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Centered around the theme “Empowering the Psychiatric Workforce: Taking Control of Our Practices One Step at a Time,” this year’s Annual Meeting will feature a new biological psychiatry hub, an entire track dedicated to C-L psychiatry, a plethora of technology-focused content, and more. Advance registration is still available.
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Join the APA Foundation at historic San Francisco City Hall on Monday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. PT for an unforgettable evening of dancing, dining, and fun—all while helping the Foundation continue its mission of creating a mentally healthy nation for all.
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Elevate your Annual Meeting experience with one (or more) of APA’s four-hour paid courses or eight-hour paid master courses. Taught by leaders in the psychiatric field, these courses will equip you with the practical skills needed to meet the challenges of daily practice.
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As part of a new recovery initiative, the Trump administration will allow states to use federal foster care prevention funds to partially cover the cost of medications for opioid use disorder. Is this a big win for preventing family separation—or an inefficient end-around to mitigate forthcoming Medicaid cuts?
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New for 2026—your membership now includes free access to an additional psychiatric journal of your choice: Psychiatric Services or the American Journal of Psychotherapy. Don’t fret. Just renew your membership by March 31 to keep your benefits and resources active through 2026.
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Join APA tomorrow, February 19, at 7 p.m. ET for the “Looking Beyond” webinar: “AI and the Future of Psychiatric Assessment: A Focus on Equity.” This webinar is the second of a four-part series that will explore the ethical, clinical, and equity implications of emerging digital technologies.
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The ballots have been counted, and APA members have selected Rahn Bailey, M.D., as the organization’s 2026-2027 president-elect—subject to final approval by the Board of Trustees. Bailey and other newly elected board members will take office at the end of the 2026 Annual Meeting.
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Looking to take the next step in your career? Post a resume, set up job alerts, and find positions tailored just for you on APA JobCentral. Current openings include a chief medical officer at Western State Hospital in Virginia and full- and part-time remote psychiatrist positions with Talkiatry.
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