Registrations are open for the European Board Examination in Psychiatry taking place on 28 February 2025!

We are excited to announce that applications for the European Board Exam in Psychiatry are OPEN!

🗓️ Exam Date: 28 Feb 2025 | 💻 Fully online | 👉 Apply before 7 January 2025

All details can be found here European Board Examination — UEMS Section of Psychiatry

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Call for Nominations for the 2024/2025 Psychiatric Excellence Award

We are excited to announce the launch of the new round of nominations for the prestigious Psychiatric Excellence Award 2024/2025! This award recognizes outstanding contributions in the field of psychiatry and mental health care across Europe.

Nominations are open to individuals and organizations dedicated to advancing psychiatric practice, research, and education. Don’t miss the opportunity to highlight exceptional achievements in this vital field.

For more information and to submit your nomination, visit:

UEMS Psychiatry Excellence Award

Psychiatry Excellence Awards Application Form

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UEMS Section of Psychiatry Excellence Award 2023/2024 Presented at the School of Young Psychiatrists in Warsaw

The prestigious UEMS Section of Psychiatry Excellence Award 2023/2024 was presented to the School of Young Psychiatrists during its opening ceremony in Warsaw. This recognition highlights the outstanding contributions of the School to psychiatric education and professional development.

The award was presented by Prof. Krzysztof Krysta, who emphasized the School’s crucial role in shaping the future generation of psychiatrists across Europe. The ceremony was a key moment in the program of the Szkoła Młodych Psychiatrów (School of Young Psychiatrists) meeting, drawing attention to the school’s continuous commitment to excellence in specialized training.

In addition to Prof. Krysta, the event was attended by prominent figures from the Polish Psychiatric Association and the Section of Specialised Training, including:

• Anna Rewekant, MD – Chair of the Section of Specialised Training of the Polish Psychiatric Association

• Anna Szczegielniak, MD – Previous Chair of the Section

• Anna Malec, MD – Member of the Board of the Section

• Karolina Olas-Dróżdż, MD – Member of the Board of the Section

• Prof. Dominika Dudek – President of the Polish Psychiatric Association

• Prof. Jerzy Samochowiec – Previous President of the Polish Psychiatric Association

• Prof. Przemysław Bieńkowski – Originator and Supervisor of the School of Young Psychiatrists

The UEMS Section of Psychiatry Excellence Award celebrates organizations and individuals who contribute significantly to advancing psychiatric education, research, and practice in Europe. The School of Young Psychiatrists has been recognized for its impactful work in enhancing the training and development of young professionals in the field.

For more information on the UEMS Section of Psychiatry Excellence Award and our initiatives, visit our News and Press Releases page

European Board Examination in Psychiatry – First Sitting on 28 February 2025

We are excited to announce that the European Board Examination in Psychiatry will hold its first sitting on 28 February 2025. This examination represents a critical opportunity to harmonize psychiatric training standards across Europe, benefiting both trainers and trainees.

For professionals involved in psychiatric education, this exam offers a structured, knowledge-based assessment that can complement and enhance your current training programs and exams. It serves as an excellent benchmark to measure trainee preparedness while reinforcing the standardized curriculum and competencies expected across Europe. By encouraging your trainees to participate, you support the continuous improvement of psychiatric education and professional excellence.

For trainees, this is your chance to demonstrate your knowledge and readiness for professional practice in a rigorous, standardized exam that is recognized across Europe. This milestone can serve as an essential credential, reflecting your commitment to maintaining the highest mental health care standards.

The exam will be conducted fully online through a secure platform, making it accessible to candidates from all over Europe. More details on registration and exam structure will be released gradually, with applications opening this autumn.

All information is available here : https://www.europsy.net/european-board-exam/