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Founded in 1949, the Washington Psychiatric Society (WPS), a 501(c)(6) non-profit association is a professional, non-profit medical specialty organization with 900 psychiatrists. WPS advocates on behalf of members and their patients, provides quality continuing medical education programs, and educates the public on mental health issues.

WPS covers the National Capital Area with regional chapters representing the District of Columbia, Suburban Maryland (Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties) and Northern Virginia (the Cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, and Falls Church and Arlington and Fairfax Counties), and is a District Branch of the internationally recognized American Psychiatric Association (APA).

January 7, 2021- Today the APA issued a statement addressing yesterday’s violence in Washington and offering mental health resources for those who may need it. Please see the full statement here.

Browse the WPS February Newsletter!

 

WPS CLM Anniversary Book 2020


Benefits of Membership

The Washington Psychiatric Society (WPS) is a professional organization in the metropolitan Washington region. Membership provides you with:

  • Educational Opportunities – WPS offers high quality, affordable CME events throughout the year
  • Professional Networking – Connecting with peers is important and you have the chance to meet with colleagues through chapter meetings and programs as well as WPS events
  • Advocacy – WPS works with APA to provide strong legislative and public policy advocacy
  • Resource Center – the online resource center is available 24/7 on a wide range of topics as well as the event calendar
  • WPS e-News – A monthly online publication contains news, information, links to classified ads, our sponsors and much more
  • Online Membership Directory
  • Communication – Communication channels are open and work both ways through our Member Listserv
  • Leadership – Get engaged in organized psychiatry by volunteering for a WPS committee or even consider serving on the board of directors
  • Member Services - We provide quality member support with a timely response to all inquiries
  • Career, Leadership, Mentorship Program
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ATTENTION MEMBERS!

RESOURCES FOR COVID-19 VACCINATIONS FOR PHYSICIANS
District of Columbia
Maryland
Virginia

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WPS Statement on Racism and Excessive Police Force

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An Event of Interest: George Floyd, COVID-19 and America's Conscience

African-American communities nationwide have suffered from institutional racism, lack of access to equitable care, and physical and mental public lynching for 400 years. They are now confronted with three contiguous crises: 1) the opioid epidemic; 2) the COVID-19 pandemic; and 3) the George Floyd incident. Eliot Sorel, MD will be speaking.

(This event is over. See VIDEO RECORDING)






Our New Magazine: Capital Psychiatry
January Issue


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WPS Activities & Upcoming Events

2021 WPS CME Program | FREE for Members
Why Legislators Need to Hear from Psychiatrists:
Evoking Change at the State and Local Level
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
7:00 pm (via Zoom)


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WPS MAT Waiver Training Event
Saturday, March 13, 2021
9:00 am - 1:00 pm (via Zoom)

 

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WPS DC Chapter Meeting
Monday, March 15, 2021
6:00-7:30 pm (via Zoom)

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EVENTS OF INTEREST

Fast & Determined: Israel’s COVID-19 vaccination program
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
7:00 am – 9:00 am (EST)
Click HERE for more information and a link to access the program.