Mental Health Conferences

Substance Use Disorders: A Comprehensive Review and Update 2027

This conference, held at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in Lake Buena Vista, FL, offers a clinically focused update on substance use disorders, designed to enhance real-world practice.

February 15–17, 2027 Lake Buena Vista, Florida In-person Event

Conference Overview

Some quick details about this conference.

The Substance Use Disorders: A Comprehensive Review and Update 2027 conference is an immersive event designed to provide healthcare professionals with the latest research and practical guidance on substance use disorders. Held at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, the conference aims to enhance patient care through evidence-based updates across the full spectrum of substance use disorders. Attendees will engage in interactive sessions, discussions, and case-based explorations to translate current research into actionable strategies. The agenda focuses on neuroscience, pharmacologic and behavioral treatments, and recovery-oriented systems of care, with opportunities for networking and professional exchange.

Time and Place

Maybe the most important details of the conference.

Conference Dates
February 15–17, 2027
Location
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
City/State
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Event Format
In-person

Conference Organizer

This organization is hosting this conference.

Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatry Academy

For more than 30 years, Massachusetts General Hospital has been a leader in educating mental health professionals, with a focus on providing comprehensive and evidence-based updates.

Email: mghcme@mgh.harvard.edu Phone: 857-262-2131

Registration Fees

How much does this conference cost?

Cost Type Notes
$975.00 MDs/Doctoral-Level Professionals Super Early Bird Registration (before August 31, 2026)
$1035.00 MDs/Doctoral-Level Professionals Early Bird Registration (before November 30, 2026)
$1139.00 MDs/Doctoral-Level Professionals Regular Registration (after December 1, 2026)
$875.00 Other Professionals or Trainees Super Early Bird Registration (before August 31, 2026)
$931.00 Other Professionals or Trainees Early Bird Registration (before November 30, 2026)
$1035.00 Other Professionals or Trainees Regular Registration (after December 1, 2026)

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 detailed agenda will be available closer to the event date. Attendees can expect a range of sessions covering the latest research and practical strategies for managing substance use disorders.

Notable Speakers

These folks will be speaking at the conference.

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Laura G. Kehoe, MD, MPH, FASAM

Medical Director, Substance Use Disorder Bridge Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital; Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

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John F. Kelly, PhD, ABPP

Elizabeth R. Spallin, Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School; Director, MGH Recovery Research Institute

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David H. Rubin, MD

Director, Division of Professional and Public Education, MGH; Executive Director, MGH Psychiatry Academy

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Timothy E. Wilens, MD

Chief, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital; Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

Hotel Information

You need somewhere to stay (unless you live relatively close).

The conference will be held at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, providing attendees with luxurious accommodations and amenities. Attendees are encouraged to book their stay early to secure a room at the conference venue.

Other Links and Information

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