Crisis Resources
List of Crisis Resources
WPHP has compiled a list of local and national resources for crisis prevention and response for healthcare workers.
Physician Organizations
Caduceus Meetings
Caduceus meetings offer a supportive environments where you can connect with fellow healthcare professionals. A weekly meeting occurs Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time via Zoom.
If you are interested in attending, please email leadership@wphp.org for the link to the Zoom meeting.
Federation of State Physician Health Programs (FSPHP)
The Federation of State Physician Health Programs, Inc. (FSPHP) is a national membership association of Physician and Health Professional Programs (PHPs). FSPHP is a 501c3 nonprofit established in 1991, that evolved from initiatives taken by the American Medical Association (AMA), the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), State Medical Societies/Associations and individual state physician health programs. FSPHP member programs provide confidential assessment, referral to treatment, resources and monitoring for physicians/healthcare professionals, and those in training who may be at risk of impairment from mental illness, substance use disorders and other health conditions. When indicated, ongoing health monitoring by a PHP provides trusted accountability that supports successful continuation or return to practice.
WPHP is a voting member of the Federation of State Physician Health Programs and our Executive Medical Director, Dr. Chris Bundy, MD, MPH, is Chief Medical Officer of the organization as well.
International Doctors in Alcoholics Anonymous (IDAA)
International Doctors in Alcoholics Anonymous (IDAA) had its origins in the garage of Dr. Clarence Pearson in upstate New York in 1949. Dr. Pearson, a recovering alcoholic and practicing physician, and his wife Polly invited other physicians and their families for an AA retreat at their summer home in Cape Vincent, New York, near the Canadian border.
Doctors from the United States, three from Canada and the presence of a psychologist as well as physicians, made the meeting both international and interdisciplinary. Hence the organization International Doctors in AA (IDAA) was founded.
Since that time, annual conferences of IDAA have been held in July or August in various locations around the country. The format is good for fundamental AA meetings. Al-Anon, Children’s Program, Teen Program, and IDAA-Twenties fellowship meetings as well as scientific education presentations, carrying CE/CME credits, addressing the latest evidence in the field of alcoholism and addiction.
In addition to the Annual Conference, IDAA hosts a meeting list that includes both virtual and in-person meetings specifically for healthcare providers and their loved ones. This carries the message of hope and healing throughout the year.
The 76th IDAA Annual Conference is July 9-13, 2025, in Spokane, Wash. This is a wonderful opportunity for healthcare professionals impacted by addictive disorders to embrace recovery in a safe and nurturing environment, surrounded by individuals who understand this journey. New tools, techniques, and perspectives will be shared to empower attendees to navigate the challenges of recovery with strength and resilience. Scholarships for the IDAA Conference are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Physicians Anonymous
Physicians Anonymous is the only anonymous and confidential peer-support platform aimed to reduce physician distress, burnout, and suicide. The organization offers anonymous groups and coaching.
Rethinking Residency
Rethinking Residency is a place for residents, current, former, prospective and their families, to emerge from the darkness that is residency training and come together to share their stories and insights.
The founder is Frances Mei Hardin, MD, who is a practicing otolaryngologist in Middle Tennessee, serving a rural population at a community hospital. She obtained her undergraduate degree in biochemistry at the University of Notre Dame, attended medical school at Case Western Reserve University, and completed her otolaryngology residency training in Missouri. In addition to running her own clinic, Dr. Hardin is a featured speaker, author and passionate advocate for resident wellness.
“One of my passions is mentoring the next generation of surgeons. I approach the challenge with supportive guidance and concrete tools that residents can utilize during their training to optimize the experience, and have a roadmap for handling challenging situations.”
The Medical Professionals Empowerment Program (MEDPEP)
MedPEP, the Medical Professionals Empowerment Program, is a podcast series created and sponsored by Physician Health Services (PHS), a charitable organization dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and effectiveness of physicians and medical students. Regulations, technology, organizational complexity, and the explosion of medical knowledge have created a perfect storm for most practicing health professionals.
Western Doctors In Recovery
“Western Doctors in Recovery Group is dedicated to providing a vibrant forum for information, education and encouragement for doctorate level healthcare professionals and their families to support one another in their recovery from alcohol, drugs and other addictions.’
