About

The Illinois Professionals Health Program (IPHP) is a statewide program providing support, accountability, and earned advocacy for healthcare professionals throughout Illinois.

We provide confidential consultation, support, and monitoring/case management services to Illinois healthcare professionals facing health and wellbeing concerns.

The IPHP is recognized by the Federation of State Physician Health Programs (FSPHP) as the approved physician health program for Illinois, and by the National Organization of Alternative Programs (NOAP) as the alternative to discipline program for Illinois.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the IPHP is to support and guide Illinois healthcare professionals to wellness and healing, thereby promoting safe professional practice and enriching the lives of healers and their patients.

 

Who We Serve

 
 
Doctors

Doctors

Nurses

Nurses

Hospital Administrators

Hospital Administrators

IPHP serves

  • Physicians

  • Nurses

  • Pharmacists

  • Pharmacy Technicians

  • Dentists

  • Chiropractors

  • Veterinarians

  • And Others

 

We assist healthcare professionals facing

  • Substance Use Disorders

  • Mental and Behavioral Health Problems

  • Disruptive Behavior/Professionalism

  • Stress and Burnout

  • Cognitive Issues

  • Boundary Violations

  • Physical Illness

Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians

Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians

Dentists

Dentists

Veterinarians

Veterinarians

Services

  • Anonymous Inquiries

  • Consultation

  • Intervention Services

  • Screening

  • Referral

  • Case Management

  • Monitoring

  • Compliance Documentation

  • Education

 

Who Can Contact Us?

  • Any healthcare or other professional

  • Healthcare Administrators

  • Wellness Committees

  • Human Resource personnel

  • Employee Assistance Professionals (EAPs)

  • Managers or Supervisors

  • Others concerned about work performance issues

  • Concerned colleagues

  • Family members of professionals

  • Clinicians treating professionals

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Our 24-hour Help Line is for urgent concerns.

Call 1-800-215-HELP (4357)

Program Goals

 

The IPHP promotes the health and wellbeing of Illinois healthcare professionals of all disciplines. We address any and all physical, mental, emotional, and/or behavioral problems that may adversely affect client’s private or professional lives.

 

We provide screening and referral

to resources who are familiar with the specialized needs of licensed healthcare professionals, and who have expertise in the area being addressed

 

Support and monitoring

of professionals so that they may be able to sustain meaningful life changes for the sake of their health and to maintain the trust and confidence of those whom they serve.

Consultation and guidance

to people concerned about the health and functioning of a healthcare professional residing or practicing in Illinois.

 

And we insure accountability

through documentation of compliance with recommended treatment and/or behavioral plans for professionals who need advocacy with various regulatory or administrative agencies.