I live with a physician who I think is unwell and about whom I am very worried. When do my needs as a spouse come into play?

Over the years the program staff has recognized the critical role that partners and family play in the well-being of physicians and physicians-in-training. We are also aware that long before we see the dysfunction in the work place, problems have generally arisen within the home setting. Many of the illnesses that we deal with, impact dramatically on the family. Family members should not have to shoulder this burden alone. The PHP regularly offers support to family members, even if they want to contact the program anonymously.