‘Our annual meetings are designed to educate and inspire all who attend. Join us to learn about the newest trends in addiction medicine, to hear stories told by some of our prominent successes and meet with professional colleagues in recovery.”
Washington Academy of Physician Assistants (WAPA)
The vision of the Washington Academy of Physician Assistants is to empower PAs to practice, without barriers, at their highest level of education and experience while fully realizing PAs as integral members and leaders of Washington’s healthcare team.
Washington State Dental Association (WSDA)
The Washington State Dental Association (WSDA) has been the voice of dentistry in Washington since its inception in 1887. With over 4,400 member dentists, WSDA is dedicated to empowering members to advocate and provide the highest quality oral health care.
Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA)
The Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) is a membership organization representing community hospitals, health systems and several other health-related organizations. The association provides issues management and analysis, information, advocacy and other services.
Washington State Medical Association (WSMA)
For more than 125 years, the Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) has worked on behalf of physicians, patients, and the practice community in Washington state. Through the WSMA, physicians and physician assistants stand together regardless of specialty to ensure patients have access to quality care and to make our state the best place to practice medicine and to receive care.
Washington State Veterinary Medical Association (WSVMA)
A community of individuals who are passionate about veterinary medicine and improving the lives of those it touches.
Wellness Resources
A Day of Compassion Cultivation Practice
Cultivating compassion can be challenging at times. Practicing in a spacious and supportive environment, with others, can be particularly helpful. This Day of Compassion Cultivation will include didactic information, simple yet powerful embodied compassion practices, guided meditations and exercises that you can weave into your daily life, time for written reflection, partner exercises, and sharing through group discussion.
Compassion Cultivation Training Course
Compassion Cultivation Training is an eight-week course designed to develop the qualities of compassion, empathy, and kindness for oneself and others. The course, developed by a team of contemplative scholars, clinical psychologists, and researchers at Stanford University, combines traditional contemplative practices with contemporary psychology and scientific research on compassion and is offered in a secular presentation.
Managing and Thriving with Everyday Stress
Resilience helps us bounce back from challenges, and even grow stronger as a result. And it is a trait that can be learned and cultivated. This class draws from the empirically validated approaches of both the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and the Compassion Cultivation Training (CCT) classes, as well as some of the latest neuroscience and research work on resilience.
Mind-Body Medicine
Based on the eight-week course developed by James Gordon, MD, at the Center for Mind Body Medicine in Washington, D.C., MBM introduces the science and skills of meditation, guided imagery, biofeedback, and self-expression in words, drawings, and movement.
Mindfulness Northwest
Since 2011, Mindfulness Northwest has been working with physicians and other medical professionals, offering a variety of programs. Mindfulness for Healthcare Professionals (MHP) an intensive stress-reduction and burnout-prevention training program containing the core elements of the renowned Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) curriculum customized and extended for healthcare practitioners, leadership, and staff. Mindful Self-Compassion (MSR) combines the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion, providing a tool for emotional resilience.
Visit Mindfulness Northwest for the latest list of classes and events or to register for a retreat, workshop, or course.
Professional Development Courses - Professional Boundaries, Inc.
This resource provides courses and presentations on communication and anger management.
Well-Being Index
The mission of the Well-Being Index is to equip individuals and organizations worldwide with the most advanced data, support, and tools needed to foster a workplace culture of wellness.
Financial Resources
Kingsview Partners
To give back to the community that has supported their growth, Kingsview Partners is offering a complimentary financial consultation. Whether you have clear goals or simply want an objective review of your current situation, this consultation is available to anyone interested.
Maggie Knowles
Financial literacy training and daily money managing sessions is offered by Maggie Knowles. She combines eagle-eyed attention to detail with devotion to the clients’ financial wellness. Whether offering daily money managing to seniors or financial literacy training to physicians or college students, she has the ability to set people at ease. Maggie has a background in psychology and education which she applies to her work to address a wide variety of individual needs and is a member of the American Association of Daily Money Managers.
Services:
- Teaching best financial wellness practices
- Creating workable budgets
- Tracking spending and tax deductions
- Bill paying and resolving related issues
- Reconciling bank and credit card accounts
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