Clinical Psychopharmacology: Beyond Conventional Wisdom

Monday, March 10, 2025, 9:00 AM - Friday, March 14, 2025, 12:15 PM, The Grand Beach Hotel Miami Beach, Miami, FL


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (15.00 hours), APA Credit(s) (15.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (15.00 hours)

This seminar aims to enhance clinicians' expertise in psychopharmacology by thoroughly exploring key concepts and contemporary practices. Participants will engage with a variety of conceptual models, comparing symptom-oriented and disease-oriented treatment approaches. We will critically evaluate the diagnostic validity of major psychiatric conditions and investigate evidence-based medication strategies tailored to these disorders. The seminar places a strong emphasis on diagnostic accuracy and the application of research-driven clinical practices, prioritizing efficacy and safety as demonstrated in clinical trials over speculative biological mechanisms. In-depth analysis and treatment strategies will be provided for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety disorders, with additional focus on mixed states, bipolar depression, and the nuanced role of psychopharmacology in optimizing treatment outcomes. The seminar will incorporate the latest research findings, including recent advancements in clinical psychopharmacology, to ensure participants are equipped with up-to-date knowledge and skills. Special attention will be given to the application of these strategies in diverse patient populations, including children, the elderly, and those with comorbid medical conditions, to promote holistic and effective patient care.

1. Describe a historical background on the major themes to be covered during the course.
2. Examine the biological mechanisms of major psychotropic drug classes.
3. Employ the basic neuroanatomy relevant to clinical psychopharmacology.
4. Recognize and apply key clinical trials of drug classes for various diagnoses.
5. Examine the validity of DSM diagnoses and learn how to use non-DSM approaches to diagnosis and drug treatment.
6. Examine practices with antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and antidepressants.
7. Explain the risks and side effects of major drug classes.
8. Employ medications with an understanding of pharmacokinetic interactions.
9. Identify factors in medication use for those with comorbid medical conditions.

SEMINAR FORMAT
Meets Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.- 12:15 p.m.

Please note coffee is available during registration, and a healthy, delectable continental breakfast will be served at 10:15 a.m. daily.


SPECIAL REQUESTS
If special arrangements are required for an individual to attend this conference, contact Kim Miele at [email protected] at least 15 days before the conference.

TUITION
Physician, Nurse Practitioner, and Other Health Professional fees:
Early bird pricing is $995; after 12/16/24, registration is $1,095.

Residents, Fellows in Training, and Full-time Student fees are $695
To register: https://umiami-cme.org/

The fee for attending a second week is $750, and the processing fee (non-refundable) is $10 for all course registrations. Registration by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or American Express) or check can be made through the University of Miami secure registration system.

REFUND POLICY
Refunds, less an administrative fee of $100, will be issued for all cancellations received two weeks before the start of the course. Refund requests must be received by email. No refund will be issued should cancellation occur less than two weeks prior. “No shows” are subject to the full course fee, and no refunds will be issued once the conference has started.


ELECTRONIC SYLLABUS
We provide all attendees with completely free access to all slide presentations in digital PDF format before the conference. This is an environmentally friendly alternative that helps lower costs for all attendees. The e-syllabus will be available for 30 days after the conference. For all winter seminars, you can purchase a printed copy at the time of online registration for $55.

Please note we will not have hard copies of the syllabus available for purchase at the conference.

Miami Grand Beach Hotel
4835 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL

The Grand Beach Hotel Miami Beach, Florida, is in an amazing location overlooking more than 200 feet of beautiful white sandy tropical beaches on the Atlantic Ocean. Built-in 2009 and completely renovated in 2018, our modern Miami Hotel offers the highest levels of luxury and comfort. Our leisure facilities include two hot tubs, a state-of-the-art gym with unbeatable panoramic sunset views, as well as three different swimming pools, including two beach-level family pools and our top-floor tranquility pool (adults only), offering something for every guest.
Miami Grand Beach Hotel, 4835 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140 
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Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

The University of Miami adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.