Business Details
37 Years
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Emergency
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Your Partner in Physician Wellbeing
Colorado Physician Health Program has dedicated itself to advancing the health and well-being of medical professionals across Colorado. Our mission focuses on providing comprehensive evaluation, treatment referral, support, education, and research tailored to physicians, physician assistants, and anesthesiology assistants. With over three decades of service, we have established trusted partnerships within the medical community to address critical issues such as substance abuse, behavioral concerns, and workplace stress. Our annual report highlights our impact, including supporting 829 professionals and expanding initiatives like the Provider Health Introduction program.We prioritize confidentiality and accessibility, offering free services to licensed professionals while advocating for systemic changes that reduce stigma around seeking help. Our team delivers 24/7 clinical support through a dedicated pager and maintains uninterrupted statewide services from our Denver headquarters. By fostering physician health, we strengthen the foundation of Colorado's healthcare system. Our vision remains clear: a healthier Colorado through the well-being of its medical professionals.
Services
Critical Incident Services
Doc2Doc Consulting
Family Services
Treatment Referrals
Wellness Education
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 clinical support for urgent matters via a dedicated pager.
- Our services are completely free and confidential for licensed professionals.
- We maintain partnerships with medical institutions across Colorado.
- Our team specializes in addressing physician-specific health challenges.
- We advocate for systemic changes to reduce stigma around help-seeking.
What people say
Confidential support
Timely interventions
Specialized understanding
Educational value
Stigma reduction
Services
Critical Incident Services
Our Critical Incident/Debriefing Services provide immediate psychological support for medical professionals facing traumatic workplace events. We help physicians process stress, prevent burnout, and maintain professional resilience through confidential one-on-one sessions and group debriefings. This service ensures healthcare providers receive timely mental health interventions.
Doc2Doc Consulting
Doc2Doc Wellbeing Consulting offers peer-to-peer mental health support for physicians. Our experienced consultants provide practical strategies to manage work-life balance, reduce stress, and navigate career challenges. This proactive service helps prevent burnout and promotes long-term professional satisfaction through confidential, non-clinical consultations.
Treatment Referrals
We connect physicians with specialized treatment programs for substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and behavioral health issues. Our referral network includes facilities experienced in treating medical professionals, ensuring appropriate care that considers licensing requirements and professional obligations while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Family Services
Family Services provides resources and support for physicians' families dealing with addiction, mental health issues, or relationship challenges. We offer guidance to help families understand healthcare professionals' unique stressors and provide tools to support their loved ones' recovery and well-being.
Wellness Education
Our Wellness Education initiatives deliver workplace training on stress management, boundary setting, and substance abuse prevention. We provide hospitals and medical institutions with evidence-based programs to create healthier work environments and promote early intervention for at-risk professionals.
Questions
Are your services free for Colorado medical professionals?
Yes, all our direct services are completely free for Colorado-licensed physicians, physician assistants, and anesthesiology assistants.
Do you offer 24/7 support for urgent matters?
We provide after-hours clinical support through our dedicated pager at (303) 916-8837 for urgent mental health concerns.
What types of issues do you help physicians with?
We address substance use disorders, mental health conditions, workplace stress, boundary issues, and personal/family stressors affecting professional performance.
How do you maintain confidentiality?
We follow strict confidentiality protocols, with no reporting to licensing boards unless required by law or imminent safety concerns.
Can family members access your services?
Yes, we offer Family Services to help physicians' loved ones understand and support healthcare professionals' unique challenges.
What is your referral process?
Physicians can self-refer or be referred by colleagues. Contact us directly to initiate a confidential consultation and receive appropriate referrals.
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Reviews (6)
Gordon L.
Jun 28, 2021
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Zero stars. Do everything to avoid this facility. I have been evaluated once by them and once by Acumens (at a cost of $5,000) at CPHP's request. Both reports stated there was no psychological reason for me not to practice medicine and the physicians at Acumen's said I was the kind of doctor they would want taking care of them. CPHP recommended to the state Medical Board that I would only be safe practicing medicine if I was in counseling.
When I asked them to change their recommendation to the Colorado Medical Board, they said they would sue me in court. I reminded them of what Acumen's stated in their report and they said, the do not always follow recommendations from referrals. (Did I mention I paid $5,000) I had to get my lawyer involved to keep everything confidential. This office has too much power to decide the fates of medical doctors. IT needs to be dismantled with new physicians and a office needs to be set up that has a broader group of physicians deciding these cases. I had two negative reports and they still placed restrictions on me. AVOID. Dismantle.
When I asked them to change their recommendation to the Colorado Medical Board, they said they would sue me in court. I reminded them of what Acumen's stated in their report and they said, the do not always follow recommendations from referrals. (Did I mention I paid $5,000) I had to get my lawyer involved to keep everything confidential. This office has too much power to decide the fates of medical doctors. IT needs to be dismantled with new physicians and a office needs to be set up that has a broader group of physicians deciding these cases. I had two negative reports and they still placed restrictions on me. AVOID. Dismantle.
Sarah Smith
Jun 14, 2021
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DO NOT TRUST THEM! My husband went to them for help. The evaluation group would not let him be part of the meeting that decided his fate. He had his psychiatrist AND his supervisor talk to them and tell them the recommendations they were making were absolutely not in his best interest. They did not care. He was put on drug and alcohol monitoring which is costing us hundreds of dollars each month and he didn't even have a drug/alcohol related problem.
They also refuse to give any sort of timeline for how long they are going to own him. Their response to all questions about their plan has been, "well this is better than losing your medical license." He wasn't in jeopardy of that happening. He went for help and they have been nothing but a nightmare. IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER AND MENTAL HEALTH, STAY VERY FAR AWAY FROM CPHP! Seek out a psychiatrist or literally anyone else. Just DO NOT contact CPHP. They will make everything worse.
They also refuse to give any sort of timeline for how long they are going to own him. Their response to all questions about their plan has been, "well this is better than losing your medical license." He wasn't in jeopardy of that happening. He went for help and they have been nothing but a nightmare. IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER AND MENTAL HEALTH, STAY VERY FAR AWAY FROM CPHP! Seek out a psychiatrist or literally anyone else. Just DO NOT contact CPHP. They will make everything worse.
Gary Graham
Nov 10, 2018
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Not sure where these other reviewers are coming from but my experience was totally positive with Dr Gunderson--and they finished with me in a timely manner
James Frankart
May 06, 2018
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You must consult an attorney before going to CPHP for help. Once you call them, they will own you and dictate your life for at least the next five years. Do not ever think they are your ally or have a fiduciary relationship with you. Their business exists by making providers look bad. If your attorney or the Board says you need to talk to them; prepare for the worst. They will make your life a living hell.
Anonny Mouse
Jan 22, 2018
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My experience was identical to the above user. Terrible. Do not believe that they care about you or your health or well being. Avoid them like the plague. Ask for a different service from the outset if you can. Their funders: COPIC and the Colorado Medical Board need to wise up.
Tuesdayj
Oct 29, 2014
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Avoid at all cost. Went into their office for job advice and became stuck in the program for years. Please note: I have a physical disability and NOT a drug or alcohol problem and have NEVER had trouble with the medical board. Instead of help, they have been a huge hindrance and source of stress. They have never helped me in any way. They are the "tar baby" from Brer Rabbit -once touched you can't get away.
