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Full Schedule of Events
- Wednesday, March 4, 2009
- Thursday, March 5, 2009
- Friday, March 6, 2009
- Saturday, March 7, 2009
- Sunday, March 7, 2009
This Meeting Schedule is subject to change – please check back frequently.
Last update: January 28, 2009
6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Annual Meeting Registration
Room: Kamehameha III
6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Exhibit Hall Open
Room: Kamehameha III
6:30 am - 7:30 am
Exhibit Hall Breakfast
Room: Kamehameha III
7:30 am - 9:00 am
Session 201
Cerebrovascular Disease and Depression: A Double Whammy
Room: 304 A/B
Chair:
Presenters: Robert G. Robinson, MD
A. Courtney DeVries, PhD
Gretchen N. Neigh, PhD
This session will focus on novel treatments of vascular depression and strategies for identifying mechanisms through which cerebrovascular disease can contribute to the development of depression and anxiety.
7:30 am - 9:00 am
Session 202
Depression in Elderly Japanese American Men-Findings from the Honolulu-Asia Aging Study
Room: 305 B
Chair: Iqbal Ahmed, MD
Presenters:
Kamal Masaki, MD
Aaron McMurtray, MD
G. Webster Ross, MD
Petrovitch Helen, MD
Discussant:
Lon R. White, MD
This session will present the findings from the Study on factors affecting the development of depression, as well as how depression may be associated with the development of other disorders such as dementia and Parkinson's disease.
7:30 am - 9:00 am
Session 203
How to Mentor the Next Generation of Geriatric Mental Health Practitioners and Researchers
Room: 305 A
Chair: Patricia A Arean, PhD
Presenters:
Barry Lebowitz, PhD
Martha Bruce, PhD
Steve J. Bartels, MD
Chip F. Reynolds, MD
Discussant:
Patricia A. Arean, PhD
This session will consist of a panel discussion of mentoring techniques designed to help senior members be the best mentors they can be to junior members in the field of geriatric psychiatry.
7:30 am - 9:00 am
Session 204
Inpatient Geropsychiatry in our Rapidly Changing Regulatory Environment
Room: 306 A/B
Chair: David Greenspan, MD
Presenters:
Sandra Swantek, MD
David Greenspan, MD
Maureen C. Nash, MD, MS
This session will provide a review of recent trends, current regulations, and likely directions of the regulatory environment and how they impact on current and future practice of inpatient care.
7:30 am - 9:00 am
Session 205
Optimal Aging and Resilience in Late Life
Room: 301 A/B
Chair: Jennifer Q. Morse, PhD
Presenters:
Colin A. Depp, PhD
Ipsit V. Vahia, MD
Jennifer Q. Morse, PhD
Discussants:
Richard Schulz, PhD
This session will present results from several studies examining aspects of healthy aging and resilience among older adults. Participants will learn how optimal aging and resilience can enrich research and clinical work with older adults.
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Education Committee Meeting
Room: 307 B
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Nominations Committee Meeting
Room: 307 A
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Women's Interest Group Meeting
Room: 307 A
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Reimbursement Task Force Meeting
Room: 312
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Teaching and Training Committee Meeting
Room: 302 A/B
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 206
Baby Boomers and Substance Abuse: Epidemiology, Assessment and Evidence Based Treatment
Room: 304 A/B
Chair: Louis A. Trevisan, MD
Presenters:
Matthew E. Barnas, MD
Gauri P. Khatkhate, MD
This session will review the recognition, assessment and evidence-based treatment of substance abuse. Content will include impact on the health care system, discussion of prevalence, screening and assessment techniques, beliefs and attitudes toward substance use and treatment in the aging baby boomer population.
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 207
Evolving NIMH Priorities: Advancing a Translational Neuroscience Emphasis Within Geriatric Psychiatry Research
Room: 305 A
Chair: George Niederehe, PhD
Presenters:
George Niederehe, PhD
Steven E. Arnold, MD
Ranga Rama Krishnan, MD
Discussant:
Charles F. Reynolds, III, MD
This session will discuss the prospects for building a neuroscience of geriatric mental health, and the obstacles and challenges to be overcome to realize such a vision.
