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Healthcare Leadership Courses and CME for Physicians and APPs

Earn credit with online, on-demand courses, stackable micro-credentials, and Certified Physician Executive (CPE) certification. Leadership education for physicians and advanced practice providers, trusted since 1975.

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On Demand Self-Study

A Journey Through Population Health

Population health can be defined as the application of public health principles to health care.

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AAPL journals

Journals

Discover peer-reviewed insights on physician leadership and healthcare management.

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Leadership Library

Leadership Library

Stay informed with expert-driven newsletters, and white papers.

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AAPL bookstore

Bookstore

Essential reading for every stage of your journey.

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SoundPractice podcast

Physician Leadership Podcast

Fresh audio conversations with industry experts.

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Professional Development

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Explore our Certified Physician Executive and Academy programs, led by experienced physician leaders, industry experts, and academic partners.

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CMO Academy

This 12-month program is designed to be the most comprehensive CMO educational program for aspiring and newly appointed VPMA/CMOs.

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Inter-Professional Leadership Academy

The Inter-Professional Leadership Academy is a comprehensive 6-month program that elevates the capabilities of your organization’s clinician and executive leadership dyads and triads for enhanced organizational impact.

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Certified Physician Executive Certification

Complete the CPE curriculum where we've identified courses focused on management education. These are a combination of self-study, live online, and live in-person courses.

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Certified Physician Executive: Capstone Events

The final required step in the CPE Certification program completed at one of our live or virtual sessions offered four times a year.

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SCOTTSDALE, AZ | OCT. 14-16, 2027

2027 AAPL Annual Leadership Conference

Save the date. Join physician and healthcare leaders in Scottsdale for inspiring keynotes, practical leadership strategies, CME opportunities, and meaningful connections.

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TAMPA, FL | NOVEMBER 2026

The Advanced Strategic Leadership Accelerator

Unlock advanced leadership and strategic skills with the Advanced CMO Accelerator, a focused two-day event designed for Chief Medical Officers with 2-5 years of experience.

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AAPL has contributed immensely to my professional journey and personal growth as an executive leader. I was inspired by the community of medical leaders from different organizations who are making significant strides in advancing healthcare delivery.

Aziza Nassar MD, MPH, MBA