FSPHP Insights 

September 3, 2026

When Physicians Become Patients, Care Looks Different

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.


Learn more and register.

 

Submit by September 30th!

Call for Presentations for FSPHP 2027 Now Open!

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 

North Carolina Professionals Health Program Successfully Completes PEERTM

Congratulations to theNorth Carolina Professionals Health Program on the successful completion of its FSPHP PEER™ on August 4, 2026.

The Performance Enhancement and Effectiveness Review™ (PEER™) Program is a structured review process designed to empower Physician Health Programs (PHPs) and other safety-sensitive professional health programs to use the FSPHP PHP Guidelines as a practical tool for identifying opportunities to optimize performance and effectiveness in alignment with best practices among PHPs.

Discounts Available!
Thanks to a generous grant from The Physicians Foundation, 15 PHPs can now join the FSPHP Performance Enhancement and Effectiveness Review™ (PEER™) Program at a discounted rate:

  • $2,500 off – First 5 applicants - First 5 spots filled
  • $1,500 off – Next 5 applicants
  • $1,000 off – Final 5 applicants 

 

Discounts awarded on a first-come, first-served basis upon submission of the PEER™ application.

 

Learn more and apply now! 

Call for Panelists: FSPHP Western Region Member Meeting

FSPHP is seeking member panelists and presenters for two sessions at the virtual Western Region Member Meeting on December 15, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. PT.

Sessions include:

  • What We Learned the Hard Way: Case Studies from the Field, featuring real-world challenges and lessons learned from Physician & Health Professional Programs;
  • From Hype to Help: AI Tools for Clinicians and PHPs, exploring practical applications of artificial intelligence in clinical and program operations.

Members interested in sharing a case study, expertise, or experience are encouraged to participate. 

To volunteer as a panelist or presenter, please contact Sandra Savage at [email protected] by September 11.

Include the session of interest and a brief description of your proposed presentation topic. 

You're Invited to the 4th Annual Mental Health, Recovery, & Suicide Prevention Summit

Recovery thrives when courage meets support. In observance of National Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month and National Recovery Month, we invite you to register for the 4th Annual Mental Health, Recovery, & Suicide Prevention Summit on Thursday, September 24, 2026.

 

Sponsored by the Tennessee Medical Foundation (TMF) and the Tennessee Pharmacy Recovery Network (TPRN), this virtual, hour-long event combines real human experience with clinical data to reframe Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) as chronic, highly treatable medical conditions. This year’s lunchtime session focuses directly on opioid addiction, recovery, and abatement, blending a powerful first-hand recovery story with actionable clinical data.

 

Event Details

  • Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
  • Time: 11:30 am–12:30 pm CDT / 12:30 pm–1:30 pm EDT
  • Format: Virtual / Online
  • Cost: $25 for Professionals | $10 for Technicians, Trainees, and Students
  • Audience: Open to all, specifically tailored for Tennessee healthcare clinicians, technicians, students, and health-adjacent professionals.
  • this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™

 

Secure Your Spot: Online Registration | Facebook Event Page

 

Visit https://www.fsphp.org/member-events for more FSPHP Member Events.

 

Email [email protected] if your program has an upcoming event.

Career Opportunity: Senior Accreditation Consultant - ETA & PEER Program Manager

FSPHP is seeking a Senior Accreditation Consultant - ETA & PEER Program Manager to oversee its Performance Enhancement and Effectiveness Review™ (PEER™) and Evaluation and Treatment Accreditation™ (FSPHP-ETA™) programs.

This unique leadership role combines accreditation and credentialing expertise with program management, policy development, education, stakeholder engagement, and business development. The successful candidate will work closely with FSPHP leadership, technical committees, subject matter experts, and the Accreditation Review Council to ensure a high-quality, efficient accreditation review process while supporting continued growth of both programs.

Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, experience managing complex workflows, and the ability to leverage technology solutions to enhance program effectiveness.

View the complete job description here.

Is your program or organization hiring? 

Email your job posting to [email protected].

Thank You for Being a Member - It's Renewal Time!

Thank you to each and every FSPHP member for your continued support and dedication!
 
On October 1, 2026, all FSPHP members will enter into their membership renewal period for the calendar year from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027.  You will receive a renewal email and invoice from MemberClicks on October 1st, prompting you to take action.  

Please note: These emails will be from MemberClicks and could end up in your spam folder.

We look forward to your continued membership and look forward to another impactful year together!
 
Please contact Sandra Savage at [email protected] with any membership renewal questions or concerns.

Opportunities to Engage, Support, & Fuel Connection

Sponsor the Fall 2026 issue of Physician Health News

SPONSORSHIP SIZES & PRICING:
Sponsorships Due September 28.

LEARN MORE

 

Submit an Article for Physician Health News 

Content Submission Due September 4.

LEARN MORE

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

Medical Student & Resident Committee Meeting

Monday, September 14 at 2pm ET

 

Toxicology Writing Group

Tuesday, September 15 at 11am ET

 

Bylaws Committee

Tuesday, September 15 at 2pm ET

 

Public Policy Committee

Tuesday, September 15 at 3pm E T

 

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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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