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Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology 2023
Join us at AULANI, A Disney Resort & Spa
for our annual Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology Conference
Please click on the "Venue" tab to see our available room block offerings.
Complex challenges and evolving guidelines are changing the way you care for young psychiatric patients. These areas include new diagnostic criteria, patient-centered care models, new trends in substance abuse, research advances on genetics, and much more. It is more important than ever to find education that not only covers all these topics, but is also innovative, engaging, and empowers you to reach improved outcomes.
That's why it's critical to attend this hands-on, comprehensive conference. It provides psychiatrists, pediatricians, primary care and family practice physicians, nursing professionals, psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals with insights to optimize your assessment, treatment, and management of child and adolescent patients with psychiatric conditions.
- Meet and engage face-to-face with renowned clinician-researchers who share the latest advances in their fields
- Find guidance for complex signs and symptoms such as emotional outbursts, mood swings, and strange eating habits that can be indicative of psychiatric disorders yet can also be part of normal child development
- Translate the latest research into optimal assessment and treatment strategies for anxiety, substance abuse, depression, eating disorders, OCD, psychosis, and much more
Pricing
MDs/Doctoral-Level Professionals
Super Early Bird Registration (on or before January 22, 2023): $795.00
Early Bird Registration (January 23-February 15, 2023): $895.00
Regular Registration (after February 15, 2023): $995.00
Other Professionals or Trainees
Super Early Bird Registration (on or before January 22, 2023): $695.00
Early Bird Registration (January 23-February 15, 2023): $795.00
Regular Registration (after February 15, 2023): $895.00
*New* Virtual Registration
We are now adding a full virtual option to accommodate those who can not attend in person. Full more information and to register, please click the link below.
Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology 2023: Virtual Registration - Click Here
Cancellation Policy
A refund minus a $100.00 administrative fee will be issued for refund requests received by February 16, 2023. No refunds will be issued for refund requests made after February 16, 2023. Payments made may not be applied to future conferences or other educational activities. There are no exceptions to these policies.
***The deeply discounted Super Early Bird Registration rate is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE and will not be refunded under any circumstances.
E-SYLLABUS
We provide all attendees with completely free access to all slide presentations in digital PDF format prior to the conference. This is an environmentally friendly alternative and helps keep costs lower for all attendees. The e-syllabus will be available for 30 days after the conference.
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Target Audience
- Psychiatrists
- Primary care and family practice physicians
- Pediatricians
- Psychologists
- Nursing professionals
- Social workers
- Residents
- Other mental health, primary care and pediatric clinicians
Learning Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the presentation, diagnosis, and current treatment options available for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in childhood and adolescence.
- Discuss the presentation, diagnosis, and current treatment options available for depression, psychosis, bipolar disorder, and anxiety.
- Discuss the available naturopathic treatments for emotional dysregulation in youth, including pros, cons, and available evidence.
- Examine the evidence base for the Pediatric Autoimmune Neurological Disorder Associated with Streptococcus symptoms and its relation to OCD.
- Compare and contrast psychotherapeutic treatment approaches for children including DBT, CBT, and others.
Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology
March 17-19, 2023 | Hawaii Standard Time GMT-10
FRIDAY MARCH 17, 2023
8:00 – 8:10 AM Introduction
David H. Rubin, MD, Timothy E. Wilens, MD & Janet Wozniak, MD
MODULE TOPIC 1: OVERVIEW OF PEDIATRIC PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY
8:10 – 8:30 AM Diagnosis & Assessment in Pediatric Psychopharmacology
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
MODULE TOPIC 2: MOOD DISORDERS
8:30 – 8:50 AM Juvenile Depression
David H. Rubin, MD
