I attended the 2000 AOOP meeting out of curiosity about the subject matter and the possibility of networking to find some good providers in my local area. What I found was a very useful conference, which surprised me in its candor and practicality. The atmosphere was genuinely collegial with speakers and participants contributing a wealth of experience. The 2001 meeting continued in that fine tradition. Though I am an Occupational Medicine Physician, I found the subject matter to be both quite approachable and applicable to my practice. This conference concentrated on the role of the consultant to industry. I gained some new tools and a framework to better understand the organizations I serve. I will certainly be watching for the details of next year's offering.

-- Dr. Brian Svazas

The quality of the sessions offered at the Annual Meeting in D.C. delivers on the AOOP mission; i.e., "to enhance the knowledge and skills of its members through various training opportunities." 

-- Janice Gross

How I met AOOP:

Recent changes in my practice forced me to look for a legitimate professional organization where I could have some guidance and networking. AOOP was listed on APA's Web site. I find AOOP warm and welcoming – colleagues willingly sharing their knowledge and experience. I look forward to further meetings and other activities of AOOP.

-- Dr. M. Bulent Erdogan

This was the fourth AOOP Annual Meeting I've attended. It continues to be a wonderful opportunity to learn from the presenters – but also from the keen enthusiasm of the attendees. Chat & networking is a wonderful part of these meetings. I will keep attending.

-- Dr. Sarah VanderBurgh

This AOOP meeting presented new, challenging, and informative sessions from its start Friday morning until it closed Sunday afternoon. Never before have I gone to a psychiatry meeting or conference that was as informative hour-to-hour. The pre-conference all-day workshop – this year focused on independent medical (psychiatric) examinations and psychiatric disability evaluations – gave everything theoretical and practical I would ever use. The spectrum of presentations at the meeting was outstanding, e.g., When Illness Strikes the Leader; Systems Consultations to Organizations; Family Therapy and Organizations; Consulting to Clergy; Executive Protection; Threat Assessment; Operational Stress for Police and Others. Well-organized, excellent facilitators. Collegiate and mentoring and networking were key aspects of this successful meeting.

-- Dr. Mark Dembert, MD, MPH

AOOP has all the elements of a great meeting:

• diverse perspectives and informative content delivered by leaders in the field
  
• exchange of ideas and encouragement to pursue one's goals in a warm and collegial atmosphere.
  

-- Dr. Debra Henry

Attending the AOOP Annual Meeting confirmed that multiple avenues for a viable solo practice exist. Thank you.

-- Dr. L. Kile

12th Annual Meeting (2001)

• Sessions
  
• Jointly sponsored with Mclean Hospital

Previous Annual AOOP Meetings

 
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