FSPHP Insights 

August 7, 2026

Call for Presentations Now Open!

The FSPHP 2027 Annual Education Conference – Leading the Way: The Future of Professional Health Programs is the premier educational event for professionals dedicated to advancing the health of healthcare professionals and protecting the patients they serve. Bringing together leaders from Physician and Health Professional Programs (PHPs), treatment providers, regulatory agencies, healthcare systems, and affiliated organizations, this conference will explore the innovations, collaborations, and evidence-based strategies that are shaping the future of professional health.
 
We invite you to submit a presentation proposal that aligns with our 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

ASAM Physician Health SIG Presentation and Membership Invitation

ASAM Physician Health SIG Presentation

FSPHP members are invited to attend the upcoming American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Physician Health Special Interest Group (SIG) presentation, "A Physician's Journey Through Monitoring and Recovery," on August 17.

ASAM Membership Opportunity

FSPHP members are invited to take advantage of a special opportunity to join ASAM and receive membership benefits through December 31, 2027.  

Learn more about here!

? September 23, 2026

 
?1–3 PM Eastern Time

 

✔️2 CME Credits

 

?Free for FSPHP Members; $50 for Non-Members

Physicians are Trained to Care for Others, but What Happens When They Become Patients Themselves?

Providing care for physician patients requires a thoughtful approach that balances clinical excellence, confidentiality, professional identity, and trust.

Join FSPHP on September 23 for 'When Physicians Become Patients: Providing Care for General Medical, Mental Health, and Substance Use Disorders' and gain practical, evidence-informed strategies from leading experts in physician health.

This webinar will explore how healthcare professionals can:

  • Build trust with physician patients
  • Navigate complex boundary dynamics
  • Protect confidentiality and privacy
  • Support engagement in treatment
  • Deliver care that recognizes the realities of medical practice and professional responsibilities

“WPHP Overview & Impairment” Presentation

Washington Physicians Health Program (WPHP) recently produced a one-hour educational video presentation titled WPHP Overview & Impairment.” In this session, Chris Bundy, MD, MPH, FAPA, FASAM, Chief Medical Officer of FSPHP and Executive Medical Director of WPHP, provides an overview of WPHP and the services it offers to support the healthcare community across Washington state. Dr. Bundy also explores impairment—how it is defined, how it presents, and how to address it effectively.

This enduring material is accredited for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ and is available free of charge on WPHP’s website. Other health professionals may also be eligible for CME credit through continuing education partner CineMed. Please see WPHP’s website for details.

FSPHP August Member Events

Sharing De-Identified PHP Data with the FSPHP Research Information System (RIS)
Under 42 C.F.R. Part 2
Presenter: Helen Oscislawski, Esq.
Monday, August 24, 2026
3:00–4:00 PM ET
Register: Sharing De-Identified PHP Data with the FSPHP RIS

PEER™ Open Forum: Informative and Informal Conversations on the PEER™ Process
Friday, August 28, 2026
11:00 AM–12:00 PM ET
Register: PEER™ Open Forum

Opportunities to Engage, Support, & Fuel Connection

Sponsor the Fall 2026 issue of Physician Health News

SPONSORSHIP SIZES & PRICING:

? Sponsorships Due September 28.

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Submit an Article for Physician Health News 

Content Submission Due September 4.
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Sponsor a Regional Member Meeting

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Your Generosity Could Transforms Lives!

FSPHP’s strength comes from the community behind it. Thanks to the ongoing support of members, colleagues, and donors, we continue advancing our mission to support Physician and Health Professional Programs (PHPs) in improving the health of medical professionals, thereby contributing to quality patient care.
 
At a time when physician burnout and mental health challenges remain critical, your support helps sustain a national framework for accountability, consistency, and excellence.

Every gift makes a difference. 

Upcoming FSPHP Events

Bylaw Committee Meeting

Monday, August 10 at 1pm Eastern

 

Sharing De-identified PHP Data for the FSPHP Research Information System under 42 CFR Part 2 with Attorney Helen Oscislawski

Monday, August 24 at 3pm Eastern

 

PEER™ Open Forum: Informative and Informal Conversations on the PEER™ Process

Friday, August 28 at 11am Eastern

 

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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668 Main Street, Suite 8, #295
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