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COVID-19 is creating the need for managing change; the AAPL is releasing a new book titled: All Physicians Are Leaders: Reflections On Inspiring Change Together For Better Healthcare by Peter B. Angood

A letter from our CEO Peter B. Angood, MD.

Dr. Peter Angood is president and CEO of the American Association for Physician Leadership, the world’s oldest and largest professional association solely dedicated to physician-led, inter-professional leadership. In that role since 2012, he has cont...

Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. One in 5 Americans are affected by mental health issues, with depression being the most common problem.

Physicians’ expertise is valuable in a variety of organizations outside the healthcare setting — wherever the goal is better health.

Improving physicians’ mental health will require a fundamental overhaul of the healthcare system.

Assuming a CEO candidate is a good organizational fit, demonstrating proficiency in two general skills will be a major determinant in getting the job offer.

As COVID-19 continues to impact us on a global scale, maintaining the health and well-being of providers and clinical teams is critical. But how can we do this when the demands on healthcare workers are so high?

How Physicians Can Leverage Their Clinical Skills to Transition to Another Career

Only one in five C-suite executives is a woman, and women remain underrepresented at all levels.

The paperwork may seem daunting, but realistically it does not take very much time to stay on top of, so you can keep delivering excellent care as a physician and focusing on finding the best available gigs.