA designates this live activity for a maximum of 40 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

Educational Objectives :
By participating in this meeting, you will :
Describe new research findings in psychiatry and neuroscience and how they may impact practice.
Apply quality improvement strategies to improve clinical care.
Provide culturally competent care for diverse populations.
Describe the utility of psychotherapeutic and pharmacological treatment options.
Integrate knowledge of current psychiatry into discussions with patients.
Identify barriers to care, including health service delivery issues.

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John T. Monahan

Psychology

Jeffrey L. Metzner

Psychiatry

Roy O’Shaughnessy

Psychiatry

Matthew William State

Psychiatry

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Ijeoma Chukwu

MARK HALLER

Lisa Lownsbury

Psychiatry

Wasse Alemayehu

2Tracking

Ijeoma Chukwu

Stephen Connell