Brandon Johnson, MD

AACAP Annual Meeting 2026

October 26–31, 2026 · Atlanta, GA · Full program

• SessionChairNavigating the Changing Landscape of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Recruitment: Challenges, Innovations, and Pathways Forward

  October 26, 2026, 16:00–18:00

  Examines current trends and challenges in recruiting for child and adolescent psychiatry fellowships, including virtual interviews and shifting applicant priorities. Combines presentations, a trainee and director panel, and small-group work on inclusive recruitment strategies.

  Child & AdolescentEducation & TrainingPractice, Policy & Workforce

• WorkshopHormonal: The Ups and Downs of Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy for Youth

  October 27, 2026, 08:00–10:30

  Interactive, case-based program on the psychiatric role in assessing transgender and gender-diverse youth for gender-affirming hormone therapy. Covers evidence and guidelines, informed consent, diagnostic complexity, family communication, and current legislation.

  Child & AdolescentDiverse & Underserved PopulationsPsychotherapy

• SessionChairPerspectives and Practicalities Regarding Gender Care in a Changing Practice Landscape: Kids, Caregivers, Clinicians, Communities, Culture, and Curriculum

  October 29, 2026, 14:00–17:00

  A member forum on how shifting legal, political and practice conditions affect care for transgender and gender diverse youth. It looks at impacts on youth, families, clinicians, communities and trainees, with ethics-focused discussion and practical strategies for continuing to support patients.

  Child & AdolescentDiverse & Underserved PopulationsPractice, Policy & Workforce

• SessionChairStill Here and Still Queer: Peer Support and Mentoring for LGBTQ+ Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists

  October 30, 2026, 14:00–16:00

  An interactive mentoring program with a panel and small groups offering peer support and career guidance for LGBTQ+ child and adolescent psychiatrists and trainees.

  Education & TrainingDiverse & Underserved PopulationsPractice, Policy & Workforce