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Physicians on the brink: Suicidal ideation in NC


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Physician suicide is a longstanding issue, with doctors contemplating ending their own lives as frequently as non-physicians. However, a recent survey of North Carolina doctors indicates the problem may be more severe than previously understood. Join Jean Fisher Brinkley and Dr. Joe Jordan, CEO of the North Carolina Professionals Health Program, as they discuss the alarming findings from NCPHP's recent Suicidal Ideation Survey and explore solutions to address this critical issue.

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Host: Jean Fisher Brinkley
Guest: Dr. Joe Jordan, CEO of the North Carolina Professionals Health Program
Producer: Sylvia French-Hodges

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