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 208
Genetic Influences on Late-Life Mental Health: Do Genes Determine Destiny?
Room: 305 B
Chair: Warren D. Taylor, MD
Presenters:
Eric J. Lenze, MD
Ruth O'Hara, PhD
Robert A Sweet, MD
Discussant:
Warren D. Taylor, MD
This session will discuss recent findings of genetic factors contributing to development of cognitive and psychiatric problems in older adults. Participants will also learn about current genetic research on late-life mental health disorders and discuss the limitations and difficulties in conducting such research.
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 209
Improving Clinical Assessment in the Nursing Home: Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0
Room: 313 A
Chair: Joel E. Streim, MD
Presenters:
Debra Saliba, MD, MPH
Joshua Chodosh, MD, MSHS
Joel E. Streim, MD
This session will present key findings from a national project to revise the Minimum Data Set, as mandated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 210
Serving Diverse Ethnic Populations: Take Home Pearls from Research for Clinical Practice
Sponsored by the AAGP Diversity Committee
Room: 306 A/B
Chair: Mark D. Miller, MD
Presenters:
Dolores Gallagher-Thompson, PhD
Patricia A. Arean, PhD
Mark D. Miller, MD
This session, first presented at the 2008 AAGP Annual Meeting and back by popular demand, has been updated, expanded, and will focus on practical take-home points for practicing clinicians.
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 211
Treating Late-Life Depression: Aiming for the Optimum
Room: 301 A/B
Chair: John Snowdon, MD, MPhil, FRCPsych
Presenters:
Dan G. Blazer II, MD, PhD, MPH
Brian Draper, MD
Constantine G. Lyketsos, MD, MHS
John Snowdon, MD, MPhil, FRCPsych
Discussant:
Jeffrey M. Lyness, MD
This session will provide updates regarding factors affecting treatment response among older people with depression. Participants will also learn about recent advances in treatment and in researching the causes of these disorders.
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Rural Practice Interest Group Meeting
Room: 307 B
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Retirement Age Caucus
Room: 307 A
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
GMHF Board of Directors Meeting
Room: 312
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Poster Viewing
Room: Kamehameha III
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Public Policy and Communications Committee Meeting
Room: 307 A
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 212
An International Perspective on Geriatric Depression
Room: 301 A/B
Chair: David C. Steffens, MD, MHS
Presenters:
Ki Woong Kim, MD, PhD
Chi-Un Pae, MD
Michael Hsieh, MD
Shwu-Hua (Kay) Lee, MD
This session will highlight a series of international academic colloborations between US and Asian researchers. Presentations will focus on different aspects of geriatric depression, including epidemiology, clinical features, treatment outcomes, and neuroimaging research.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 213
Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Late-Life Mood Disorders.
