Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists

Des Moines, IA US
October 17, 2025

Overview

Registration


Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists will be held in person at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines, IA, and streamed live via Zoom. The cost to attend is the same for both options. During the registration process, you will select your preferred attendance option.

Cost

  • In-person at Des Moines University: $99
  • Online: $99

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Target Audience

All healthcare professionals are invited to attend. 

Purpose

The robust demand for mental health services has grown steadily and outpaced the supply of psychiatrists. Non-psychiatric clinicians are increasingly filling that void and providing vital mental health care in many settings, including primary care clinics, hospitals, and community health centers. This conference will provide additional support to these clinicians so that they are better prepared to meet the mental health needs of their patient populations.

Agenda

All times listed are in Central Time. The agenda is subject to change.

TimeSession
7:30 amRegistration and Breakfast
8:00 am

Resilient, Not Numb: Thriving Through Trauma in Health Care

Autumn Brunia, DO
Assistant Professor, Behavioral Medicine, Medical Humanities and Bioethics, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Cassandra Lai, DO
Broadlawns UnityPoint Psychiatry Residency Program

Violence, vicarious trauma, and burnout are becoming all too common in healthcare - but they don’t have to be inevitable. In this talk, we will dive into the daily silent struggles primary care providers face. From managing agitated patients to preventing emotional exhaustion, this session blends real stories, actionable tools, and evidence-based strategies to help you protect your peace, set boundaries, and stay resilient, without going numb. This talk is for you, whether you’ve felt unsafe, unseen, or just flat-out overwhelmed.

  1. Identify early warning signs of patient agitation and describe appropriate de-escalation strategies for use in a primary care setting.
  2. Define vicarious trauma and identify symptoms commonly experienced by providers exposed to repeated patient trauma.
  3. Discuss data-driven vicarious trauma protective practices that can be implemented into a busy weekly routine.
  4. Develop strategies to increase confidence in managing workplace violence and emotional stressors.
9:00 am

Minimizing Drug-Drug Interactions and Polypharmacy

Sarah E. Grady, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

John Wagoner, DO
Broadlawns UnityPoint Psychiatry Residency Program

10:00 amBreak
10:15 am

Psychopharmacologic Treatment of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia  

Douglas Steenblock, MD
Chief of Mental Health Services, Iowa Veterans Home

  1. Describe the various types of behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.
  2. Discuss psychopharmacologic treatments for the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.
  3. Explore some of the risks and adverse effects related to psychopharmacologic treatments used to treat people who have dementia.
11:15 amLunch
12:00 pm

Community Resources

Paul Daniel, LMHC, PhD
Executive Director, Center Associates

1:00 pm

Management of Alcohol Use Disorder

Michelle Davids, DO, ABPN
Psychiatrist, Broadlawns Medical Center

Devesh Kaushik, DO
Broadlawns UnityPoint Psychiatry Residency Program

2:00 pmBreak
2:15 pm

ADHD Through the Ages: Clinical Insights and Interventions

Jessica Dotson, DO
Pediatric Psychiatry, Broadlawns UnityPoint Health

Joseph Van Hulle, DO
Fellow, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Child and Adolescent Fellowship Program

3:15 pm

Caring for Psychiatric Patients in the Emergency Department

Eric Parrott, DO
Psychiatrist, UnityPoint Health

Austin Safranek, DO
Broadlawns UnityPoint Psychiatry Residency Program

4:15 pmAdjourn

Jointly Hosted By

 
 
 
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 7.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • 7.00 AOA Category 1­A
  • 7.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
  • 7.00 IBON
Course opens: 
05/02/2025
Course expires: 
10/17/2025
Event starts: 
10/17/2025 - 8:00am CDT
Event ends: 
10/17/2025 - 4:15pm CDT
Cost:
$99.00
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Location

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences
Olsen Center
3200 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312
United States
+1 (515) 271-1596

Parking is available in the covered parking structure south of the Olsen Center or any campus parking lot. The Olsen Center is located at the northeast corner of campus.

Travel

Hotel Accommodations

Numerous hotels are available in the Des Moines area. Below are a few options located downtown (close to campus) and near the airport. Some hotels offer shuttle service to DMU, but you must inquire with the hotel directly. Some hotels may offer a discount (based on availability). Mention DMU to your hotel to see if a discount may be available.

View suggested hotels. 

