“I saw it on social media.” For physicians, #misinformation can shape patient expectations, influence care decisions, and take valuable time to address during a visit. 85% of #physicians say social media often or very often contributes to patient misinformation. 48% identify it as the single most significant source. Read the survey: physiciansfoundation.org/res…

Happening today at 1 PM ET, FSPHP is hosting When Physicians Become Patients, a #CME webinar on caring for #physicians with medical, #mentalhealth and substance use needs. Register now: fsphp.mclms.net/en/package/1…

On #NPSAday, we recognize that physician well-being is inseparable from the conditions in which physicians work. Our survey, published today, found that 61% of physicians experiencing debilitating stress report excessive workload, staffing shortages, or insufficient time with patients. Supporting physicians means addressing the systems that contribute to burnout—not just the symptoms. Read the report: physiciansfoundation.org/res…

Trust is essential to the patient–physician relationship. Rebuilding it requires rethinking the systems, incentives, technology, and policies that shape care. Dr. @LisaRotenstein and Dr. Gary Price explore what it will take in a new @JAMAInternalMed Perspective, Rebuilding Trust in the Patient-Physician Relationship. Read the Perspective: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…

Do you know a physician doing outstanding work to address drivers of health in their community? Nominate them today! Applications are open for the Dr. Buz Cooper Award for Addressing #DriversOfHealth. 🏆 $10,000 award + national recognition Apply by Sept. 13: physiciansfoundation.org/lea…

#DriversOfHealth grant proposals due in one week! The Physicians Foundation is seeking proposals from medical associations working to strengthen physicians’ ability to identify and address drivers of health as part of regular patient care. Up to five organizations will receive grants of up to $75,000 to advance physician-led solutions that make screening, referral, and resource navigation more actionable in practice. 📅 Proposals due September 9, 2026 📷 Learn more and apply: physiciansfoundation.org/gra…

🚨NEW Survey of America's Physicians finds health misinformation is becoming even more pervasive in the exam room. Learn more about the sources of misinformation, the impact it has on how patients make health decisions, and trust in the exam room. Full report out now: physiciansfoundation.org/res…

How can healthcare better support patients’ long-term health? In a new @JAMAHealthForum Viewpoint, Dr. @DhruvKhullar and co-authors explore how multiyear #MedicareAdvantage enrollment could encourage investment in preventive care and #DriversOfHealth like nutrition, transportation, and home care. jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…

New grant opportunity! The Physicians Foundation is seeking proposals from medical associations working to strengthen physicians’ ability to identify and address drivers of health as part of regular patient care. Up to five organizations will receive grants of up to $75,000 to advance physician-led solutions that make screening, referral, and resource navigation more actionable in practice. 📅 Proposals due September 9, 2026 🔗 Learn more and apply: physiciansfoundation.org/gra…

On September 23, Federation of State Physician Health Programs, INC (FSPHP), a Physicians Foundation grantee, will host When Physicians Become Patients: Providing Care for General Medical, Mental Health, and Substance Use Disorders. Nearly three in four physicians (73%) say stigma still surrounds mental health and seeking mental health care among physicians, according to our 2025 Wellbeing Survey. The webinar will explore strategies to strengthen trust, protect confidentiality and better support physicians seeking care. 📆 Wednesday, September 23, 2026 📌 1:00–3:00 PM Eastern Time ✏️ 2 CME Credits Register now: fsphp.mclms.net/en/package/1…

Nominations are now open! The Dr. Buz Cooper Award recognizes early- and mid-career #Physicians advancing #DriversOfHealth in their communities. The recipient will receive $10,000 to further their work. Apply now: physiciansfoundation.org/lea…

“The way we can afford more access is working within the team model.” — Dr. Robert Monteiro At today’s @Health_Affairs webinar, panelists discussed how physician-led, team-based care can expand access while ensuring patients receive coordinated, high-quality #PrimaryCare.

We’re live for the @Health_Affairs Practice of Medicine webinar, Confronting the Primary Care Crisis. “We cannot solve the workforce crisis simply by asking physicians and their teams to work harder within a system that steadily makes their work more difficult.” — Dr. @md_ripley Join the conversation: healthaffairs.org/do/10.1377…