Physician Wellness

Physicians Supporting Physicians: Join Us in Leading Change

At the Academy of Medicine of Cincinnati, physician wellness is not just an initiative — it is central to who we are. As we reshape the Academy for the realities of 21st-century medicine, physician wellbeing and building an interconnected medical community is at the heart of our mission. We believe that a stronger, healthier physician community benefits every patient, every system, and every neighborhood.

In 2025, our Academy President, Dr. Chris Paprzycki, has used his own story to speak powerfully on physician wellbeing, breaking the silence around mental health and seeking to normalize asking for help. His candor and courage underscores the Academy’s commitment to creating a culture where physicians, residents, and medical students are supported, empowered, and never alone.

This work is gaining momentum. Through the Cincinnati Coalition for Physician Wellness, the Academy is collaborating with health systems, academic institutions, and community partners to build a regional framework for prevention, crisis response, education, and treatment. Together, we are working to shift culture, reduce stigma, and ensure physicians can thrive both personally and professionally.

We invite you to join us in this important work. A healthier physician community is the foundation of a healthier Cincinnati.

Dr. Paprzycki's Story

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Resources for Cincinnati Physicians

FOR IMMEDIATE SUPPORT:  988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline  provides immediate, free 24/7 crisis support via phone (988), text (988), or online chat for anyone experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts.

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Invest in a Healthier Physician Community

Support wellness programs for local physicians by giving to the Physician Wellbeing Fund of the Academy of Medicine Foundation. Donations are tax deductible and strengthen efforts in prevention, crisis response, education, and treatment for medical students, residents, and physicians in our community. 

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The Cincinnati Coalition for Physician Wellness

Recognizing a strong association between physician burnout, the emergence of mental illness and physician suicide, the Cincinnati Coalition for Physician Wellness and several of its health system constituents have partnered with the Lindner Center of HOPE to establish the  Physician Mental Health Program.  For more information on joining the Coalition please contact the Academy of Medicine of Cincinnati at 513-421-7010 or email academy@academyofmedicine.org

In addition to the Academy, Coalition members include:

• Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
• Mercy Health
• Ohio Physicians Health Program (OPHP)
• St. Elizabeth Healthcare
• The Christ Hospital Health Network
• TriHealth
• UC Health

 Summary Of The CCPW

Physician Mental Health Program

Lindner Center of Hope's private, rapid access service for physicians in need of psychiatric evaluation is available 24/7 for crisis situations in which a physician would need hospital admission. It also offers a five-day per week outpatient diagnostic assessment and treatment provision or referral. A select group of top psychiatrists and psychologists are available on a daily basis. For more information see the website or for a confidential appointment (either self-referral or referral by a second party) call 513-536-0311.

Untreated mental illness among physicians can pose risks to the quality and safety of patient care, prescribing habits, test ordering, risk of malpractice suits, and patient adherence to treatment recommendations.