The 34th ISEN Annual Meeting is a premier event for professionals in the field of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and neurostimulation. Attendees will engage in plenary sessions, expert presentations, and a poster session covering ECT, TMS, and emerging brain stimulation therapies. The event aims to foster collaboration and innovation in mental health treatments. The agenda includes sessions on pediatric catatonia, ECT in dementia, and the role of ECT in PTSD, among others. Networking opportunities and a reception are also part of the program.
Mental Health Conferences
34th ISEN Annual Meeting
The 34th ISEN Annual Meeting focuses on Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and neurostimulation, taking place in Los Angeles, CA. This in-person event will feature expert presentations and discussions on emerging brain stimulation therapies.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: May 18, 2025
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown
City/State: Los Angeles, California
Address: 120 South Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012
Event Format: in-person

Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
International Society for ECT and Neurostimulation (ISEN)
ISEN is a global organization dedicated to advancing the safe, ethical, and effective use of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and other neurostimulation treatments.
Email: events@isen-ect.org
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
Cost | Type | Notes |
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$490.00 | Physician - Member | Early Bird registration for members. |
$870.00 | Physician - Non-Member | Early Bird registration for non-members. |
$150.00 | Nurse - Member | Early Bird registration for members. |
$275.00 | Nurse - Non-Member | Early Bird registration for non-members. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference begins with registration and a continental breakfast, followed by sessions on various topics including pediatric catatonia, ECT in dementia, and advances in rTMS. The afternoon includes an awards luncheon and further sessions on ECT stigma and advocacy, concluding with a poster session and closing reception.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Daniel Maixner, MD
ISEN President and ECT Program Director, Professor of Psychiatry, Michigan Medicine.
Irving Reti, MBBS
Vice President of ISEN, Director of Brain Stimulation Program, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Johns Hopkins Hospital.
James Luccarelli, MD, DPhil
Instructor in Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers a maximum of 6.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians, 6.75 ANCC contact hours for nurses, and 6.75 hours for psychologists.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown. Attendees are responsible for booking their own accommodations, as no block of rooms has been reserved.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking details are not provided on the webpage.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Organizations are invited to join as exhibitors or sponsors to showcase their products and services. More information can be found in the sponsorship and exhibitor brochure.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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