American Association for Physician Leadership

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.

Physician Leadership: More Valuable Than Ever —

A White Paper from the American Association for Physician Leadership

Environmental Influences

What Companies Should Be Asking Their Security Teams Right Now

Paul R. Kolbe

In a year of febrile politics, rising popular frustration with institutions, and two separate attempts to assassinate President Trump, the risks to executives in just about any industry cannot be minimized. One effective assessment tool for execs and chief security officers alike is to examine three simple factors of risk: threat, vulnerability, and consequence.

Humility

Mitigating Physician Burnout and Enhancing Wellness by Modeling a Gratitude Practice

Carolyn Roy-Bornstein, MD, FAAP

Harnessing the power of gratitude can rejuvenate burned-out physicians, fostering empathy, compassion, and resilience while promoting mental well-being and unity within healthcare teams.

Payment Models

The Breadth of Perspectives for Value-Based Care

Peter B. Angood, MD, FRCS(C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon)

Physician leadership is crucial in navigating the complexities of value-based care to enhance patient outcomes, manage costs, and embrace new technologies in the evolving healthcare landscape.

SoundPractice

The Ongoing Need for Physician Leaders with Tom Rossi from Jackson Physician Search

Tom Rossi

Episode Summary: Join us for an enlightening episode of SoundPractice as host Mike Sacopulos interviews Tom Rossi, the vice president of executive search at Jackson Physician Search. With more than three decades of experience, Rossi shares his expertise o...

Financial Management

Private Equity: What Physician Leaders Need to Know

Lola Butcher

Private equity firms are heavily investing in physician practices within the healthcare sector, aiming to increase profitability and sell for substantial returns within a few years.

People Management

How to Retain and Engage Your B Players

Liz Kislik

B players can be selfless and dedicated employees, but they often don’t get the attention from managers they deserve. To retain and motivate your B’s, get to know and appreciate them as the unique individuals they are. This is the first step to drawing out their hidden strengths and skills.

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.

Reiboldt PrivateEquity-Healthcare cover 2024

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.

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.

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.

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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