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

Self-Control

Twenty-five Strategies for Preventing, Managing, and Overcoming Impostor Syndrome

Laura Hills, DA

Impostor syndrome is common among high-achieving individuals, healthcare professionals, and leaders. Fortunately, there are many things that healthcare administrators, leaders, and managers can do to prevent, manage, or overcome impostor syndrome in themselves and in their employees

Self-Awareness

Cover Letters Still Matter—Even If They’re Not Required

Joel Schwartzberg

The author argues that cover letters are still important and uses research and his conversations with six career experts to support the argument. The article also provides a six-part template for crafting a compelling cover letter.

Conflict Management

Seven Tricky Work Situations, and How to Respond to Them

Alicia Bassuk

You know the moment: a mood-veering, thought-steering, pressure-packed interaction with a colleague, boss, or client when the right thing to say is stuck in a verbal traffic jam between your brain and your mouth. This analysis paralysis occurs when your brain suddenly becomes overtaxed by worry or pressure. Consequently, you find yourself unable to respond to a mental, psychological, or emotional challenge, and you fail to execute in the critical moment.

SoundPractice

Coaching Physician Leaders with Dr. Lisa Herbert

Lisa Herbert, MD, FAAFP, PCC

Episode Summary: Join host Mike Sacopulos in an engaging conversation with Lisa Herbert, MD, FAAFP, PCC, a board-certified family physician and the visionary founder and CEO of Just the Right Balance. Herbert shares her inspiring journey from an early int...

Technology Integration

How to Build Your Own AI Assistant

Alexandra Samuel

Creating a custom assistant is simple and requires no coding or technical experience; it can help with tasks from writing to generating troubleshooting and how-to guides, creating custom productivity tools, and getting feedback and coaching.

Health Law

Importance of Educating Resident Physicians on the Business of Medicine and Understanding the Importance of Contract Negotiations

Vikash Ayyappan

As healthcare shifts to larger systems, residents need business and contract negotiation education to ensure their success and leverage in the employment-based model.

New Book

Healthcare Administration, Leadership, and Management (HALM): The Essentials, First Edition

Edited by Daniel A. Handel, MD, MBA, MPH, CPE

A comprehensive textbook which aligns closely with the Healthcare Administration, Leadership, and Management (HALM) board exam curriculum. Pass the Board exam with confidence and excel in your leadership role.

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Financial Management

How Money and Finances Work in Healthcare

Michael J. Sacopulos, JD, Lee Scheinbart, MD, CPE

In a SoundPractice podcast, Michael J. Sacopulos and Dr. Lee Scheinbart discuss the evolving role of CMOs, emphasizing financial literacy's importance for physician leaders.

Healthcare Process

How Facility Design Impacts the Patient Experience

Judy Capko, Cheryl Bisera

A patient's first impression is critical and is shaped by the facility's environment. A well-designed layout with efficient, aesthetically pleasing details enhances practice flow, staff efficiency, and patient experience, driving business success.

Systems Awareness

Amid Plummeting Diversity at Medical Schools, a Warning of DEI Crackdown’s ‘Chilling Effect’

Annie Sciacca

If the recent decline in diversity among newly enrolled students holds or gets worse, it could have long-term consequences for patient care.

Self-Awareness

Five Techniques to Build a More Powerful Speaking Voice

Albrecht Enders, Robin de Haas

Through conscious practice of breath coordination and vocal techniques, you can develop a more commanding, authentic, and engaging presence that will resonate deeply with your audience. The article outlines five simple, functional exercises to improve vocal presence.

Strategic Perspective

The Importance of Mentorship

Gabriella Sherman, MD, MBA

Mentorship is crucial for Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) to transition from clinical to administrative roles, fostering leadership skills, trust-building, and organizational navigation. Mentors offer practical guidance, support professional growth, and help reduce burnout.

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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formerly known as the American College of Physician Executives (ACPE)