Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society can ensure a vibrant future for the medical community in Pennsylvania through our essential programs:
Student Financial Services – We proudly administer over one dozen annual scholarship funds and a loan program to support the future of medicine. Since 1948, we’ve awarded nearly $24 million loan and scholarship dollars to more than 4,700 students.
Pennsylvania Physicians’ Health Program (PA PHP) – The PA PHP provides monitoring and advocacy for physicians and other eligible health care professionals who have substance use disorders, mental health issues or behavioral concerns that impact their ability to practice their chosen profession safely. Since its inception in 1987, the PA PHP has assisted more than 4,500 health care professionals.
LifeGuard® - LifeGuard® is a vanguard for addressing clinical competency assessment needs for physician and other health care professionals. This nationally recognized program serves physicians in more than 24 states. Through carefully customized evaluation programs, LifeGuard® aims to facilitate higher performing physicians, promote patient safety and enhance the quality of medical care provided to ensure complete clinical competency. LifeGuard ® has proudly assisted 338 physicians from 31 states and the District of Columbia.