IDAA Recovery News and Updates

Welcoming New Board Members & Thanking Those Who Served

We are pleased to welcome the newest members of the IDAA Board of Directors and thank them for their willingness to serve and help guide our fellowship forward:

• Board Chair-Elect: Erin K.
• Member-at-Large: Cliff H.
• Member-at-Large: Maureen M.
• Secretary: Cris G.
• Communications Committee Chair: Siobhan K.

We are equally grateful to Adam S., Mark G., Julie B., and Claire R. for their dedicated service on the Board. Their time, leadership, and commitment to IDAA have made a lasting impact, and we sincerely thank them for all they have contributed.

Please join us in welcoming our new Board members and expressing our appreciation to those who have served. We are grateful for the continued dedication and service of everyone who helps strengthen IDAA and carry our mission forward.

IDAA Saturday Speaker Meeting Recording

We’re excited to share that the recording of our recent Saturday Speaker Meeting is now available in the archive section of the Member Compass!

Speaker: Sam B.

Location: Florida

Professional Designation: Pharm.D.

All members and their friends are welcome to join the IDAA Monthly Saturday Speaker Meeting—a wonderful chance to see the heart of our community and learn more about IDAA.

Do you know someone who might benefit from attending? Click Here for an image with the zoom details you can share with them!

Don’t miss the chance to hear inspiring stories of experience, strength, and hope. Visit the portal now to access the recording:

Saturday Speaker Archives (Click Here)

**Membership required to access

Chicago Conference Recordings

The 2026 Chicago Conference recordings are now available in the Member Compass!

Rewatch your favorite presentations, review CE slides, catch a session you missed, or experience the conference content for the first time if you weren’t able to join us in Chicago.



Visit the Archives under 2026 Conference in the Member Compass to access recordings and materials.

*You must be signed into your IDAA account to access this content.

2027 Conference: Registration is Now Open!

Join us in Orlando, Florida, July 21–25, 2027, for the IDAA Annual Conference at the beautiful Marriott Renaissance SeaWorld.

Reconnect with friends, make new lifelong connections, and experience the strength, hope, and inspiration that make IDAA a true spiritual shot in the arm for recovery. We look forward to traveling the Road of Happy Destiny together.

Register today and be part of the magic!

Our Gratitude Report

We’re grateful for the generosity and support of the IDAA community and all that we’ve been able to accomplish together.

If you missed our recent Gratitude Report, we invite you to take a few moments to see the impact your support continues to make across IDAA.

[View the Gratitude Report]

BDDG 2026 Convention

Join the British Doctors and Dentists Group (BDDG) October 9–11 at the Denham Grove Hotel in Uxbridge.

The weekend will feature peer-led mutual support groups, including AA, CA, NA, OA, Al-Anon, SMART Recovery, as well as special interest and breakout groups.

More information can be found on their website (Click here)

Meeting Highlights

Where: All meetings below are accessed through the IDAA Member Compass under the Meeting List tab.

Please note: We recommend signing in a few minutes before the meeting to confirm you can log in and access the Member Compass.

New IDAA members must be approved by Central Office before gaining access to the Member Compass, which includes meeting links. Please allow sufficient time during regular business hours for your membership to be approved prior to the meeting.

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NEW! Monthly Family Recovery Sunday Meeting

This virtual, monthly Family Recovery Meeting offers a supportive space for spouses, parents, and children of medical professionals with substance use disorder to connect, share experiences, and recover together.



📅 When: Third Sunday of every month at 8:00 PM ET

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IDAA Singles Meeting

This virtual, weekly recovery meeting offers a welcoming space for health care professionals navigating single life in recovery to connect, share experiences, and support one another through reading and discussion.

📅 When: Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM ET

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IDAA Couples Meeting

This virtual, topic-based meeting offers a confidential space for couples to connect, communicate, and learn alongside others who understand the recovery journey.

📅 When:4th Wednesday every month at 7:30PM ET

Are you a couple interested in sharing your experience at one of our monthly meetings? [Click Here] to sign up!

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IDAA Students and Residents Meeting

For many in medical training, recovery can feel like a lonely path — but it doesn’t have to be. IDAA hosts a monthly virtual meeting designed specifically for students and residents who seek support, connection, and community in recovery.

📅 When:4th Saturday every month at 8PM ET

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Coming Soon: "Parenting in Recovery"

Support IDAA Through Your DAF

Did you know you can make a meaningful impact on IDAA through your Donor Advised Fund (DAF)? It’s an easy way to support our mission while leveraging your existing charitable giving account.

Our DAF partner, Charles Schwab, makes it simple to give:

Team: DAFgiving360

Phone: 1-800-746-6216

Website: DAFgiving360.org

Consider using your DAF to help us continue our mission. Every gift makes a difference!

IDAA's

Upcoming Annual Conferences

July 21-25, 2027

Orlando, FL

Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld 

July 26-30, 2028

Portland, OR

Hilton/ Duniway

July 18-22, 2029

Minneapolis, MN

Hilton

2030 - TBD (East Coast)

July 12-20, 2031

Portalnd, OR

Hilton/ Duniway  

Other Meetings

BDDG Convention 2026

• October 9-11, 2026
• Denham Grove Hotel, Uxbridge
• Click Here for more details

NEPG Conference

• November 5-8, 2026
• The Nonantum - Kennebunkport, ME
• Click Here for more details

WDR Conference 2026

• February 15-28, 2027
• Palm springs, CA
• Click Here for more details

Know of a meeting we should include? Send the details to info@IDAA.org

What is IDAA?

IDAA is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering healthcare professionals and their families in their journey to recovery from substance abuse disorder. We connect individuals struggling or in recovery from substance abuse and loved ones to supportive communities, both online and in person. Here, they can find inspiration, strength, and hope as they hear personal stories of recovery from addiction as told by fellow healthcare professionals. To further our mission, we gather annually for a conference, delving into the educational depths of addiction as a disease and providing invaluable spiritual support to one another.