By Michael J. Baron, MD, MPH, FASAM Medical Director Every few weeks we receive a phone call asking for help — not with substance use, addiction, or a mental or behavioral health problem, our usual areas of assistance. Instead, these calls are more related to sins of omission: demographic, professional, health, or other personal information…
Dr. John B. Dorian, one of the founders of the Tennessee Medical Foundation Physician’s Health Program (TMF-PHP), died on July 2, 2021 at age 95. The TMF is deeply saddened by his loss. “When I first met Dr. Dorian and learned of his accomplishments, I was reminded of the phrase, ‘Standing on the shoulders of…
TMF Medical Director Michael J. Baron, MD, MPH, FASAM, was recently honored by two national organizations for his work in advancing and improving physician health and recovery. The Federation of State Physician Health Programs (FSPHP) presented him with appreciation awards honoring his work as chair of the Ethics and Evaluation and Treatment Committees, as well…
Registration is now open for the 2021 Caduceus Retreat, titled, “Mindfulness Techniques for Anxiety and Relapse Prevention.” Our featured expert is Katie Hirst, MD, a sought-after speaker on addiction and psychologically-informed mindfulness. TMF’s 34th retreat is scheduled for Friday, June 11-Sunday, June 13, at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs in Franklin, TN. Details and sign-up…
An anonymous online mental health screening tool for Tennessee health professionals saw more than three times the activity expected during its first full year. TMF officials said they believe the higher usage was likely driven by stress related to the Covid-19 pandemic. “We initially expected about 75 health professionals to engage with the screening tool…
The TMF has earned a 2021 Platinum Seal of Transparency! GuideStar Seals of Transparency indicate that a nonprofit has provided key information to its GuideStar profile. This recognition shows a commitment to transparency. Now, everyone can view our financial details and metrics, learn about our organization, and make informed decisions about their support for the Physician’s…
One of the TMF’s longtime partners, the Tennessee Medical Association, recently shared data from the first six months of the Tennessee Professional Screening Questionnaire (TN PSQ), through August 29, in their latest member newsletter, Topline. Read the article here. “The TMA is our founding organization, and one of our most enduring supporters, and we are grateful they…
The Tennessee Professional Screening Questionnaire (TN PSQ) saw good engagement in its first seven months, with 182 Tennessee health professionals taking the screening from February through early September, and higher-than-average connection to nearby resources. That according to a study of the performance of the mental health screening tool conducted of results through September 9. “I…
By Mike Todd Administrator Physician’s Health, Spring 2020 It’s hard to believe I am in my last days with the TMF. I am trying to come up with some highlights to cover all of the years but it’s a real struggle to narrow them down to a manageable number to fit in this message. Because…
Physician’s Health, Spring 2020 The TMF announces some changes in staff for 2020, as it bids farewell to its longtime Administrator Mike Todd on June 30. Ms. Rainwater is Now Executive Director As of April 2020, Jennifer Rainwater, formerly executive assistant to TMF Administrator Mike Todd, Medical Director Dr. Michael Baron, and his predecessor the…