Wellbeing

Concern About Immediate Harm

Crisis Services 24-hour hotline: 716-834-3131

This service offers a 24/7 response to concerns in the area of emergency mental health services. It offers a local resource for treating and assisting people in emotional crisis through a variety of therapeutic services. Calls can be for information, referral or immediate assistance.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (toll-free) 1-800-273-TALK

911 – Call if there is an injury or immediate danger, and the situation requires that a law enforcement officer, firefighter or emergency medical help is needed right away.

UB Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Counselors can meet with residents on all UB campuses. Submit the form via the website or by calling 716-645-4461 or email ub-eap@buffalo.edu.

Neal – EPA – 716-645-4458

Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (COEM)

COEM is the provider for resident and fellow employee health requirements.

COEM Social Worker

Contact Carrie Wieder, social worker, by email or call 716-898-4967 for support and resources.

ECMC Help Center

The Help Center provides outpatient evaluations for individuals who have the desire to link with mental health services, as well as provide short-term intervention for those who may be experiencing a crisis or feeling distressed. To access, call 716-898-HOPE (4673), press option #3 (psychiatry), then press option #4 (Psychiatric Help Center).

Fitness for Duty Concern

Program directors may contact the Lead Physician for Resident Employee Health, Kenyani Davis, MD, if they are concerned about a resident or fellow’s fitness for duty.