Professional Resources
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the Courts
Refers to the different ways people can resolve disputes without a trial.
Call 800-268-7869
Professional Assistance Program
A confidential program to help licensed professionals who are suffering from the effects of a chemical. Confidential
Call 518-474-3817, ext. 480
CPSP-CNY
Clinician Peer Support Program of Central NY is a confidential, trained peer support from another institution in the region; No cost
call 607-547-3244
MSSNY Peer Support (P2)
Medical Society of the State of NY provides limited, confidential peer support from a trained peer supporter in NY (Support, empathy and perspective); No cost
844-P2P-PEER (844-727-7337)
NURSES Statewide Peer Assistance for Nurses (SPAN)
For individual nurses and NPs who are affected by an alcohol or drug related problem or related mental health problem. Staffed by RNs who understand the healthcare workplace and the psychological, professional and legal problems that nurses affected by addiction face
Call 800-45-SPAN-1 (457-7261
Peer RX Med
Buddy peer support system for physicians; your buddy is someone you know
Resident and Fellow Counseling Services (RFCS)
Partnership with Psychological Healthcare that provides expedited and extended hours treatment to Upstate residents and fellows; Insurance only; Accepts Empire Plan and some others • Copays required • Confidential • Does not use EPIC EMR • Not affiliated with Upstate
Call or text 315-491-3676
Physician Support Line
Volunteer psychiatrists helping physicians and medical students. Free, confidential, anonymous; No appointment necessary; Call for any reason; not just crisis. Open 7 days a week 8 am to 1 am ET
American Nurses Association
Site with free tools and apps to support mental health and resilience of all nurses.
Occupational Health Clinical Center
Help you identify work-related illness or injury,the hazards in your workplace and offer assistance in modifying your worksite and/or work habits to prevent further health problems;
Call 315-432-8899
Schwartz Rounds
A safe group discussion of a topic related to the emotional response of health care workers to challenging patients and situations. Several times per year, request invitation from Brigid Dunn, Spiritual Care, Schwartz Rounds coordinator
Mayo Wellbeing Index
Self-assessment tool with resources directed at major sources of stress. Invitation code: Upstate
Nurse Residency Program
Transitions newly hired registered nurses into clinical practice during their first year.
Denise Letourneau 315-464-6417
New Faculty Peer Mentoring Program
Supports the work of new tenure track colleagues in their first two years across the State University of New York. This Peer Mentoring Community offers new faculty an opportunity to talk about vital issues as teachers, scholars and advisors.