NCMS encourages physician wellness and a healthy
work-life balance.
NCMS advocates for physicians by engaging with our
legislators, regulators, and payers, providing benefits to achieve work-life
balance, and assisting with potentially overwhelming administrative burdens to
ease some of the issues that can contribute to physician stress and burnout.
Below are some resources available to help bring back your passion for being a
doctor.
Social Activities
NCMS hosts social
events for physicians to engage in fellowship to promote collegiality
and build support networks
- TMA
provides a travel program through Gohagan &
Company. Travel to some of the most beautiful places in the world and earn
CME in the process.
Emotional/Spiritual Support
- TMA
partners with Anticipate Joy - TMA has contracted with
Anticipate Joy to provide confidential, online counseling services to
physicians licensed in Texas (TMA members and nonmembers) and their
immediate family. You can choose from a diverse network of therapists to
address work stress, anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and
more. Cost is $25 per session.
- The
Jung Center champions the value of living an examined life
and encourages action rooted in reflection and connection, offering a wide
range of seminars on a variety of topics that ultimately impacts
wellness.
Financial Resources
Physician Assistance - Financial assistance programs from the Texas
Medical Association (TMA).
- TMA Physicians Benevolent Fund (PBF) helps
physicians and their families with personal expenses such as rent, utilities,
and medical bills.
- TMA
PBF Wellness Fund (formerly the Physician Health and Rehab (PHR) Assistance
Fund) provides financial help to physicians for treatment for
depression, substance use disorders, or other potentially impairing conditions.