Influence
“Profiles in Success”: Certified Physician Executives Share the Value and ROI of their CPE Education
Peter B. Angood, MD, FRCS(C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon)
AAPL believes physician leaders who are pursuing leadership education and training — and the organizations that are supporting their effort — should be able to clearly see the value of their time, money, and effort.
Strategic Perspective
Should You Sell Your Practice?
Randy Bauman
Deciding whether to sell your medical practice involves more than financial considerations; qualitative factors often predict long-term satisfaction. Reflect on your reasons for practicing, evaluate potential gains, and assess your readiness for hospital employment.
Self-Control
When Your High Standards Derail Your Success
Anne Sugar, Karen Walker
High standards aren’t a bad thing, but they can hold you and your team back when they become inflexible. If your high standards are causing problems on your team, you can take four actions to adjust your expectations and move forward.
Environmental Influences
A Centenarian Thrives Living Alone, Active and Engaged
Judith Graham
Maintaining a positive outlook, staying active, and being socially engaged can contribute to a fulfilling and independent life, even into advanced age. Resilience, adaptability, and a pragmatic approach to life's challenges are key to thriving in later years.
SoundPractice
Doctoring Differently with Dr. Naomi Lawrence-Reid
Naomi Lawrence-Reid, MD
Episode Summary: Are you a physician feeling stuck in the traditional career path of clinical medicine? Join us for an enlightening episode of SoundPractice as host Mike Sacopulos welcomes Naomi Lawrence-Reid, MD, a board-certified pediatrician and the vi...
People Management
How to Manage Employee Teams by Type
Laura Hills, DA
Effectively managing work teams requires recognition of different team types and their unique characteristics, advantages, and challenges. This article highlights 12 common team types, suggests effective management strategies, and introduces 9 behavioral team types.
Health Law
Scope of Practice Laws for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants: Impact on Healthcare Access and Quality
Armani Cato, MBA
NPs and PAs are crucial in addressing primary care shortages and expanding healthcare access, with scope of practice expansion being a key issue amid physician shortages.
New Book
Private Equity and Healthcare: Leadership, Economics, and Trends for the Future
Max Reiboldt, CPA, Coker
This comprehensive guide explores private equity in the healthcare industry. From understanding the fundamental structure to mastering strategic and tactical considerations, this book provides a clear, unbiased, and fact-based examination of this complex field.
Increasing Employee Commitment: 25 Strategies
Once Upon a Time: Storytelling to Connect with Your Patients
Taking Advantage of Health IT: Applying New Technology, Care Collaboration, and Telemedicine
The Challenges of Being a Positive Role Model for Your Employees
Scope of Practice Laws for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants: Impact on Healthcare Access and Quality
How to Manage Employee Teams by Type
Conflict Management
The Process of Investigating a Professional Behavior Complaint
Matthew J. Mazurek, MD, MHA, CPE, FACHE, FASA
Investigating professional behavior complaints is crucial in medical institutions. A standardized process can reduce emotional responses and improve handling. The article offers a roadmap to maintain integrity, trust, and morale.
Integrity
What Makes a Leader?
Daniel Goleman
Although a certain degree of analytical and technical skill is a minimum requirement for success, studies indicate that emotional intelligence may be the key attribute that distinguishes outstanding performers from those who are merely adequate.
Critical Appraisal Skills
The 4 Interview Red Flags Hiring Managers Say Concern Them Most
Eva Chan
If you’re being called in for interviews but don’t get the job, it’s possible that something you’re doing is raising red flags, causing the interviewer to question your suitability for the position. A recent survey found that the most concerning red flags range from obvious mistakes like lying, to more subtle slip-ups that job seekers might not even be aware of.
Communication Strategies
Research: The Long-Term Costs of Layoffs
Didier Elzinga, Amy Lavoie
While layoffs can lead to short-term financial benefits, research shows just how much of an impact they can have on employee engagement, morale, and loyalty — and how long that negative impact can last. Humanizing the layoff experience can help lessen the impact and set your business up for a more rapid recovery, but remember to go into the decision to do layoffs with clear eyes: There’s no such thing as a quick business win without a human cost to the business, and your rebound is likely to take years rather than months.
Adaptability
Harnessing Exam Room Experience for Leadership Excellence
Hanah Polotsky, MD, MBOE, Lisa Williams, MPPA
In this SoundPractice episode Hanah Polotsky and Lisa Williams discuss their extensive careers in healthcare leadership, insights from their book on effective leadership, addressing physician burnout, the importance of strategic thinking, and how exam room experiences can shape leadership skills.