ABOUT THE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS HEALTH PROGRAM

The Medical Professionals Health Program(MPHP) assists professionals who suffer from mental health/behavioral, substance use/abuse issues. We assist those who are experiencing issues with their health and licensure, and any other issues that have the potential to impact/compromise their personal lives and the lives of their patients. The MPHP provides monitoring, advocacy, resources, referrals for treatment, education and outreach services. We do not provide evaluation or treatment, however, we do make recommendations to professional licensing Boards.


WHY MONITOR 

Statistics show that in any given group of people, 10% to 15% will have an alcohol or drug addiction.  The numbers are higher for those who suffer from mental illness at more than 20% of the general population. These numbers hold true within healthcare professions as such illnesses do not discriminate amongst occupation, education, or socioeconomic status. 

The MPHP's goal is to help participants get the assistance they need so they can remain employed and practicing in their chosen professions.  The MPHP works cooperatively with six Maine boards of licensure, hospitals, medical staffs, and associations to ensure that professionals in need of treatment and services find the resources they need. In addition, we assist through the treatment and recovery process, and implement strategies for return to safe practice. 
                    WHY MPHP?
"The program's continued support gave me the encouragement to do what I once thought impossible. The MPHP walked on this path with me to a point where I now have gained far more in my life than I ever lost. Today I live a life of recovery that is based on gratitude for my many blessings, but also for the lessons learned during my struggles with addiction. I am privileged to lead a life more abundant than ever before and I fully believe that I am a better health care provider because of what I have learned. And, for all who took the risk to believe in me again, I will be forever grateful."                                                                                                                                                                       ~Anonymous MPHP Participant~
Professionals eligible for MPHP Services:  (includes students of these professions.)
  • Dentists & Allied Dental Professionals 
  • Nurses (& LPN, APRN)
  • Pharmacists
  • Pharmacy Technicians
  • Physicians - MD/DO
  • Physician Assistants 
  • Veterinarians 

GET HELP TODAY - CONTACT MPHP     ~     MPHP@MAINEMED.COM       (207) 623 - 9266

Medical Professionals Health Program ~ 20 Pelton Hill Rd ~ Manchester, ME 04351 ~ (207) 623-9266 ~ Fax: (207) 430-8386