The Department of Psychiatry in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine at University of Toronto.
University of Toronto
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Our breakout oral presentations are exploring research from across our divisions and sharing the ideas that will shape the future of our Department's work.
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Our poster session has begun! It's a chance for our faculty and learners to discover the groundbreaking research their colleagues have been working on this year
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From early psychosis intervention to treating cognitive dysfunction in major depressive disorder, our plenary presentations featured cutting edge research from our faculty members on a diverse set of topics.
Those with pre-existing autoimmune disorders have a higher risk of developing schizophrenia - this risk increases with each incidence of severe infection. Dr. Lennox's keynote explores links between mental illness & autoimmune disorders, with major implications for treatment.
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What is the relationship between mental illness and autoimmune disorders? Dr. Belinda Lennox, Head of Psychiatry at Oxford University, begins her keynote by sharing some cases ripped from the headlines where autoimmune conditions caused severe mental illness.
2026 Mulsant-Pollock Research Day begins with our Mentorship Breakfast! Experienced faculty members share advice and insights into conducting research and career building. An enlightening (and delicious!) hour.
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A link between depression and heart disease could open the door to preventative treatment for youth with major depressive disorder.
Read our interview with psychiatrist Dr. Daphne Korczak and learn more:
psychiatry.utoronto.ca/news/…
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On April 24, 2026, join international experts and explore the ideas and technologies that are redefining psychotherapy.
Register now for the University of Toronto Future of Psychotherapy Virtual Conference 2026: eventbrite.ca/e/university-o…
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Join us this Friday at the City-Wide Psychiatry Rounds as Dr. Zena Samaan presents "Academic Leadership in Psychiatry: Pathways, Pressures, and Possibilities"
Register now: eventbrite.ca/e/university-o…
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New research reveals—for the first time—real‑time chemical changes in the brain during TMS. This breakthrough brings us closer to more personalized and effective treatments for depression. psychiatry.utoronto.ca/news/…
#BrainHealth #TMS @BrainCanada @Sunnybrook
Join Queen's University's Dr. Zena Samaan in our March City-Wide Psychiatry Rounds. Learn more and register here: psychiatry.utoronto.ca/event…
AMANI uses a clinical EDIIA approach to improve mental wellness for Black youth and their caregivers, a group that traditionally faces barriers to accessing pathways of care. Read more about how AMANI is meaningfully improving lives in our new ImPACT EDIIA series.
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This month’s ImPACT Paper features Sakina Rizvi’s work, which shows potential to equip individuals—in a single 90‑minute session—with insight and skills to manage suicidal thoughts, resulting in a lasting positive impact. psychiatry.utoronto.ca/news/…
DWED 2026: Did you know that LLMs are (probably) the fastest adopted technology in medical history? -Adam Rodman.
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Kicking off the 15th Annual DWED with an inspiring and energetic plenary: AI in Medical Education: A 21st Century Pascal’s Wager with Dr. Adam Rodman from Harvard Medical School. Excited to explore how AI is transforming learning and clinical reasoning!
Donald Wasylenki Education Day 2026: Celebrating innovation, community, and the legacy of Dr. Wasylenki and the event’s founders.
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Attention first-year @UofTMDprogram students! Are you interested in forensic psychiatry? Discover the Summer Studentship in Forensic Psychiatry – your chance to get first-hand experience in the field! 6 spots available. Apply by January 30, 2026: psychiatry.utoronto.ca/summe….
The University has launched a review of the Code of Student Conduct (Code) and wants your input. Please visit uoft.me/Code2026 for more details and opportunities to participate.
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Attention first-year
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students! Are you interested in forensic psychiatry? Discover the Summer Studentship in Forensic Psychiatry – your chance to get first-hand experience in the field! Apply by January 30, 2026: psychiatry.utoronto.ca/summe….
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January's ImPACT Paper on how two different treatments compared in treatment-resistant depression is now out. Read the full article here: psychiatry.utoronto.ca/news/…. @DelanyFound @YODAProject @CIHR_IRSC
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