2026 IPS Annual Meeting:
The Elephant in the Waiting Room: Confronting Today's Psychiatric Challenges
Saturday, October 3, 2026
William Tell Hotel (formally known as Holiday Inn Countryside)
6201 Joliet Road, Countryside, IL 60525
ABOUT:
Psychiatry is changing faster than ever before. Are you keeping pace?
With medical knowledge estimated to double approximately every 73 days, staying current has never been more challenging—or more important. From groundbreaking advances in neuroscience and emerging AI technologies to the evolving role of psychedelic therapies, today's psychiatrists are navigating a rapidly changing landscape.
Join colleagues from across Illinois at the IPS Annual Meeting as we tackle The Elephant in the Waiting Room: Confronting Today's Psychiatric Challenges. This year's meeting will feature recognized experts, practical clinical insights, and meaningful discussions designed to help you translate the latest developments into better patient care.
You'll also have the opportunity to explore innovative research during our annual Poster Competition, where medical students, residents, and fellows will showcase the exciting work shaping the future of psychiatry.
The day concludes with the IPS Annual Awards Dinner, a special evening dedicated to celebrating the outstanding individuals whose leadership, service, advocacy, and clinical excellence continue to strengthen psychiatry throughout Illinois.
Whether you're seeking cutting-edge education, valuable networking opportunities, or inspiration from leaders and colleagues across the profession, the IPS Annual Meeting is the place to be.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of psychiatry. Register today and join us for one of the year's premier events for Illinois psychiatrists.
REGISTRATION FEES AND DEADLINES:
Early Bird Registration Deadline:
August 28
Standard Rate Registration Deadline:
September 18
Please note: No commercial attendee registrations will be accepted. If commercial/industry representatives would like to attend, please refer to the Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration information.
MEETING AGENDA: (subject to change)
1:00- 1:40 pm Check-In and Networking with Exhibitors
1:40 - 1:45 pm Opening Remarks and Welcome
Steven L. Weinstein, MD, IPS President
1:45 - 2:30 pm Session 1: Washington Update: Federal Policy Shaping Psychiatric Practice
Brooke Trainum, JD; Senior Director, Practice Policy, APA
Trip Stanford; Director, Federal Relations, APA
2:30 - 3:15 pm Session 2: ELIZA for the 21st Century: Promise and Perils of AI in Psychiatric Practice
Olu Ajilore, MD, PhD,;
UI Center for Depression and Resilience Professor of Psychiatry, University of Illinois College of Medicine
3:15 - 4:00 pm Poster Session/Break/Networking with Exhibitors
4:00 - 4:45 pm Session 3: Neuroscience Updates TBD
4:45 - 5:45 pm Session 4: Psychedelics Updates TBD
5:45 - 7:00 pm Cocktail Hour/Networking with Exhibitors
7:00 - 9:00 pm Awards Dinner
Business Meeting with IPS President
Remarks from IPS Executive Director
Carl Bell Essay Competition Presentation
Poster Session Winners
Awards Ceremony
HOTEL INFORMATION:
William Tell Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
(formally known as the Holiday Inn Countryside)
6201 Joliet Road, Countryside, IL 60525
If you are in need of a hotel room, please use this link to book.
William Tell Hotel, MOD Collection by Sonesta– Best Rates
Questions? Contact Kristen Malloy at kmalloy@ilpsych.org or 312-224-2600.
Thank you to our IPS 2025 Annual Meeting Sponsors/Exhibitors:
