Physician Wellness Program

Specialized Psychiatric Care for Medical Professionals Under Monitoring

If you're a physician, PA, or prescriber facing monitoring by CPH, OPMC, or HAVEN, you need specialized psychiatric support that understands the unique pressures of practicing medicine while managing behavioral health concerns.

Dr. Lazarevic has over 10 years of experience supporting monitored medical professionals—providing the expert care, confidentiality, and advocacy you need to safely return to practice.

Why Physicians Choose Dr. Lazarevic

She Understands Your World. As a physician herself, Dr. Lazarevic understands:

• The stress and shame of being monitored
• The fear of losing your license and livelihood
• The challenge of balancing treatment with practice demands
• The need for absolute confidentiality
• The importance of detailed, defensible documentation

You're not just another patient. You're a colleague who needs expert, compassionate support during a difficult time.

Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs)

Comprehensive, Defensible Reports That Boards Respect

Dr. Lazarevic's IMEs are recognized by CPH, OPMC, and HAVEN for their exceptional thoroughness and clinical rigor.

What makes her IMEs different:

• Comprehensive interviews: 90-120 minutes (often requiring 1-2 sessions) to fully understand your history
• Extensive collateral contacts: Family, colleagues, previous providers (with your permission)
• Thorough record review: All relevant medical, psychiatric, and monitoring documentation
• Evidence-based recommendations: Clear, actionable treatment plans when clinically indicated
• Detailed clinical rationale: Every recommendation is supported by comprehensive assessment findings
• Timely completion: Reports typically completed within 2 weeks

IME Process:

• Step 1: Initial Contact: Call (212) 924-2871 to discuss your situation confidentially

• Step 2: Scheduling: Schedule your evaluation (in-person in NY/CT or via telemedicine)

• Step 3: Interview: 90-120 minute comprehensive psychiatric evaluation

• Step 4: Collateral Work : Dr. Lazarevic contacts collateral sources and reviews all records

• Step 5: Report Completion : Detailed clinical report completed within 2 weeks

• Step 6: Report Release : Upon full payment, report is released to you and/or monitoring entity

IME Fee: $3,600 (includes all interviews, collateral contacts, record review, and report)

Payment plans available. Report released upon full payment.

Ongoing Monitoring Support

Beyond the IME: Sustained Treatment & Advocacy

If you are a physician who requires ongoing psychiatric care while under monitoring. Dr. Lazarevic provides:

Medication Management:

• Expert psychiatric medication optimization
• Consideration of practice demands and monitoring requirements
• Careful documentation for board compliance
• Regular monitoring of response and side effects

Individual Psychotherapy:

• Confidential therapy to process the stress of monitoring
• Address underlying mental health or substance use concerns
• Develop healthy coping strategies for high-pressure medical practice
• Work through shame, anxiety, and identity challenges

Quarterly Monitoring Reports:

• Detailed progress reports for monitoring entities
• Documentation of treatment compliance and progress
• Advocacy for your clinical needs
• Clear communication with monitoring bodies

Telemedicine Options:

• Flexible scheduling for busy medical professionals
• Confidential video appointments
• Available for ongoing care (initial IMEs typically in-person)

Who We Support

Medical Professionals Monitored By:

• CPH (Committee for Physicians Health - NY)
• OPMC (Office of Professional Medical Conduct - NY)
• HAVEN (Health Assistance Intervention Network - CT)
• Other state monitoring programs

Confidentiality & Professional Respect

Your privacy is paramount.

All communications are:

• HIPAA compliant
• Professionally respectful
• Documented appropriately for monitoring requirements
• Handled with understanding of the sensitivity of your situation

You will never be judged. You will be treated as the skilled professional you are—who happens to be facing a challenging time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I do the IME via telemedicine?
A: Initial IMEs are typically conducted in-person for the most comprehensive assessment. However, telemedicine may be available depending on circumstances and state licensing. Call to discuss your situation.

Q: How long does the IME take?
A: The interview itself is 90-120 minutes, sometimes requiring a second session for complex cases. The full process (including collateral contacts and report writing) takes approximately 2 weeks. In rare circumstances, the timeline may be extended if additional collateral information is needed.

Q: Will you advocate for me with the monitoring entity?
A: Dr. Lazarevic's role is to provide an accurate, clinical assessment. If treatment is indicated, she provides clear recommendations. If monitoring entities contact her, she responds professionally and factually based on her clinical findings.

Q: Can you help me return to practice faster?
A: Dr. Lazarevic provides expert clinical care and thorough documentation. The timeline for return to practice is ultimately determined by the monitoring entity based on your compliance, progress, and clinical stability.

Success Stories

While we cannot share identifying details due to confidentiality, Dr. Lazarevic has successfully supported tens of dozens of physicians and PAs through monitoring and back to safe, fulfilling medical practice. Often the call years later to tell her how they have been been doing.

Many monitored professionals go on to have successful, long careers after completing treatment and monitoring requirements.

Get Started

If you're facing monitoring or need an IME, contact us confidentially to discuss your situation.