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50th Annual Psychopharmacology Conference

Event Date(s): Oct 16, 2026 - 01:00pm to Oct 18, 2026 - 04:45pmAvailable Credits: 32.00 AAPA Category 1 CME 32.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ 32.00 Nursing Contact Hours 32.00 Social Workers 32.00 Participation 32.00 Psychologists CE Credit Register For This Conference

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Celebrating 50 Years of Advancing Psychiatric Medicine

Join us at the Westin Copley Place in Boston for the 50th Annual Psychopharmacology Conference, hosted by Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. This conference marks a meaningful milestone in the evolution of psychiatric education and care.

For five decades, this event has brought together leading experts and dedicated clinicians to advance the understanding and treatment of mental health conditions. In 2026, we reflect on that legacy—and look ahead to the next chapter.


What You Can Expect

This year’s program continues our commitment to clinical depth, scientific rigor, and practical application. Topics include:

  • Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Anxiety

  • Psychosis and OCD

  • ADHD and PTSD

  • Substance Use Disorders

  • Integrative Approaches and Pharmacologic Innovations

Every session is designed to help you stay current on emerging research, examine evolving standards of care, and apply evidence-based strategies to complex clinical situations.


Curbside Consultations

We offer Curbside Consultations—informal, scheduled opportunities to connect 1:1 with faculty members across a range of specialties. These conversations allow you to explore nuanced clinical questions or seek perspective on challenging cases (de-identified), all in a supportive and collegial format.

You can find the full schedule of Consultations in the agenda once made available.


Pricing

MDs/Doctoral-Level Professionals

Super Early Bird Registration (on or before May 15, 2026): $830.00

Early Bird Registration (on or before August 15, 2026): $950.00

Regular Registration (after August 15, 2026): $1085.00

Other Professionals or Trainees

Super Early Bird Registration (on or before May 15, 2026): $675.00

Early Bird Registration (on or before August 15, 2026): $750.00

Regular Registration (after August 15, 2026): $850.00


THURSDAY TICKETED SESSIONS

DAYTIME:
Choose between the following TWO topics: Please note that you can only attend one of the daytime sessions.

Clozapine Workshop: $175
1:00-3:00 PM

Pharmacology 101 for Psychopharmacologists
1:00-3:00 PM

EVENING:
Choose between the following FIVE topics: Please note that you can only attend one of the evening sessions.

Thursday Evening Session: $200
4:00-8:00 PM - Dinner is included with the evening sessions.

  • The Role of Cannabis in Medicine
  • Medical Issues in Psychiatry
  • Obesity and Eating Disorders
  • Law & Psychiatry
  • Nutritional, Lifestyle, and Metabolic Psychiatry Program

Virtual Registration

We are also offering a full virtual option to accommodate those who can not attend in person.

For more information and to register, please click the link below.

Virtual Psychopharmacology

NOTE: Thursday ticketed events and Friday and Saturday evening seminars are NOT included in the virtual registration option. These sessions will NOT be live-streamed.


Printed Syllabus

Price: $95.00 (Please note, all syllabus purchases are non-refundable and non-shippable and must be picked up onsite at the conference)

The conference syllabus is a printed book with all slide presentations and space to take notes adjacent to each slide. As an alternative to purchasing a conference 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.


Electronic 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. 


Cancellation Policy

A refund minus a $100.00 administrative fee will be issued for refund requests received by October 1, 2026.  No refunds will be issued for refund requests made after October 1, 2026. Payments made may not be applied to future conferences or other educational activities. There are no exceptions to these policies.


Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatry Update & Board Preparation, 4th Edition

Board certification and recertification exams are critical career moments. That is why you should rely on the Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatry Update & Board Preparation, Fourth Edition. It puts our 80+ years of clinical experience at your fingertips to help you prepare for your exam.

Purchase a print copy of our Board Preparation book here!
 

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MOC Self-Assessment Module: Psychopharmacology

As part of recertification requirements, physicians must participate in Maintenance of Certification Program (MOC) activities like this one to cultivate a focus on lifelong learning and competency throughout one’s profession. This module helps you hone in on clinical and practice management skills that are central to quality patient care and improved outcomes for patients.

Register here!

Conference Summary

Available Credits:32.00 AAPA Category 1 CME 32.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ 32.00 Nursing Contact Hours 32.00 Social Workers 32.00 Participation 32.00 Psychologists CE Credit
Conference Topic:Conference, Psychopharmacology
Conference Format:Conference
Target Audience:

This program is intended for psychiatrists, psychologists, general and family practice physicians, psychiatric nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and social workers. 

Event Starts: Oct 16, 2026 - 01:00pm
Event Ends: Oct 18, 2026 - 04:45pm
Cost: $830.00

Learning Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

  • Identify rational, evidence-based pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies for patients with unipolar, bipolar, treatment-resistant, and post-partum depression.

  • Compare the neurobiology and evidence-based treatment approaches to addiction, anxiety, schizophrenia, and mood disorders.

  • Review the course and treatment of psychiatric disorders during pregnancy and menopause.

  • Analyze drug interactions and the pharmacotherapy of adult ADHD and geriatric disorders.

  • Apply newer strategies in the treatment of chemical abuse/dependence.

  • Analyze evidence-based treatment for psychiatric illness.

  • Assess the most recent state-of-the-art treatment alternatives.

  • Assess new therapies and what is on the horizon.

  • Analyze the use of CBT-based techniques.


Accreditation

Jointly Accredited Provider, Interprofessional Continuing Education

In support of improving patient care, MGH Institute of Health Professions is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Psychologists

Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs. MGH Institute of Health Professions designates this activity for 32 CE credit.

Physicians

MGH Institute of Health Professions designates this live activity for a maximum of 32 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in this activity.

Physician Associates/Assistants

MGH Institute of Health Professions has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 32 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Nursing

MGH Institute of Health Professions designates this activity for 32 contact hours for nurses. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) accepts credit from organizations accredited by the ACCME and ANCC.

Social Workers

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, the MGH Institute of Health Professions is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. MGH Institute of Health Professions maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course receive 32 clock hours for continuing education credits.

Pharmacist ​​​(ACPE)

This activity provides 32 contact hours (1.0 CEUs) of continuing education credit. ACPE Universal Activity Number UAN JA4008265-0000-24-000-L04-P

NOTE FOR PHARMACISTS: Upon closing of the electronic evaluation, MGH IHP will upload the pharmacy-related continuing education information to CPE Monitor within 60 days. Per ACPE rules, MGH IHP does not have access to or the ability to upload credits requested after the evaluation closes. It is the responsibility of the pharmacist or pharmacy technician to provide the correct information [NABP ePID and DOB (in MMDD format)] in order to receive credit for participating in a CE activity.

IPCE Credit

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 32 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.

We have a dedicated staff member who is available by phone 5 days per week between 8 am and 5 pm by calling 866-644-7792 or email at mghcme@mgh.harvard.edu. All inquiries will be dealt with in a timely  (within one business day) and professional manner. Requests for credits or refunds will be reviewed by the Director of the Division of Professional and Public Education, Massachusetts General Hospital. Please refer to our cancellation policy for additional information.”