Speaker(s)

Rebecca Lundquist, MD, DFAPA
(Activity Director)
Director, Broadlawns UnityPoint
Psychiatry Residency Program
 

Biography

Geetanjali Sahu, MD
(Activity Director)
Child and Adult Psychiatrist,
Broadlawns Medical Center; 
Associate Program Director, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Child and Adolescent Fellowship Program

Biography

Abigail Schiltz, MSPAS, PA-C, CAQ-Psy
(Activity Director)
Physician Assistant, Behavioral Health Clinic, Des Moines University Medicine
and Health Sciences

Biography

Douglas Steenblock, MD
(Activity Director and Speaker)
Chief of Mental Health Services,
Iowa Veterans Home

Biography

Autumn Brunia, DO
Assistant Professor, Behavioral Medicine,
Medical Humanities and Bioethics,
Des Moines University Medicine
and Health Sciences

Biography

Paul Daniel, LMHC, PhD
Executive Director,
Center Associates
 

Biography

Michelle Davids, DO, ABPN
Psychiatrist, Broadlawns Medical Center

Biography

Jessica Dotson, DO
Pediatric Psychiatry,
Broadlawns UnityPoint Health

Biography

Sarah E. Grady, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Biography

Devesh Kaushik, DO
Broadlawns UnityPoint Psychiatry Residency Program

Biography

Cassandra Lai, DO
Broadlawns UnityPoint Psychiatry Residency Program

Biography

Eric Parrott, DO
Psychiatrist, UnityPoint Health

Biography

Austin Safranek, DO
Broadlawns UnityPoint Psychiatry Residency Program

Biography

Joseph Van Hulle, DO
Fellow, University of Iowa Hospitals
and Clinics Child and Adolescent Fellowship Program

Biography

John Wagoner, DO
Broadlawns UnityPoint Psychiatry Residency Program

Biography

CE Credits

Accreditation Statements

  • MD: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Iowa Medical Society (IMS). Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the IMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this live activity for 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • DO: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for a maximum of 7.0 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
  • Nurses: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is Iowa Board of Nursing approved provider #112. This activity has been reviewed and approved for 7.0 continuing education contact hour(s). Nurses must attend the entire session to receive credit. Partial session credit is prohibited and will be forfeited.
  • Other healthcare providers: This activity is designated for 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.

Educational Grants

No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. 

Disclosures

The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, or devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers.

Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have no conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

  • Vanessa Gray, MHA, CMP, CHCP - Planning Committee Member
  • Rebecca Lundquist, MD - Activity Director and Planning Committee Member
  • Geetanjali Sahu, MD - Activity Director and Planning Committee Member
  • Abigail Schiltz, MSPAS, PA-C, CAQ-Psy - Activity Director and Planning Committee Member
  • Paula Secker-Johnston - Planning Committee Member 

Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

  • Douglas Steenblock, MD - Activity Director, Planning Committee Member, and Speaker
    • He does not have a financial relationship with an ineligible company; however, he intends to discuss the off-label use of a commercial product or device and agrees to inform learners.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only. It is not a substitute for a healthcare provider's independent medical judgment regarding diagnostic and treatment options for a specific patient's medical condition. 

Available Credit

  • 7.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • 7.00 AOA Category 1­A
  • 7.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
  • 7.00 IBON

Sponsors

COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT

Thank you to our Community of Support partners. We value their support, which facilitates a high-quality educational experience. Click the organization's logo to visit their website. 

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Broadlawns Medical Center, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, and the Iowa Veterans Home are pleased to announce sponsorship opportunities that build a community of support for attendees while providing them with exceptional marketing opportunities at an incredible value.

If you want to sponsor Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists, please email cme@dmu.edu or call 515-271-1596.

The cost to participate is $500 and includes the following items. 

  • In-person exhibit space that includes one table and two chairs.
  • Virtual exhibit space that includes:
    • Your company logo is linked to the company website.
    • Embedded two-minute pre-recorded video or static advertisement image.
    • Link to up to two resources (PDF handout, a printable resource for patients, URL, etc.)
    • Link to contact a representative for more information.
  • The moderator will verbally recognize your company at the start of the day.
  • Time allotted for networking breaks and lunch.
  • List of conference attendees who consent to share their information, including mailing and email addresses.

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Price

Cost:
$99.00
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CANCELLATION POLICY

  • All cancellations must be received in writing at cme@dmu.edu.
  • A nonrefundable administrative fee of $20 will be charged for all cancellations.
  • No refunds will be given three (3) business days before the activity start date.
  • Canceled registrations can be transferred to another individual for the same activity.
  • Individuals who fail to attend the activity (no-shows) will not receive any refund. Forfeited fees may not be applied to any other activity.