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Alcoholism and Healthcare Workers. Are Frontline Medical Staff Experiencing a Mental Health Crisis?
- Author: Vários
- Narrator: Vários
- Publisher: Podcast
- Duration: 0:22:49
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Synopsis
A new survey reports that a whopping 14% (1 in 7) of American physicians note that they have used alcohol or a controlled substance while working. Additionally, 46% mentioned consuming alcohol or a controlled substance up to 12 hours before their shift. We can all guess that healthcare workers have been stressed out since the pandemic started, but what is going on? And, perhaps most importantly, is anyone doing anything about it? Listen as Dr. Philip Hemphill, Chief Clinical Officer and Strategic Board Advisor for APN, shares what the latest findings show. To learn more -- or read the transcript -- visit the show's official episode page. A celebrated expert with 30 years of experience in the behavioral health and addictive service industry, Dr. Philip Hemphill serves as Chief Clinical Officer and Strategic Board Advisor for APN, where he is responsible for maintaining excellent clinical care across the entire continuum of care that APN offers. As a highly respected thought leader, Dr. Hemphill regularly publ