Room: 305 A
Chair: Helen Lavretsky, MD, MS
Presenters:
Thomas Meeks, MD
Carmen Andreescu, MD
Martha E. Payne, PhD, MPH, RD
This session will provide in-depth discussion of the use of complementary and alternative medicine to treat late-life cognitive and mood disorders, including an overview the potential uses of Tai Chi, acupuncture and dietary supplements to treat geriatric depression.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 214
Depression in Alzheimer's Disease Study-2: Methods and Initial Presentation of Results
Room: 313 A
Chair: Daniel Weintraub, MD
Presenters:
Jacobo Mintzer, MD
Paul Rosenberg, MD
Daniel Weintraub, MD
Discussants:
Constantine G. Lyketsos, MD
Lon Schneider, MD
This session will provide an overview of the DIADS-2 study methodology, describe the efficacy and safety results and how to apply this information to clinical practice, and discuss the planned future analyses.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 215
Opening the Doors of Long Term Institutions – Addressing Abuse and Neglect
Room: 306 A/B
Chair: Jeffrey M. Lyness, MD
Presenters:
Sandi Hirst, PhD
Lynn McDonald, PhD
Elizabeth J. Santos, MD
This session will help participants recognize signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect that may affect their ability to effectively diagnose and treat older adults. Participants will learn how to recognize, assess, and intervene when abuse is occurring, and will also be informed of the current state of research and public policy on abuse.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 216
Psychotherapy for Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairments
Sponsored by The Affiliates Group
Room: 304 A/B
Chair: Patricia A. Arean, PhD
Presenters:
Patricia A. Arean, PhD
Terri Huh, PhD
R. Scott Mackin, PhD
Dimitris N. Kiosses, PhD
This session will present new data on the use of psychotherapy for older adults who suffer from co-occurring depression and mild cognitive impairments.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 217
The Geriatric Psychiatry Education Imperative: Models of Interdisciplinary Training
Sponsored by the AAGP Teaching and Training Committee
Room: 305 B
Co-Chairs:
Brent Forester, MD
Paul D. Kirwin, MD
Presenters:
Christopher C. Colenda, MD
Andreea L. Seritan, MD
Joel E. Streim, MD
This session will be dedicated to the presentation and discussion of successful educational efforts in interdisciplinary settings, with an emphasis on teaching and mentoring approaches.
11:30 am - 12:30 am
Gay and Lesbian Interest Group Meeting
Room: 307 B
12:45 pm - 2:45 pm
Remission in Geriatric Depression - Focus on Somatic Symptoms and Treatment Adherence
Supported by an educational grant from Forest Research Institute, a division of Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Room: Ballroom A
Chair: J. Craig Nelson, MD
Presenters:
J. Craig Nelson, MD
Charles F. Reynolds, III, MD
Joel E. Streim, MD
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Research Committee Meeting
Room: 302 A/B
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Exhibit Hall Coffee Break
Room: Kamehameha III
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
VA Caucus
Room: 307 A
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ethnic Minorities Interest Group Meeting
Room: 307 B
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Session 218
Advances in Late-Life Bipolar Disorder Treatment 2009
Room: 313 A
Chair: Amy M. Kilbourne, PhD
Presenters:
Colin Depp, PhD
Amy M. Kilbourne, PhD
Martha Sajatovic, MD
Discussants:
Barry Lebowitz, PhD
Robert C. Young, MD
This session will review cutting-edge clinical intervention research in late-life bipolar disorder. Topics will include a pharmacologic update, barriers to and complexities of care, and targets for psychotherapy in older adults with bipolar disorder.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Session 219
Antipsychotics in Alzheimer's Disease? CATIE-AD Findings and Clinical Implications
Room: 301 A/B
Chair: David Sultzer, MD
Presenters:
Constantine Lyketsos MD
Lon Schneider, MD
David Sultzer, MD
Pierre Tariot, MD
Discussant:
Susan K. Schultz, MD
This session will address the primary CATIE-AD outcomes, recently published findings on the response of distinct clinical symptoms such as hostility and aggression, and new results of the effects on weight and metabolic parameters.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Session 220
Geriatric Professional's Guide to the Internet: Searching Evidence-based Literature in Geriatric Psychiatry
Room: 304 A/B
Chair: Ellen G. Detlefsen, DLS
Updated since its initial offering at the AAGP 2007 Annual Meeting in New Orleans, this session will introduce participants to helpful tools for finding useful clinical information on the Web and the Internet and will offer tips for more efficient searching of the evidence-based medical and geriatric literature.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Session 221
Geriatric Psycho-Oncology: A Primer for Geriatric Psychiatrists
Room: 306 A/B
Chair: Laura B. Dunn, MD
