Things don’t always go as planned. And when they don’t, you are not on your own. There is an entire community of physicians who are pulling for you, wanting to offer support during this challenging time.
So we created the Physicians Insurance Peer Support Program.
Your peer support consultant is…
- A volunteer member physician
- Compassionate, thoughtful, discreet
- Specially trained in peer support
- Ready to listen
Your peer support consultant is not…
- A counselor or therapist
- Reviewing medical records or giving clinical opinions
- Sharing your confidential discussions
Many of your peers have dealt with the aftermath of unanticipated outcomes of patient care. These seasoned and compassionate professionals are ready to talk with you, confidentially, peer-to-peer. They know how helpful it is to share the experience with someone who has already walked this path. Physicians Insurance's Peer Support Program is offered as part of our Claims Department services to help members deal with the impact of adverse events. Our consultants are volunteer member physicians. They understand the impact on your personal and professional life, and have been trained to reach out to colleagues following an unanticipated outcome. This support is confidential and meant to help you process the effects of an unanticipated outcome. Participation is voluntary and members are free to request or decline this support as they wish.
GET MORE INFORMATION
Visit our website for additional information on provider support and learn about common symptoms after an adverse event, such as fatigue, intrusive thoughts, insomnia, and more.
www.phyins.com/providersupport
OTHER RESOURCES
Litigation Support
Stress is an almost inevitable component of litigation. A physician survey indicates that stress has manifestations in the physician’s physical health that may include fatigue, anxiety, and loss of sleep. In addition, other areas affected by litigation may include income, relationships with peers, and productivity.
Physicians Insurance offers a unique service to policyholders: the Provider Support Program. In the event you become a defendant in a medical-malpractice lawsuit, you will have access to our support services to help you manage the stress of litigation. In addition, all discussions of support are privileged communications, and confidential.
Read real stories of how Physicians Insurance approaches claims, and how we support our policyholders.
The Value of Provider Support
Check out our provider support guide at: tinyurl.com/ybjxwwbq
OR RESOURCES
Oregon Patient Safety Commission “Care for the Caregiver” program
www.oregonpatientsafety.org/healthprofessional-resources/
ID RESOURCES
Idaho Physician Recovery Network
www.southworthassociates.net/monitoring/physician-recovery-network
AK RESOURCES
Alaska Federation of State Physician Health Programs Resources
WY RESOURCES
Wyoming Professional Assistance Program
www.fsphp.org/state-php/wyoming
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Washington Physicians Health Program
The Washington Physicians Health Program is an independent, physician-led, non-profit organization intended to assist health-care professionals with medical conditions that may affect their ability to practice medicine safely. These conditions may include substance abuse, behavioral health disorders, and physical and cognitive disorders. The WPHP is a confidential resource to the maximum extent provided by law.
Among the wellness services offered:
- Mindfulness for health-care professionals
- Compassion-cultivation training
- Mind-body medicine
Additional services include providing education and support for the community, including:
- Family services and support
- Speaking engagements
- Literature and publications
- Other resources and content
For more information about WPHP, visit www.wphp.org/.