American Association for Physician Leadership

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When physicians are comfortable saying “I’m sorry” easily and with sincerity, perhaps they can expect increased job satisfaction and lower malpractice premiums.

Lessons from an internal physician coaching program — informed by ongoing research into physician personality factors — suggest that four core personality typologies affect burnout in the current healthcare environment.

A survey was used to evaluate the impact of EQ on burnout levels among physicians-in-training who changed their specialty compared to those who remained in their original specialty.

August 30, 2022

The authors provide a framework to help managers understand when and how political conflict can become corrosive, and they explain how to navigate it more effectively and even harness its potential to strengthen the workplace.

There is a common misconception that introverts can’t be effective leaders because they are too quiet and unassuming for the job. This article argues that introverts can and often do become great leaders precisely because they bring strengths to lead...

This is a deeply personal story that speaks to many elements in Dr. Terrell’s life that were not directly pertinent to her day-to-day role as a physician executive.

This article explains the basic tenets of emotional intelligence as it relates to physician leadership.

August 8, 2022

Diversity on corporate boards is an urgent priority, emphasized by company leaders and public policy agendas.

Should medical school applicants disclose past crimes on their applications? Will disclosure negatively affect their chances of acceptance?

Inherently, healthcare is a complex industry encumbered by complex sets of issues and influences. It is also an industry that has recently been at the forefront during uniquely complicated times.

June 24, 2022

A frequently cited statistic suggests that nearly 70% of people have entertained impostor thoughts at least at one point in their careers.

June 14, 2022

Do you keep postponing work you need to do? The problem probably stems from one of three things: your habits and systems (or lack thereof), your desire to avoid negative emotions (like anxiety and boredom), or your own flawed thinking patterns (which...

For over 45 years.

The American Association for Physician Leadership has helped physicians develop their leadership skills through education, career development, thought leadership and community building.

The American Association for Physician Leadership (AAPL) changed its name from the American College of Physician Executives (ACPE) in 2014. We may have changed our name, but we are the same organization that has been serving physician leaders since 1975.

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