Medical Student and Resident 2009 Annual Meeting Events | American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Medical Students and Residents

Free registration for students and residents!

For full Meeting schedule, click here.

Medical Student and Resident 2009 Annual Meeting Events

AACAP's 56th Annual Meeting in Honolulu has lots of great opportunities for medical students and residents! Aside from the hundreds of symposia, workshops, and forums that are open to everyone, there are many events made especially for you - check out these fantastic programs!

Mentorship Program
Recommended for: Medical Students, Residents
Time: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday (please be sure you can attend ALL four sessions before registering)
Status: Ticketed, but the ticket is FREE when registering for the Annual Meeting)

Description: This event is open to ALL medical students and residents; just check the box requesting a free ticket when you sign up for the meeting! The Mentorship Program spans several days over the course of the meeting, and matches trainees and medical students with senior child and adolescent psychiatrists. Small groups are formed in which the students and psychiatrists can form a collegial relationship that includes the sharing of ideas, challenges, and accomplishments.

The Resident as a Teacher: Building Skills for Residency and Beyond
Recommended for: Residents
Time: Wednesday, October 28, 2009: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Status: Free with Annual Meeting registration

Description: This teaching seminar provides an introduction to principles that are directly applicable to the teaching and supervision of junior residents and medical students. Recently graduated trainees describe their own teaching experiences, and training directors of large child and adolescent psychiatry training programs offer their insight and experience followed by group discussion.

Medical Student, Resident and Early Career Psychiatry Breakfast
Recommended for: Medical Students, Residents
Time: Friday, October 30, 2009: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Status: Ticketed; $15 when registering for Annual Meeting.

Description: This breakfast program focuses on the needs and challenges of students and residents exploring a career in child and adolescent psychiatry by presenting a range of viable and exciting pathways into the field. Three exciting speakers describe their varied paths toward fulfilling careers as child and adolescent psychiatrists.

Resident Town Meeting
Recommended for: Residents
Time: Thursday, October 29, 2009: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Status: Open – no ticket required.

Description: The Resident Town Meeting is an opportunity for residents and medical students to learn about AACAP and ways to become active in its work by joining AACAP components/committees. Residents also have a chance to voice their concerns and network with other residents, as well as early career psychiatrists.

Medical Student and Resident Reception
Recommended for: Medical Students, Residents
Time: Thursday, October 29, 2009: 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
Status: Free with Annual Meeting registration.

Description: The Medical Student and Resident Reception provides students and residents the opportunity to network with peers, training directors, mentors, and AACAP members. The AACAP members, including accomplished researchers, clinicians, and educators, offer testimonials and insight on the transition into child and adolescent psychiatry.

Honors Presentations
Recommended for: Medical Students, Residents
Time: Times vary; check program book for exact times.
Status: Open – no ticket required.

Description: This year, nine honors presentations will be given by Distinguished Member and Journal Award winners. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear key leaders in the field share their knowledge and latest research results on ADHD, Developmental Disorders, Depression, Autism, Prevention Efforts, Leadership, Bipolar Disorder, and Cultural Competence.

How Does She Do It All: Balancing Career and Family for Women in Psychiatry
Recommended for: Medical Students, Residents
Time: Friday, October 30, 2009: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Status: Open – no ticket required.

Description: This free special interest group focuses on providing the opportunity for women to have exposure to mentors and peers from other institutions to help to clarify career goals, navigate work force pressures, brain storm about alternative career paths, and catalyze mentoring relationships between women at different career stages. Because mentorship has been clearly identified as a key factor for career success, this interest group assists women by providing role models and support as they seek to balance their internal perceptions and their drive to succeed. Women will acquire networking opportunities and knowledge to help them achieve an optimal balance between their personal and professional lives.