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.
Influence
Recognizing Healthcare’s Key Leaders
AAPL Editorial Team
Thank you for joining us in Boston for the 2025 AAPL Annual Leadership Conference, we proudly recognize the outstanding achievements of physicians who have earned the Certified Physician Executive credential and Fellowship designations within AAPL. These honors reflect each individual's exceptional leadership, commitment to excellence, and significant contributions to the field of medical management.
Influence
Lessons in Advancing Healthcare Leadership from the 2025 AAPL Conference
AAPL Editorial Team
Picture yourself walking through the grand halls of Boston Park Plaza, in a city often considered the “birthplace of the American Revolution.” You’re surrounded by nearly 600 esteemed colleagues and the buzz of engaging conversations. Some may even be the start of something great. As you navigate the crowd, you feel the collective energy, overwhelming pride, and commitment to advancing healthcare leadership.
Influence
Celebrating 50 Years of Healthcare Leadership Excellence
AAPL Editorial Team
As healthcare leaders from around the world gather in Boston for the 2025 Annual Leadership Conference, we prepare for a week of networking, leadership education, and celebration. This year’s conference marks the American Association for Physician Leadership’s (AAPL) 50th anniversary - a milestone that underscores the dedication of over 250,000 individuals to leadership excellence.
SoundPractice
Surgical Competence and the Aging Surgeon Program with Dr. Mark Katlic
Mark Katlic, MD
In this episode of SoundPractice, host Mike Sacopulos sits down with Mark Katlic, MD, the chair emeritus of surgery for LifeBridge Health System in Baltimore, Maryland. Katlic opens up about his illustrious career, the creation of the Aging Surgeon Program, and the essential topic of maintaining surgical competence as surgeons age.
Judgment
What Challenges Anybody With Illness or Injury?
Joan Naidorf, DO
The article examines the interplay between emotional and physiological responses to illness, detailing seven basic developmental fears outlined by Dr. James Strain. It emphasizes understanding these emotional responses to improve patient care and describes characteristics of "good" patients who manage illness through emotional balance and adaptability.
Adaptability
Disrupting the Healthcare Status Quo
Neil Baum, MD
Healthcare change is slow, with innovation often resisted because of the status quo and "not invented here" mindset. This article explores disruptive innovation and strategies for its adoption.
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.
Self-Defense in Medical Malpractice: How to Derail a Frivolous Malpractice Lawsuit
Gun Violence, Physician Leadership, and a Public Health Perspective with Dr. Megan Ranney
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Legal Issues
Working on the Interface of Statistics and Science
Disrupting the Healthcare Status Quo
What Challenges Anybody With Illness or Injury?
Self-Awareness
Working on the Interface of Statistics and Science
Estelle Russek-Cohen, PhD
This article details the journey of a pioneering biostatistician from the 1970s, highlighting her roles at the University of Maryland and the FDA, her focus on mentorship, and post-retirement work with the Gates Foundation.
Technology Integration
How a Legacy Financial Institution Went All In on Gen AI
Toby E. Stuart
Why did Moody’s—a legacy financial institution built on risk assessment—move aggressively to adopt generative AI, an unproven technology? Because leadership calculated that the risk of standing still outweighed the risk of moving fast.
Financial Management
Conclusions Regarding Private Equity Deals
Max Reiboldt, CPA, MBA
Healthcare affiliation deals must consider structure, economics, and governance. PE-backed transactions differ in valuation, short-term goals, and compensation strategies but share common goals of quality care, ROI, and growth.
Systems Awareness
How to Approach Business Ethics as Global Consensus Breaks Down
Richard Bistrong, Anna Romberg
Global consensus is breaking down on ethical issues such as anti-bribery enforcement and corporate responsibility. This moment is a call for leaders to face these challenging realities or risk potential financial and reputational damage to their businesses.
Healthcare Process
Sent Home To Heal, Patients Avoid Wait for Rehab Home Beds
Felice J. Freyer
Innovative healthcare, like SNF-at-home, can boost recovery and patient comfort by providing care at home, easing hospital burdens, but requires careful patient selection and support.