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Join us for a unique opportunity to advance your career. This event is specifically designed for medical students, psychiatry residents, and fellows. Attend informative sessions on fellowship opportunities, CV/resume development, residency interviews, and more. Network with potential employers and connect with NC psychiatry residency programs. |
Friday, April 4 |
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| 4:00 - 5:00pm | Poster Session | |
| 5:00 - 5:30pm | Welcome Dinner | |
| 5:30 - 6:15pm | Opening Session- Just Because You are Done with Residency Does Not Mean You are Fully Cooked | Scott Klenzak, M.D., D.L.F.A.P.A. |
| 6:15 - 6:30pm | Poster Award Presentation | Danielle Lowe, M.D., Ph.D. |
| 6:30 - 7:30pm | Residency Program Highlights | One appointed person per program |
Saturday, April 5 |
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Plenary Sessions |
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| 8:00 - 8:15am | Welcoming Remarks |
Kenneth Fleishman, M.D. |
| 8:15 - 9:00am | Navigating the Fellowship Landscape: A Guide for Psychiatry Residents This session will provide an in-depth overview of various fellowship opportunities available to psychiatry residents. Our expert panelists will discuss the diverse range of fellowships. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the application process, the benefits of fellowship training, and how to choose the right fellowship program to align with their career goals. |
Amy Abramowitz, M.D. (UNC - Gero) |
| 9:00 - 9:45am | Taking Action: Practical Strategies for Advocacy in Psychiatry This session will begin equipping attendees with the knowledge and skills of advocacy. Panelists will discuss the specific advocacy efforts of the North Carolina Psychiatric Association (NCPA) and how you can get involved. Attendees will learn how to effectively advocate for their patients, their profession, and the field of psychiatry. |
Chris Hollis Katy Kranze Brody Montoya, D.O. (Cape Fear Valley) |
| 9:45 - 10:15am | Evolving Career Choices for Psychiatrists: Clinician, Public Servant, and Administrator Benefit from discussion with the NCDHHS chief psychiatrist on career choices and far-reaching contributions for today’s practicing psychiatrists. Topics covered will include a career path with clinical work, research, academia, state-level administration, community public health, and work-life balance. Come prepared for candid and enlightening perspectives. |
Carrie Brown, M.D., M.P.H., D.F.A.P.A |
| 10:30 - 12:30pm | Exhibit Hall | |
Concurrent Lunch |
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| 12:30 - 1:30pm Med Students & Residents |
Lunch - Your Questions Answered: A Rapid-Fire Panel Have burning questions about residency or early career psychiatry? This is your chance to get answers from experienced psychiatrists! During this fast-paced Q&A session you can ask anything, from advice on work-life balance to financial planning to burn-out prevention. Our expert panel will provide concise and informative answers to your questions. |
Moderator - Mehul Mankad, M.D., D.F.A.P.A. Courtney Cosby, M.D. (Cone) Preston Easterday, M.D. (Atrium) Michelle Grzybowski, D.O. (Cape Fear Valley) Meera Patel, M.D. – (Cape Fear Valley) Art Thanupakorn, M.D. (Duke) |
| 12:30 - 1:30pm Program Directors & Staff |
Lunch – Open Discussion Description: This open conversation invites Psychiatry Residency Program Directors and Staff to share their experiences, challenges, and successes. |
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Concurrent Sessions |
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| 1:30 – 3:30pm Med Students |
Navigating the Transition: Tips for Success in Psychiatry Residency |
Reanna Benedict (Cape Fear Valley) |
| 1:30 – 3:30pm Residents |
The Next Chapter: Transitioning from Residency to Practice |
Danielle Lowe, M.D., Ph.D. (UNC) Sara Feizi, M.D. (FCC Butner) David Tyson, M.D. (ECU) Sarah Wilda, M.D. (UNC) |
| 3:30 – 3:45pm | Break- Exhibit Hall | |
Plenary Sessions |
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| 3:45 – 4:30pm | The Many Faces of Psychiatry: A Career Exploration Panel This panel discussion will feature a diverse group of psychiatrists who will share their experiences and insights into various career paths within the field. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the unique challenges and rewards of different specialties. |
Preston Easterday, M.D. (Academic Psychiatry) Sara Feizi, M.D. (Correctional/Forensic Psychiatry) |
| 4:30 – 4:45pm | Wrap-Up | Danielle Lowe, M.D., Ph.D. (UNC) |
Event Address:
Center for Medical Education & Neurosciences Institute
3305 Melrose Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304
(Please use the address provided, as the building name has not yet been updated on Google Maps or Apple Maps.)
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Hilton Garden Inn 4025 Sycamore Dairy Road Fayetteville (3.11 miles from venue)
Embassy Suite 4760 Lake Valley Dr. Fayetteville (3.67 miles from venue)
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