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.
People Management
Employee Retention: Crucial for Continuity and Cost Control
Owen J. Dahl, MBA, FACHE, LSSMBB
When an employee leaves, it is not just about finding a replacement. It is about reassessing, reorganizing, and understanding why they left. Retention is key. Invest in your team, give them autonomy, and involve them in problem-solving.
Communication Strategies
Fostering Inclusive Practices for Physicians
Neil Baum, MD
In today's multicultural society, healthcare must embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to ensure quality care for all. Effective communication is key.
Governance
Hospital Credentialing for the CMO — Why and How
Mark D. Olszyk, MD, MBA, CPE, FACEP, FACHE
Maintaining high standards of patient care starts with proper hospital credentialing and privileging. Dive into the history, legal influences, and modern strategies ensuring that medical professionals are thoroughly vetted and continuously monitored. Discover how robust policies, streamlined processes, and strong organizational structures make a difference.
SoundPractice
Lean Six Sigma and Process Improvement in Healthcare with Owen J. Dahl
Owen J. Dahl, MBA, FACHE, LSSMBB
Episode Overview: Are you looking to eliminate waste, enhance efficiency, and elevate patient satisfaction in your practice? In this episode, host Mike Sacopulos and Owen J. Dahl, MBA, LFACHE, CHBC, LSSMBB, discuss how streamlining healthcare can help you...
Healthcare Process
Politics: Finesse and Action
Charles R. Stoner, DBA, Jason S. Stoner, PhD
Effective leadership in healthcare is not just about vision and decisiveness. It is about mastering political skill to influence, build strong relationships, and foster genuine commitment. Navigate with tact, inclusiveness, and transparency for real success.
Self-Awareness
How to Kickstart Your Post-Summer Career Development
Helen Tupper, Sarah Ellis
Using the end of the summer to reset your approach to development can create new energy for your career. Instead of feeling like another thing to fit in, it can be a new source of motivation that supports everything else you’re trying to do.
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.
Hospital Credentialing for the CMO — Why and How
Politics: Finesse and Action
Taking Advantage of Health IT: Applying New Technology, Care Collaboration, and Telemedicine
The Challenges of Being a Positive Role Model for Your Employees
Lessons from the Hospitality Industry: What Healthcare Can Learn about Innovating in Leadership and Patient Experience
Successfully Managing Workplace Conflict
Self-Awareness
Servant Leadership and History in a Healthcare Career
David M. Zechman, BSE, MPA, Michael J. Sacopulos, JD
David Zechman, CEO of Zechman Group, shares his career journey from a teacher to a healthcare CEO and underscores that effective leadership values are universal and crucial for addressing burnout in healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of servant leadership, compassion, and communication in healthcare.
Resource Allocation
Closing of Rural Hospitals Leaves Towns With Unhealthy Real Estate
Taylor Sisk
Since 2010, 149 rural hospitals in the United States have either closed or stopped providing in-patient care, according to the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research at the University of North Carolina.
Environmental Influences
Moving Beyond ESG
Robert G. Eccles
In this article Eccles recommends a pragmatic approach for corporate leaders: clearly define corporate purpose, improve transparency in ESG reporting, and engage stakeholders constructively. These strategies will help companies manage ESG pressures by focusing on material issues that affect shareholder value while also acknowledging and addressing broader societal impacts.
Conflict Management
Successfully Managing Workplace Conflict
Mark A. Hyde, MA, Greg P. Couser, MD, MPH
Workplace conflict is inevitable, but managing it effectively is key to fostering a positive culture. Discover strategies to handle behavioral conflicts and challenging interactions for a healthier organization.
Self-Awareness
Lessons from the Hospitality Industry: What Healthcare Can Learn about Innovating in Leadership and Patient Experience
Michael J. Sacopulos, JD, Antonia J.A. Hock
Explore how healthcare can enhance patient experiences by adopting hospitality principles like culture, teamwork, and genuine care.