With approximately 450+ sessions, the 2025 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles covers the full range of psychiatry and mental health. View session tracks below:

• Clinical Updates
• Community Psychiatry Hub
• Early Career Psychiatrists
• Ethics
• Humanities
• International Medical Graduates (IMG)
• International Medical Graduates (IMG) II
• Lifestyle Psychiatry
• NIDA Research
• Residents, Fellows and Medical Students
• Technology

Clinical Updates

This track features 18 expert-led sessions that deliver practical training for everyday clinical challenges. Attendees will gain actionable insights with each session providing clear, applicable knowledge tailored to immediately enhance their practice. Learn more here.

Community Psychiatry Hub

The Community Psychiatry Hub is a dedicated space designed to foster collaboration, learning, and innovation in community psychiatry. Over the course of five days, attendees can engage in interactive sessions, thought-provoking poster presentations, and valuable networking opportunities that highlight cutting-edge approaches in the field. Learn more here.

Early Career Psychiatrists

This track is specifically designed for early career psychiatrists who are navigating the initial years of their practice. Sessions will focus on practical aspects such as building a patient base, understanding the business side of practice, and advanced clinical training. Additionally, it will offer guidance on career development opportunities, mentorship, and how to balance work-life dynamics in the demanding field of psychiatry. This track aims to equip new psychiatrists with the tools and knowledge needed to establish a successful and fulfilling career.

Ethics

This track focuses on the ethical challenges and dilemmas faced in psychiatric practice today. From confidentiality issues to ethical decision-making in treatment options, these sessions provide crucial guidance on navigating the complexities of mental health ethics.

Humanities

Explore the intersection of psychiatry and the humanities in this enlightening track. Sessions will delve into how art, literature, and history influence mental health understanding and practice, providing a deeper cultural context that enriches patient care and practitioner insight.

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Tailored to address the unique challenges faced by IMGs in the mental health field, this track equips international medical graduates with specialized tools and strategies to navigate their specific needs and enhance their career trajectory in the mental health workforce.

International Medical Graduates (IMG) II

This track delves deeper into the advanced challenges and opportunities that face IMGs as they progress in their careers. Focused sessions offer insights into licensure pathways, cultural competency, and building professional networks within the psychiatric community.

Lifestyle Psychiatry

Dedicated to exploring the role of lifestyle factors in mental health, this track covers the integration of diet, exercise, and stress management into psychiatric practice. Learn from experts how lifestyle interventions can be used to enhance patient outcomes and practitioner well-being.

NIDA Research

Stay informed on the cutting-edge research and policy updates from NIDA affecting both state and federal levels. This track offers in-depth analysis and discussions on the latest findings in addiction research and their implications for clinical practice.

Residents, Fellows and Medical Students

Specifically designed for residents, fellows, and medical students, this track offers a specialized agenda that spans all five days of the meeting. The sessions cover essential topics from navigating residency applications and engaging with the APA to strategies for enhancing your CV and kick-starting your medical career.

Technology

As psychiatry continues to integrate technology, this track explores the evolution beyond telehealth, focusing on patient privacy, the use of artificial intelligence, and virtual reality therapies. Discover how to leverage these advanced tools effectively while maintaining the highest standards of care and confidentiality in your practice.