About Us

The WVPA is an organization of physicians (MD/DO) trained in psychiatry.  We provide assessment, consultation, and treatment services to the citizens of West Virginia with mental, emotional or behavioral difficulty.  We operate in offices, hospitals, and clinics.  We confer and collaborate with other physicians, mental health professionals, and treatment providers.

Member Benefits:

Bi-annual Newsletter (electronic)                                                             Legislative monitoring/grass roots advocacy                                          Educational opportunities twice a year                                                  Leadership opportunities in committees and special interest groups                                                               Professional development and networking                                                                                                         Educational workshops with CME and reduced registration fees for members                                                     Annual Resident Mixer for Resident Members

Networking Opportunities:

Council and membership meetings offer the opportunity to interact with other WVPA members as well as learn about new pharmaceutical solutions, new treatment options and techniques for working with patients, suggestions on how to improve your practice, and other career development activities.  Meetings are held twice a year, summer and winter.  

Leadership Opportunities:

Members of the WVPA have numerous opportunities for leadership roles within the association.  The council and committees provide opportunity for leadership roles.  We encourage members throughout the state to be involved and consider committee participation at some point in their career.

Website:

The website is a useful tool for idea exchange, event information, and other important association updates.