Presenters:
Yesne Alici, MD
Laura B. Dunn, MD
Andrew Roth, MD
Dianne M. Shumay, PhD
This session will help geriatric mental health providers become more aware of the epidemiology of cancer in older patients, as well as the psychological and physical challenges facing older patients with cancer as well as their families.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Session 222
Global Initiatives Addressing the Mental Health of Older Adults
Sponsored by the International Psychogeriatric Association
Room: 305 A
Co-chairs:
Helen Chiu, MD
Kenneth Shulman, MD
Presenters:
Helen Chiu, MD
Jacobo Mintzer, MD
Kenneth Shulman, MD
John Snowdon, MD
This session will consist of four presentations showcasing some of the new global initiatives of the International Psychogeriatric Association.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Session 223
Sexuality in Late Life: The Facts of Life for the Geriatric Psychiatrist
Sponsored by the AAGP Diversity Committee
Room: 305 B
Chair: Jordan F. Karp MD
Presenters:
Marc E. Agronin, MD
Marilyn Horvath, MD
Jordan F. Karp, MD
Keith R. Stowell, MD, MSPH
This session will address the phases of sexual response and abnormal age-related changes, and how to effectively obtain a sexual history from older adult psychiatric patients.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Early Investigators Poster Session and Reception
Room: Kamehameha III
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Advanced Research Institute Reception
Room: HOTEL - Honolulu 82
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Sunset Networking Reception
Registered Attendees Only
Room: HOTEL - Rooftop
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Summer Research Institute Reception
Room: HOTEL - Honolulu 81
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
An Evening Luau with the Geriatric Mental Health Foundation
Ticketed Event
Room: HOTEL - Lagoon
6:30 am - 3:30 pm
Annual Meeting Registration Open
Room: Kamehameha III
7:00 am – 8:30 am
PAC Board of Trustees Breakfast
Room: 307 A
7:00 am - 9:00 am
The Current State of Care for Alzheimer Disease
Supported by an educational grant from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Room: Ballroom A
Chair: Pierre Tariot, MD
Faculty: Geri R. Hall, PhD, ARNP, GCNS-BC, FAAN
James M. Ellison, MD, MPH
Pierre Tariot, MD
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Annual Meeting Program Committee Meeting
Room: 302 A/B
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 301
Biology and Treatment Response in Older Adults with Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Room: 313 A
Chair: Eric Lenze, MD
Presenters:
Carmen Andreescu, MD
Eric Lenze, MD
Julie Wetherell, PhD
This session will address late-life anxiety disorders with a focus on late-life GAD. Participants will learn about recent advances in the neurobiology of GAD in elderly, as well as pharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatment.
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 302
Facilitating Healthy Aging Through Optimal Management of Three Common Medical Problems
Room: 304 A/B
Chair: Daniel D. Sewell MD
Presenters:
Sonia Ancoli-Israel, PhD
John W. Daly, MD
Daniel D. Sewell, MD
Discussant:
Jules Rosen, MD
This session will provide up-to-date, practical information on how to evaluate and treat these problems, including how to recognize when a referral to a specialist is indicated.
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 303
Old Man's Crack Club: Substance use in the Geriatric Population, from Literature to Clinical Practice
Room: 305 B
Chair: James G. Bouknight, MD, PhD
Presenters:
James G Bouknight, MD, PhD
Kimberly B Rudd, MD
Shilpa Srinivasan, MD
This session will provide an evidence-based review of existing data on and screening tools for cocaine, prescription drug, and alcohol abuse in elderly. In addition, data on crack cocaine use in older adults in the Veterans Administration system in South Carolina will be presented, focusing on new-onset cocaine use after age 50.
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 304
Policy and Politics: Shaping Geriatric Mental Health Priorities in the 111th Congress
Sponsored by the AAGP Public Policy Committee
Room: 305 A
Chair: Allan A. Anderson, MD
Presenters:
Michael M. Hash, BA
Mark Barabak, BA
This public policy session will explore the merging of political action and policy development through an analysis of the content and status of mental health and health care issues in the current political environment.
9:15 am - 10:45 am
Session 305
Translational Research in Geriatric Psychiatry
Room: 301 A/B
Chair: Paul B. Rosenberg, MD
Presenters:
Brent Forester, MD
Michelle M Mielke, PhD
Wendy Q. Qiu, MD PhD
Paul B. Rosenberg, MD
This session will present three examples of the application of new biomarkers to Alzheimer's disease, cognitive aging, and late-life mood disorders. Participants will gain a better understanding of the mechanisms of these diseases, and most importantly a better understanding of how biomarkers can enhance treatment development.