8:50 – 9:10 AM Illuminating the Black Box: Antidepressants, Youth and Suicide
David H. Rubin, MD
9:10 – 9:30 AM Electroconvulsive Therapy
David H. Rubin, MD
9:30 – 9:50 AM Juvenile Mania
Janet Wozniak, MD
9:50 – 10:10 AM Differentiating Unipolar vs. Bipolar Mood Disorders in the Young
Janet Wozniak, MD
10:10 – 10:25 AM Break
10:25 – 10:45 AM Distinguishing Emotional Dysregulation from Mania
Janet Wozniak, MD
10:45 – 11:15 AM Question & Answer Panel
Moderator: Timothy E. Wilens, MD
Panelists: Janet Wozniak, MD and David Rubin, MD
MODULE TOPIC 3: MOOD DISORDERS II
11:15 – 11:35 AM Family Genetics of Bipolar Disorder
Janet Wozniak, MD
11:35 – 11:55 AM Schizophrenia & Pharmacological Approaches to Pediatric Mania
Janet Wozniak, MD
11:55 – 12:15 PM Nutraceuticals in Pharmacology
Janet Wozniak, MD
12:15 – 12:45 PM Question & Answer Panel
Moderator & Panelist: Janet Wozniak, MD
12:45 – 1:45 PM Lunch Break
MODULE TOPIC 4: OCD, ANXIETY DISORDERS, TOURETTE’S, PANDAS
1:45 – 2:05 PM Tourette’s Disorder & Tics
Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS
2:05 – 2:25 PM Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS
2:25 – 2:45 PM PANDAS
Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS
2:45 – 3:05 PM Pediatric Anxiety Disorders
Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS
3:05 – 3:35 PM Question & Answer Panel
Moderator: Timothy E. Wilens, MD
Panelist: Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS
3:35 PM Adjourn
SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2023
8:00 – 8:05 AM Introduction
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
MODULE TOPIC 5: ADHD I
8:05 – 8:25 AM ADHD and its Treatment Across the Life Cycle
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
8:25 – 8:45 AM Treatment of ADHD with Stimulants I
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
8:45 – 9:05 AM Treatment of ADHD with Stimulants II
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
9:05 – 9:25 AM Pharmacological Treatment of ADHD Across the Life Span: Nonstimulants
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
9:25 – 9:40 AM Break
9:40 – 10:00 AM ADHD, Tics and Tourette’s Disorder
Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS
10:00 – 10:30 AM Question & Answer Panel
Moderator: Timothy E. Wilens, MD
Panelists: Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS
MODULE TOPIC 6: ADHD II
10:30 – 10:50 AM CBT & Psychosocial Treatments in ADHD
Aude Henin, PhD
10:50 – 11:10 AM ADHD & Education
Aude Henin, PhD
11:10 – 11:30 AM Functional Outcomes in ADHD and the Critical Importance of Treatment to Mitigate Them
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
11:30 – 12:00 PM Question & Answer Panel
Moderator: Timothy E. Wilens, MD
Panelists: Aude Henin, PhD
12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch Break
MODULE TOPIC 7: PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT & INTERVENTION
1:00 – 1:20 PM Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Young Adults: Education & Psychological Testing
Aude Henin, PhD
1:20 – 1:40 PM Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety in Young Children
Aude Henin, PhD
1:40 – 2:00 PM Using Psychological Assessment to Inform Treatment
Aude Henin, PhD
2:00 – 2:20 PM Integrating Resiliency in Everyday Practice
Aude Henin, PhD
2:20 – 2:50 PM Question & Answer Panel
Moderator: Timothy E. Wilens, MD
Panelists: Aude Henin, PhD
2:50 PM Adjourn
SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 2023
8:00 – 8:05 AM Introduction
Janet Wozniak, MD
MODULE TOPIC 8: DIAGNOSIS, UNDERPINNINGS, AND TREATMENT OF AUTISM
8:05 – 8:25 AM Prevalence and Presentation of Autism
Gagan Joshi, MD
8:25 – 8:45 AM Assessment of Autism
Gagan Joshi, MD
8:45 – 9:05 AM Neural Underpinnings of Autism
Gagan Joshi, MD
9:05 – 9:25 AM Pharmacological Treatment of Autism
Janet Wozniak, MD
9:25 – 9:55 AM Question & Answer Panel
Moderator: Janet Wozniak, MD
Panelists: Gagan Joshi, MD
9:55 – 10:10 AM Break
MODULE TOPIC 9: PSYCHOPATHOLOGY ASSOCIATED WITH AUTISM
10:10 – 10:30 AM An Overview
Gagan Joshi, MD
10:30 – 10:50 AM Autism and ADHD
Gagan Joshi, MD
10:50 – 11:10 AM Autism and Bipolar Disorder
Gagan Joshi, MD
11:10 – 11:30 AM Question & Answer Panel
Moderator: Janet Wozniak, MD
Panelists: Gagan Joshi, MD
11:30 AM Adjourn
Join us at AULANI, A Disney Resort & Spa
for our annual Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology Conference
Walt Disney Imagineers worked hand in hand with local artisans and cultural experts to create AULANI, A Disney Resort & Spa. Inspired by the natural wonders and rich traditions of Hawai‘i, Aulani Resort is the ultimate family getaway—celebrating the beauty, history and welcoming spirit of the island.
