Professional Resources
Upstate Wellness Resource Line
Confidential line answered 24/7 by triage nurse who will refer you to the most appropriate resource.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the Courts
refers to the different ways people can resolve disputes without a trial.
Call 800-268-7869 http://ww2.nycourts.gov/ip/adr/index.shtml
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 pap@mail.nysed.gov http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/pap.htm
CPSP-CNY
Clinician Peer Support Program of Central NY is a confidential, trained peer support from another institution in the region; No cost
607-547-3244 clinicianpeertopeer@bassett.org http://www.bassett.org/sites/default/files/2021-01/Clinician_Peer_Support_Program_of_Central_NY_CPSP-CNY.pdf
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)
844-P2P-PEER (844-727-7337) P2p@mssny.org
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
800-45-SPAN-1 (457-7261) SPAN@NYSNA.org http://www.nysna.org
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 680-876-4517
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
Call 888-409-0141 https://www.physiciansupportline.com/
Physician Litigation Stress Resource Center
Assists newly sued physicians access unbiased information on malpractice lawsuit process and the mental and emotional dynamics that accompany this process.
American Nurses Association
site with free tools and apps to support mental health and resilience of all nurses
Healthy Nurse Health Nation
Free program that promotes wellbeing of 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.
315-432-8899 https://ohccupstate.org/
EAP: Employee Assistance Program
EAP is a voluntary, work-based program that offers free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals and follow up services to employees who have personal and/or work - related problems.
315-492-5296 cristina@upstate.edu https://www.upstate.edu/eap/
Staff Wellness Support Social Worker
Brief support for staff who have experienced critical care trauma; can provide resource information and connection
315-464-6001 angelonl@upstate.edu
Spiritual Care
Chaplains, services, educational programs, Reiki (For staff or patients)
315-464-4687 https://www.upstate.edu/spiritualcare
SUNY Upstate Office of Institutional Equity
Consulting on and investigating allegations of protected class discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment.
315-464-9590, or via online reporting equity@upstate.edu https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?SUNYUpstate&layout_id=0.
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
Email DunnBrig@upstate.edu
Pathway to Wellness
Wellness, health and self-care; Offers weekly and monthly activities and events that promote wellness; Smoking cessation support (including supplies); Open to all with an Upstate ID
Pet-A-Pooch (Animal Support)
Request a staff event visit or become a pet therapy volunteer
315-492-5548 casvperv@upstate.edu https://www.upstate.edu/wellness/#sts=Pet%20A%20Pooch%20(Animal%20Support) ,
Mayo Wellbeing Index
Self-assessment tool with resources directed at major sources of stress. https://app.mywellbeingindex.org/login. Invitation code: Upstate
Virgin Pulse Wellness Program
Jealthy behavior and wellness resources for RF (Research Foundation) employees only
Nurse Residency Program
Transitions newly hired registered nurses into clinical practice during their first year.
Contact 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.
Email chris.price@suny.edu https://sunycpd.eventsair.comnfmp