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
K Program
Room 302 A/B
Invitation Only
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 306
Innovations in Geriatric Psychiatry Teaching Curriculum for Residents and Fellows
Sponsored by the AAGP Teaching and Training Committee
Room: 305 A
Chair: Tatyana Shteinlukht, MD, PhD
Presenters:
Shuja Haque MD, MRCPsych
Nitin Rajhans, MD
Tatyana Shteinlukht, MD, PhD
Toby Smith, MD
Lina Cassandra Vawter, MD
Discussant:
Iqbal Ahmed M.D., MRCPsych
This session will address innovations in the geriatric psychiatry teaching curriculum for residents and fellows. Unique experiences in teaching geriatric psychiatry and law seminars as well as ethics consultations will be presented from the training director's and trainee's perspectives.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 307
Mental Health Effects of Disasters among Ethnic Minority Elderly
Sponsored by the AAGP Disaster Preparedness Task Force
Room: 301 A/B
Chair: Maria D. Llorente, MD
Presenters:
Iqbal Ahmed, MD
Carl I. Cohen, MD
Maria D. Llorente, MD
Discussant:
Mary E. Bret, MD
This session will review the medical literature describing the psychosocial and medical consequences, both positive and negative, that occur following natural and man-made disasters, with particular focus on the unique vulnerabilities among ethnic minority elderly.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 308
Neuropsychological, Neuroimaging and Genetic Markers in Vascular Depression: New Evidence for Differential Effect on Treatment Outcome
Room: 313 A
Chair: Yvette I. Sheline MD
Presenters:
Howard J. Aizenstein, MD, PhD
Yvette I. Sheline, MD
Warren D Taylor, MD
Discussant:
David C. Steffens, MD
This session will present studies initiated by these observations, focusing on brain abnormalities contributing to vascular depression and interfering with reatment response.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 309
New Insights in the General Knowledge, Assessment and Prevention of Delirium
Room: 306 A/B
Chair: Kees J. Kalisvaart, MD, PhD
Presenters:
Kees J. Kalisvaart, MD, PhD
Barbara Kamholz, MD
Robert -Jan Osse, MD
Ralph Vreeswijk, MSc, RN
Based on surveys conducted in the US, UK, and The Netherlands, this session will provide insight into recognizing different types of delirium. Participants will be able to identify the specific areas of need in their work settings and collaborate with other colleagues in the health care setting regarding appropriate management of delirium.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 310
Optimizing Care for the Aging Population: Geriatric Psychiatrists as Medical Directors In LTC
Room: 304 A/B
Chair: Amita Patel MD, CMD, MHA, CPE
Presenters:
Allan A. Anderson, MD
Louis D. Klein, MD
Amita Patel MD, CMD, MHA, CPE
This session will describe the role of geriatric psychiatrists and medical directors of LTC facilities, including its advantages and unique challenges.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session 311
Sexual Expression in Long-Term Care Settings: Clinical and Ethical issues
Room: 305 B
Chair: David K. Conn MB,BCh, FRCPC
Presenters:
David K. Conn, MB, BCh, FRCPC
David D Myran, MD, FRCPC
Ken Schwartz MD, FRCPC
Marcia Sokolowski, MA, PhD(c)
This session will focus on the attitudes of caregivers when residents with various degrees of cognitive levels develop a romantic and/or sexual relationship. Participants will also learn about the importance of a careful diagnostic assessment of sexually inappropriate behaviors, and be provided with a model addressing the associated complex and ethical issues.
12:45 pm - 2:45 pm
Getting a Handle on the Depression/Pain Dyad Before the Tide Swells
Supported by an educational grant from Eli Lilly and Company
Room: Ballroom A
Chair: Sumer Verma, MD
Faculty: Michael Clark, MD, MPH, MBA
Vladimir Maletic, MD
Sumer Verma, MD
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