Take the next step in your psychiatric career and become a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.
• Fellow status is an honor that reflects your dedication to the work of the APA and signifies your allegiance to the psychiatric profession. • You are recognized by your colleagues in the Association as a member of a very select group. • All newly appointed Fellows are publicly recognized at the Convocation of Distinguished Fellows, which is held every year during APA’s Annual Meeting. • You receive a lapel pin in recognition of your status. Annual dues rates for General Members and Fellows are the same.
What are the guidelines and criteria for eligibility?
• Must be a current APA General Member or Life Member in good standing. • Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or the American Osteopathic Association. • 30-day review period for the district branch to offer comments about the Fellowship candidate. • Approval by the APA Membership Committee in October. • Approval by the APA Board of Trustees in December.
How do I apply?
All fellowship applications must be submitted by September 1.