The Dewitt C. Alfred, MD Psychiatric Symposium
Equity has always been a driving force in our medical education, clinical care, and scientific pursuits at Morehouse School of Medicine, and the need for advancement of equity in the psychiatric workforce is clear. Our institution has a long track record of expertly supporting the training and development of trainees from under-represented minoritized racial groups through our medical student and psychiatric trainee experiences. Now we want to share the extraordinary mentorship, sponsorship, and representation found in our department with more psychiatrists in training.
The Dewitt Symposium, named for the founding chair of our department, Dr. Dewitt C. Alfred, Jr., is an annual event at Morehouse School of Medicine that has traditionally been an internal event, including only our residents and fellow trainees and faculty. In 2023, the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences held the 1st expanded Dewitt C. Alfred, MD Psychiatric Symposium. It was a marvelous event where 12 trainees from other institutions joined MSM for a three day program. This year, we plan to bring in residents and fellows from other institutions for a scientific exchange and workshops regarding career progression and personal sustainability as a psychiatric physician. The program will be held in Atlanta, GA at the Kimpton Overland Hotel the evening of May 1st through the morning of May 3rd, and include a number of activities to promote professional development, career planning, and mentorship both from peers and faculty.
Eligibility Requirements
- Complete this form.
- Send CV or Resume to MSM Psychiatry Department using subject line: 2025 MSM Dewitt Application - (your first initial, last name).
- Have two (2) Letters of Support (LoS) sent directly to MSM Psychiatry Department: one from your Program Director or Associate Program Director indicating support of the your participation and from someone familiar with your research or community outreach/advocacy. Use subject line: 2025 Dewitt LoS - (applicant's first initial, last name)
Key Dates
- Application Opens – December 1st, 2024
- Application Closes – January 15th, 2025
- Poster Session Submission Deadline - February 1st, 2025
- Awardees Notified – February 15th, 2025
- Virtual Poster Session – March 17th, 2025 - March 21st, 2025
- Winners – April 1st, 2025
- Event – Begins with check-in and reception the evening of May 1st, 2025 and ends after checkout and breakfast the Morning of May 3rd, 2025