American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry

We’re proud to highlight Dr. Syeda Arshiya Farheen, Vice Chair of AAGP’s Membership Committee. Thank you for welcoming and supporting geriatric mental health professionals through your dedicated leadership. Learn more: aagponline.org

Join us for the upcoming AAGP Clinical Case Discussion. Explore a real-world geriatric psychiatry case, share perspectives, and connect with colleagues. Wednesday, November 13 | 3:00 PM ET Register: zoom.us/meeting/register/Wuj…

New in AJGP: Perioperative intranasal insulin and postoperative delirium, a systematic review/meta-analysis asks if it prevents delirium. Read abstract: ajgponline.org/article/S1064…

Registration is open for the 2027 AAGP Meeting! Join us in San Diego, April 16–19, for the geriatric mental health conference "Connecting and Collaborating to Advance Geriatric Mental Health" for education, research and networking. Register: aagponline.org/meeting-hub/

Join us Oct 16, 12 PM EST for the AAGP Clinical Case Conference. An interactive geriatric psychiatry case review. We'll cover diagnostic nuances and evidence-based treatments. Register Today: zoom.us/meeting/register/Wuj…

2027 AAGP Scholars Program — Apply by October 5! Medical students and PGY-1–3 psychiatry residents: last chance to apply for mentorship, networking, and career development at the 2027 AAGP Annual Meeting in San Diego. Apply by Oct 5: aagponline.org/education-eve…

Changing the Conversation Around Alzheimer’s On #WorldAlzheimersDay we honor 57+ million people with dementia and caregivers. Alzheimer’s is complex — no one should face it alone. We need faster diagnosis, caregiver support, research, end stigma.

Applications are open for the 2027 AAGP Scholars Program. Medical students and PGY‑1–3 psychiatry residents can apply for career development at AAGP meeting in San Diego. Scholars receive mentorship and networking. Apply by Oct 5, 2026: aagponline.org/education-eve…

The future of geriatric psychiatry starts with you. Training can be overwhelming, but choosing a subspecialty shouldn’t. AAGP supports trainees and early-career psychiatrists with programs, webinars, and leadership opportunities. Learn more: aagponline.org/education-eve…

The 2026 AAGP Annual Meeting highlighted geriatric mental health. We invite you to join us in San Diego—submit General Session, Clinical Case, Data Blitz, or Power Symposia proposals by September 14, 2026, for the 2027 meeting.

On National Senior Citizens Day, we celebrate the wisdom, strength, and vibrant stories of older adults. At AAGP, we support seniors' mental health, well-being, and vitality every day. Let’s honor those who enrich our lives, families, and communities.

Sixty years of Medicare: payment models and policy shaping older adults’ access to psychiatric care. Dr. Colenda reviews Medicare’s legacy, models, and challenges for patients with mental health needs. Read the full article: ajgponline.org/article/S1064…

Honoring leadership, innovation, and service in geriatric mental health! We were thrilled to celebrate award recipients at #AAGP2026 in Arlington whose work in research, clinical excellence, policy, and lifetime service is shaping care for older adults.

Applications for the 2027 AAGP Scholars Program are officially OPEN! Are you a medical student or PGY 1–3 psychiatry resident interested in geriatric psychiatry? The scholarship provides mentorship, career-development sessions, and national networking at the 2027 Annual Meeting.

One of the highlights of the 2026 AAGP Annual Meeting was our vibrant poster sessions. Congratulations and thank you to all of the researchers, trainees, and clinicians who shared their work and contributed to advancing the field of geriatric psychiatry.

Applications for the 2027 AAGP Scholars Program open August 3, 2026. Join us at the 2027 AAGP Annual Meeting in San Diego to connect with leaders in geriatric psychiatry, engage with peers, and expand your professional network. #AAGP2027

Looking back on an incredible #AAGP2026! Thank you to every attendee, speaker, researcher, trainee, exhibitor, and sponsor who made this year's Annual Meeting so memorable. Your passion and collaboration are advancing geriatric psychiatry. See you in San Diego for #AAGP2027!

Journal Spotlight Delirium is more than cognitive decline. A new AJGP review by Mark A. Oldham, M.D., explores the neuropsychiatric disturbances of delirium and proposes targeted approaches to improve patient care. Read the article: ajgponline.org/article/S1064… #AJGP #AAGP

Trauma doesn't have an expiration date. PTSD can affect people across the lifespan, including older adults. On PTSD Awareness Day, we highlight the importance of recognition, support, and specialized care. #PTSDAwarenessDay #MentalHealth #OlderAdults

Submissions for the AAGP 2027 Annual Meeting are now open! Review the guidelines and submit your proposal today! aagp.societyconference.com/v… #AAGP2027 #GeriatricPsychiatry #OlderAdults #CallForAbstracts