Call for Abstracts Will Open in August for FSPHP 2027 Annual Education Conference
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The Call for Presentations for the FSPHP 2027 Education Conference - Leading the Way: The Future of Professional Health Programs will open in early August.
Presenting at FSPHP is a meaningful way to advance physician health and well-being while sharing your expertise with colleagues across the country. Your contribution helps:
- Advance the Field by sharing innovative ideas, research, and best practices.
- Foster Collaboration through peer learning and collective problem-solving.
- Inspire Change in programs, organizations, and communities.
- Strengthen Your Work through valuable feedback and discussion.
- Enhance Professional Growth by developing your presentation and communication skills.
- Increase Your Impact by showcasing your work to a national audience.
- Expand Your Network by connecting with others dedicated to physician health.
- Support Shared Learning and the continued growth of the FSPHP community.
Look for a 2027 Call for Presentations email coming soon or visit the FSPHP 2027 Annual Education Conference webpage.
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FSPHP CMO Dr. Chris Bundy on Stigma, Shame, and Recovery in Physician Health Programs
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In a recent Carlat Publishing Addiction Treatment Report interview, Chris Bundy, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer of FSPHP and Executive Medical Director of the Washington Physicians Health Program, discusses how physician health programs help clinicians navigate addiction and mental health challenges through peer support, accountability, and long-term monitoring. Dr. Bundy explores the unique impact of stigma on physicians, the strong outcomes associated with physician health programs, and the importance of early intervention. His message is clear: seeking help is a sign of strength, and compassion, connection, and support are essential to clinician well-being and patient safety.
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Only Two Weeks Left to Register for the Next Open Forum Leadership Meeting
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Friday, August 7, 2026
11:00AM - 12:00PM Eastern Time
Facilitator: Mark Albanese, MD, Medical Director, Physicians Health Services - Massachusetts Medical Society
The FSPHP Open Forum Leadership Series is a platform for FSPHP Member PHP leaders to engage in open discussions, share best practices, share updates, and foster collaboration and innovation, and address critical issues affecting physician & professional health programs.
These meetings are open to FSPHP PHP Members that identify as part of their leadership team, including executives, directors, and department heads.
✔️Learn more and register.
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Physician Patients Require Different Care — Register & Learn
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Attend this FSPHP webinar to learn best practices for treating physician‑patients—and earn CME credit.
When Physicians Become Patients: Providing Care for General Medical, Mental Health, and Substance Use Disorders
?Wednesday, September 23, 2026
?1:00–3:00 PM Eastern Time
✔️2 CME Credits
?Free for FSPHP Members; $50 for Non-Members
This program is relevant to all physicians and healthcare professionals who give or receive care from physicians. It is especially valuable for those with a focused interest in caring for physician‑patients, including individuals affiliated with Physician and Health Professional Programs, workplace monitors or liaisons, therapists, psychiatrists, and primary care physicians.
This webinar is made possible through the support of The Physicians Foundation.
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A Grateful Farewell from Buddy Stockwell, JD
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In his final Tennessee Bar Journal column, retiring Tennessee Lawyers Assistance Program (TLAP) Executive Director Buddy Stockwell, JDreflects on nearly six years of restoring and strengthening the Tennessee Lawyers Assistance Program. Sharing lessons from his own recovery journey and decades of service to the legal profession, Stockwell highlights the importance of integrity, courage, and evidence-based support in helping lawyers facing addiction and mental health challenges. His heartfelt farewell celebrates TLAP’s progress with a powerful message: confidential help works, recovery is possible, and no one has to struggle alone.
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Helen Oscislawski, Esq.
Founder and Managing Partner
Attorneys at Oscislawski LLC
A leading authority on
HIPAA & 42 C.F.R. Part 2
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Learn How PHPs Can Contribute De-Identified Data to RIS in Compliance with 42 C.F.R. Part 2
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Join us for an important FSPHP webinar highlighting a major step forward in physician health research. Learn how newly established legal guidance supports the sharing of properly de-identified PHP data with the FSPHP Research Information System (RIS), helping strengthen research, generate meaningful insights, and advance the physician health field nationwide.
Under 42 C.F.R. Part 2
Presented by Helen Oscislawski, Esq.
? Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
? Time: 3:00–4:00 PM ET
FSPHP has received a legal opinion confirming that state PHPs may contribute properly de-identified data to the FSPHP Research Information System (RIS) in compliance with 42 C.F.R. Part 2. During this webinar, participants will learn about the opinion's key findings, the requirements for compliant participation, and the opportunities this creates for expanding physician health research and collaboration nationwide.
?Learn more and register!
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PEER™ Open Forum: Informative and Informal Conversations on the PEER™ Process
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Join us for the PEER™ Open Forum, an informal discussion with programs that have completed PEER™ and the subject matter experts who guide reviews.
?Friday, August 28
?11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Hear firsthand what the process feels like, what programs gained, how SMEs approach reviews, and what surprised participants—plus get your questions answered live.
Designed to support program growth and connect you with best practices across the Physician and Health Professional community, PEER™ is often described as challenging (in a good way), inspiring, and highly impactful. Come discover why.
Who Should Attend:
- PHP leaders and staff
- Board and committee members
- Programs considering PEER participation
- Programs already preparing for PEER
- Anyone interested in learning from completed programs and SMEs
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FSPHP Evaluation and Treatment Accreditation™ (FSPHP-ETA™)
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Opportunities to Engage, Support, & Fuel Connection
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Sponsor the Fall 2026 issue of Physician Health News
SPONSORSHIP SIZES & PRICING:
$800 - Half page: 7” w x 4.5” h
$600 - Quarter page: 3.2917” w x 4.5” h
$400 - Business card size: 3.125” w x 2.25” h
? Sponsorships Due September 28.
LEARN MORE
Submit an Article for Physician Health News
Have insights to share? Physician Health News invites article submissions that offer meaningful industry perspectives, research findings, case studies, and practical applications related to physician health—while remaining educational and non-promotional in tone.
? Content Submission Due September 4.
LEARN MORE
Sponsor a Regional Member Meeting
$1,000 sponsorship includes:
- logo acknowledgment on agenda and meeting materials
- 2 representatives from your organization to attend
- opportunity to briefly address the attendees.
❗Please note: There is a limit of 5 sponsors per Regional Member Meeting.
LEARN MORE
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Join FSPHP's Annual Campaign
Help Drive the Future of Physician Health
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Your donation supports stronger programs, meaningful research, strategic partnerships, and educational initiatives nationwide.
Make a difference—donate today at www.fsphp.org/donate
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Publications Committee
Monday, July 27 at 3pm ET
Toxicology Writing Group
Tuesday, July 28 at 11am ET
Funding Development Committee
Wednesday, July 29 at 1pm ET
OPEN FORUM LEADERSHIP SERIES
Friday, August 7, 2026
11:00AM - 12:00PM Eastern Time
Facilitator: Mark Albanese, MD, Medical Director, Physicians Health Services - Massachusetts Medical Society
Register!
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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