Geriatric Psychiatry Board Review Course
June 13 -14, 2026
The AAGP Board Review Course in Geriatric Psychiatry is a comprehensive, high-yield educational program designed to support clinicians preparing for the geriatric psychiatry board examination and those seeking an up-to-date review of core clinical topics. Offered as a live webinar every two years, the course provides a structured review of essential content across the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric conditions in older adults.
Sessions are led by experienced, board-certified geriatric psychiatrists who are nationally recognized educators in the field. The curriculum focuses on evidence-based practice and includes board-style self-assessment questions to help participants assess their knowledge, identify learning gaps, and reinforce key concepts. This course is ideal for geriatric psychiatrists, fellows, and other healthcare professionals who care for aging adults and want a practical, focused review to strengthen clinical competence and exam readiness.
Program Overview
The American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) Board Review Course in Geriatric Psychiatry is a comprehensive, high-yield educational program designed to support clinicians preparing for the geriatric psychiatry board examination and those seeking an up-to-date review of core clinical topics in the care of aging adults.
Offered as a live webinar every two years, this course delivers a structured review of essential content across the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric conditions in older adults. Sessions are led by experienced, board-certified geriatric psychiatrists who are nationally recognized educators in the field.
The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based practice and includes board-style self-assessment questions to help participants assess knowledge, identify learning gaps, and reinforce key concepts. Whether preparing for certification or seeking a focused clinical refresher, this course provides practical, exam-relevant education grounded in real-world practice.
Who Should Attend?
Geriatric psychiatrists preparing for board certification or recertification
Directory
Geriatric psychiatry fellows and early-career psychiatrists
Psychiatrists and clinicians seeking a comprehensive review of geriatric mental health
Other healthcare professionals who care for aging adults and want a structured, high-yield update
2026 Program Schedule (Eastern Time)
Saturday, June 13, 2026
| Time | Topic | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Clinical Aspects of Normal Aging (30 min) | Ashley Subler, MD |
| 10:30 AM | Older Age Bipolar Disorder (30 min) | Jennifer Gatchel, MD |
| 11:00 AM | Anxiety Disorders in Geriatric Psychiatry (30 min) | Anthony Chatham, MD |
| 11:30AM | Break (5) | |
| 11:35 AM | Late-Life Depression, Bereavement, and Suicide (60 min) | James Ellison, MD |
| 12:35 PM | Break (30 min) | |
| 12:40 PM | Personality Disorders in Older Adults (30 min) | Anusuiya Nagar, MD |
| 1:10 PM | ECT and TMS in the Elderly (30 min) | Adriana Hermida, MD |
| 1:40 PM | Break (5 min) | |
| 1:45 PM | The Neurologic Exam in Geriatric Psychiatry and Common Neuropsychiatric (60 min) | Laura Marsh, MD |
| 2:45 PM | Adjourn |
Sunday, June 14, 2026
| Time | Topic | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Neurocognitive Disorders (60 min) | Ganesh Gopalakrishna, MD |
| 11:00 AM | Break (5 min) | |
| 11:05 AM | Psychosis in the Elderly (30 min) | John Kasckow, MD, PhD |
| 11:35 AM | Ethical and Legal Issues in Geriatric Psychiatry (30 min) | Lewis Krain, MD |
| 12:05 PM | Break (30 min) | |
| 12:10 PM | Elder Abuse (30 min) | Sochima Ochije, MD |
| 12:40 PM | Sleep Disorders (30 min) | Nery Diaz, MD |
| 1:10 PM | Break (5 min) | |
| 1:15 PM | Substance Use in Older Adults and Comorbid Psychiatric Conditions (30 min) | Olivera J. Bogunovic, MD |
| 1:45 PM | Hospice and Palliative Medicine (30 min) | Daniel Shalev, MD |
| 2:45 PM | Adjourn |