The Iowa Physician Health Program
The Iowa Physician Health Program
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM) (CDT)
Description
The Iowa Physician Health Program
Let's talk about Physician Health! The Iowa Board of Medicine's Physician Health Program (IPHP) provides a safe place for physicians to get the assistance and support they need for mental health conditions, physical health conditions, and substance use disorders that could impact their ability to safely practice medicine. physicians are not immune to health conditions and supports physicians seeking help before their condition impairs their ability to practice medicine. This webinar discusses what the Iowa Physician Health Program is, how it can help and who they work with.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of the Iowa Physician Health Program
- Understand how physicians can utilize the Iowa Physician Health Program
- Understand how the Iowa Physician Health Program works with the enforcement division and licensing division
Natalie Lyons, BS IADC - My entire career has been working with individuals who have struggled with substance use and mental health issues. Prior to coming to the Board of Medicine, I was a parole officer and worked in the judicial system running the drug court program in the 8th judicial district for 3 years before moving back to the Des Moines area. I also worked at House of Mercy in Des Moines for 6 1/2 years. I currently serve on the Federation of State Physician Health Programs research committee and safe haven committee.
CME Credit:
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is the accredited provider and has approved this activity for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, American Osteopathic Association credit, and continuing education contact hours. The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, and devices discussed are investigational or unapproved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The determination of educational content and the selection of speakers is the responsibility of the activity director. No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. If you have questions regarding continuing education credit, please email cme@dmu.edu.