We are offering our valued attendees a special discounted room rate.
Our apologies, the room block at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa has closed. Please call the hotel at 1(407) 939-4686 for additional booking information.
Hotel Booking and Reporting:
Guests will also be able to book reservations by calling our Disney Group Reservations Phone Team at (407) 939-4686 and speak with an agent Monday - Friday 8:30am to 6:00pm EST and Saturday and Sunday 7:30am to 4:00pm EST.
We have arranged a special discounted rate for our valued Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology 2023 attendees. Please note, discount hotel room reservations can only be honored for those that register for the course. Rooms booked without an accompanying MGH (Massachusetts General Hospital) course registration are subject to cancellation.
Additional Room Block:
Four Seasons Resort O'ahu at Ko Olina
92-1001 Olani Street, Kapolei, Hawaii 96707
RESERVATIONS: Individuals will make room reservations by calling the Hotel directly at 808-679-0079. Individuals must indicate their group affiliation with the MASS General Hospital Courtesy Room Block when making reservations or the applicable special rates may not be extended. Rooms and rates are based on availability at the time of request. The reservations office hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 5:00am – 8:00pm and Saturday & Sunday from 6:00am – 6:00pm Hawaii Time.
CHECK OUT/CHECK IN: Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. Room assignments prior to this time are subject to availability. Check-out time is 12:00 p.m.
PARKING CHARGES: Valet overnight parking is available at a rate of $48.00 per vehicle, per day.
GUEST BILLING ARRANGEMENTS: Individual guests will each be responsible for their Room, tax and incidental charges. Any no-shows or cancellations made less than 30 days prior to arrival will be charged one night’s room and tax for guests that only reserved one night or two night’s room and tax to the individual guests' credit card for stays of two or more nights.
Additional Room Block #2:
Residence Inn Oahu Kapolei
731 Kunehi Street Kapolei, Hawaii 96707
Please Note*** There is no transportation from the Residence Inn Oahu Kapolei to the Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. Please plan accordingly for travel to the conference.
Our apologies, the room block at the Residence Inn Oahu Kapolei has closed. Please call the hotel at 1 808-674-4480 for additional booking information.
Course Directors:
David H. Rubin, MD
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
Janet Wozniak, MD
Faculty:
Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS
Aude Henin, PhD
Gagan Joshi, MD
Available Credit
- 15.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of McLean Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. McLean Hospital is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
McLean Hospital designates this Live activity for a maximum of 15.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 15.50 Nursing Contact Hours
Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 13, sections 13, 14, 14A, 15 and 15D and Chapter 112, sections 74 through 81C authorize the Board of Registration in Nursing to regulate nursing practice and education.
This program meets the requirements of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (244 CMR 5.00) for 15.50 contact hours of nursing continuing education credit. Advance practice nurses, please note: Educational activities which meet the requirements of the ACCME (such as this activity) count towards 50% of the nursing requirement for ANCC accreditation.
- 15.50 Social Workers
The Collaborative of NASW, Boston College, and Simmons College Schools of Social Work authorizes social work continuing education credits for courses, workshops, and educational programs that meet the criteria outlined in 258 CMR of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers
This program has been approved for 15.50 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. Collaborative of NASW and the Boston College and Simmons Schools of Social Work Authorization Number D 91558
- 15.50 Participation
This course allows other providers to claim a Participation Certificate upon successful completion of this course.
Participation Certificates will specify the title, location, type of activity, date of activity, and number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ associated with the activity. Providers should check with their regulatory agencies to determine ways in which AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ may or may not fulfill continuing education requirements. Providers should also consider saving copies of brochures, agenda, and other supporting documents.
- 15.50 Psychologists CE Credit
The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
This offering meets the criteria for 15.50 Continuing Education (CE) credits per presentation for psychologists.
Price
Planners
Joseph Biederman, MD
Thomas J. Spencer, MD
Timothy E. Wilens, MD
Jane Pimental, MPH
David H. Rubin, MD, reviewer
Susan E. Sprich, PhD psychologist reviewer
Policy on Faculty and Provider Disclosure
It is the policy of McLean Hospital that faculty and providers disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity. McLean Hospital has established policies in place that identify and resolve all conflicts of interest prior to this educational activity.
Resolution of Conflict of Interest (COI)
McLean Hospital has implemented a process to resolve COI for each CME activity. In order to help ensure content objectivity, independence, fair balance and ensure that the content is aligned with the interest of the public, McLean Hospital has resolved the conflict by External Content Review.