American Association for Physician Leadership

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The article highlights the benefits of having an MBA in the medical field, including the ability to build and leverage oneself as a brand, and to address problems differently.

August 18, 2024

At some point, every company makes a mistake that requires an apology — to an individual; a group of customers, employees, or business partners; or the public at large. And more often than not, companies and their leaders fail to apologize effectivel...

Patients with chronic healthcare needs are susceptible to prolonged stress, which can lead to burnout and negative health outcomes.

August 4, 2024

Physicians in the later stages of their careers who have maintained their independence and resisted selling their practice often have a renewed interest in selling as they near retirement. This interest may be motivated by a desire to realize some va...

Klasko and Terry offer a novel proposal for reforming healthcare financing and delivery without adopting Medicare for all, and they emphasize the importance of doctors having a stake in the healthcare system and address the mistrust that currently ex...

This article challenges the notion that conventional jobs are the most effective or beneficial approach to a career in medicine.

Patient-centered care is a common industry term that resonates deeply, yet truly successful implementation of it remains an enigma for most patient-care environments.

July 15, 2024

Providers being emotionally intelligent includes being respectful of each other’s schedules and how changes may affect their day. For example, one provider who decides they would like to leave early can shake up everyone else’s day.

July 14, 2024

Fifty percent of Gen Zs want to ditch the corporate world to become their own boss. However, this can be challenging when you lack the funds and flexibility to leave your day job. As a result, many ambitious young people begin by balancing full-time ...

June 25, 2024

Leaving a company that’s been your professional home for years, or decades, is a major shift that can feel both thrilling and perilous. In this article, the authors outline six challenges that often come up when making this transition. They offer adv...

This article discusses the perils of multitasking and shows that it is more important to focus on one task at a time.

June 17, 2024

Most physicians have been in a situation in which they had responsibil¬ity without authority — and it is usually frustrating. Feeling like we lack control over clinical decisions can lead to burnout and disengagement. Enter the medical director.

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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