FSPHP Insights

September 18, 2026

'When Physicians Become Patients' is Days Away! 

Join FSPHP on September 23, 2026 (1:00–3:00 PM ET) for ‘When Physicians Become Patients: Providing Care for General Medical, Mental Health, and Substance Use Disorders,’ an expert led webinar on navigating the unique clinical, ethical, and relational challenges of caring for physician patients across medical, mental health, and substance-use care.

This session will provide evidence informed strategies for maintaining boundaries, protecting confidentiality, assessing risk, and collaborating effectively with Physician Health Programs.

2 CME Credits
Free for FSPHP Members; $50 for Non-Members 

We extend our sincere thanks to The Physicians Foundation, whose support makes this webinar possible.

2027 Exhibitor Registration Now Open!
? Limited-Time Offer: Save Up to $700! ?

 

Oklahoma City Convention Center
 

Join over 300 attendees, including leaders from Physician and Professional Health Programs (PHPs), staff, and experts, who specialize in the evaluation and treatment of health professionals.

 

 Register by December 31, 2026 and Save $500!

 Join as a NEW Industry Partner Individual Member and Save $200!

 

Learn more about our attendees and the benefits of exhibiting in the FSPHP 2027 Exhibitor Brochure. 

Don't Miss Your Chance to Present at FSPHP - Submit a Presentation Proposal by 9/30/26!

We invite you to submit a presentation proposal that aligns with our 2027 Annual Education Conference theme - Leading the Way: The Future of Professional Health Programs.
 
Whether you're addressing emerging trends, sharing research, or offering practical tools for professional health programs, we want to hear from you!

 

SUBMISSIONS DUE:
Oral Presentations - September 30, 2026
Poster Presentations - December 31, 2026 

Tuesday, November 3
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET

Join Us - FSPHP-ETA™ Accreditation Insights & Info Session

Does your evaluation or treatment program specialize in the care of healthcare professionals, or would you like to learn more about accreditation for this specialized care?

 

This interactive webinar will feature programs that have completed FSPHP-ETA™ accreditation, along with the subject matter experts who participate in the review process. The session will highlight why organizations chose to participate, what the process was like, and the value accreditation brings to programs and to the field.

Colleagues who have completed the process consistently describe it as rigorous, highly meaningful, and ultimately rewarding in strengthening their programs and contributing to the field.

If you are considering participation—or simply want a clearer understanding of the process—this session will provide valuable perspective from those who have been directly involved.

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

Bipartisan Resolution Recognizes National Physician Suicide Awareness Day

Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens, alongside Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), announced a bipartisan resolution to recognize September 17th as National Physician Suicide Awareness Day and recognize the intense pressure and trauma physicians face in the workplace. The resolution enhances national awareness of the mental health crisis facing American physicians and honors the memory of the physicians we have lost to suicide. It also urges the establishment of national awareness and educational activities.
 

Step Up and Rally with Your Region & Advance FSPHP's Mission!

Please join FSPHP and the Fund Development Committee for our 6th Annual Rally-by-Region — a friendly, region-by-region fundraising challenge that brings our community together in support of a shared mission.

This year, our goal is to raise $14,000 total — just $3,500 per region — by December 31, 2026.

Whether you give $10 or $1,000, every gift moves your region closer to the finish line and strengthens the work we do together.

Your support directly advances FSPHP's mission and helps power the key initiatives that make our work possible — from elevating best practices and expanding research, to raising awareness and improving access to help for healthcare professionals in need.

Rally your region. Rally your colleagues. 

FSPHP Hits the Road
Join us at NAMSS & ACGME

FSPHP continues to share its expertise at conferences, meetings, and industry events across the country. Through presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, we are advancing the conversation on physician health, building valuable partnerships, and promoting the mission of physician well-being.

We hope you'll join us at these upcoming events:

National Association Medical Staff Services (NAMSS) 50th Annual Conference
October 18-21, 2026
New Orleans, LA
Bridging Credentialing Risk Gaps with Health Verification by State Professional Health Programs
Linda Bresnahan, MS, FSPHP Executive Director
Edwin Kim, MD, FAPA, MRO, FSPHP President

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) 2027 Annual Education Conference
February 25-27, 2027
San Antonio, TX
The Resident in Difficulty: Physician Health, Patient Safety, and Professionalism
Chris Bundy, MD, MPH, FAPA, FASAM, FSPHP Chief Medical Officer

We look forward to connecting with colleagues and friends at these events and hope you'll join us as we continue to advance physician health and well-being nationwide.

Call for Articles, Papers, Book Chapters
FSPHP Research Committee — 2027 Conference Presentation

The FSPHP Research Committee is once again compiling a presentation drawing on papers, opinion pieces, book chapters, and other research from the past two years — and we want your input.

If you've come across research you believe is relevant to the health and well-being of medical and healthcare professionals, we'd love to include it. Please send the article link or PDF to  [email protected].

Not sure what qualifies? Browse the FSPHP webpage

Your contributions will help shape a presentation that reflects the collective knowledge of our membership!

Upcoming FSPHP Events

FSPHP Webinar - When Physicians Become Patients: Providing Care for General Medical, Mental Health, and Substance Use Disorders

Wednesday, September 23 at 1pm ET

 

Research Committee Meeting

Wednesday, September 23 at 4pm ET

 

Task Force to Support Safe Haven

Friday, September 25 at 12:30pm ET

 

Funding Development Committee

Wednesday, September 30 at 1pm ET

 

Open Forum Leadership Meeting

Friday, November 20, 2026
12:00PM - 1:00PM Eastern Time
Facilitator: Susan K. Blank, MD, LFAPA, DFASAM, Medical Director, Georgia Professional Health Program

Register!

 

REGIONAL MEMBER MEETINGS

Southeast - Monday, November 23

Central - Monday, November 30

Northeast - Thursday, December 3

Western - Tuesday, December 15

Open to all FSPHP members. Members are welcome to attend any Regional Meeting, regardless of their designated region.

Become a Regional Member Meeting Sponsor!

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Wilmington, MA 01887
Phone: 978-347-0600
www.fsphp.org
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Best way to contact us is by email:
[email protected] Linda Bresnahan, MS, FSPHP Executive Director
[email protected] Sandra Savage, Membership Engagement & Communications Manager
[email protected] Jennifer Hernandez, Meeting Planning Assistant
[email protected] Jolie Estes, Accreditation & Project Specialist
[email protected] Melissa Strok, Executive Assistant & Association Project Coordinator