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.
Economics
In Rural Massachusetts, Patients and Physicians Weigh Trade-Offs of Concierge Medicine
Karen Brown
A patient experienced longer waits for appointments and was surprised when their doctor transitioned to a concierge model that requires annual fees. This change is a response to primary care shortages and aims to reduce patient loads, but it also increases costs and affects access to healthcare.
Critical Appraisal Skills
Lean Strategy Making
Michael Mankins
Most companies understand the benefits of standardizing critical processes. Yet they tend to approach strategic decisions completely differently, thinking that each one is unique and requires its own bespoke process. As a result, they handle similar decisions in vastly different ways. That inconsistency slows them down and leads to suboptimal choices and poor results.
Self-Awareness
Excerpt from Dr. Jennifer Clark's book Suffer
Jennifer K. Clark, MD
By acknowledging and embracing the inevitability of death and the inherent suffering in life, we can transform our existence, find deeper meaning, and unlock our creative potential, leading to personal growth and transcendence.
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.
Technology Integration
Why CEOs Should Think Twice Before Using AI to Write Messages
Harvard Business Review
What would happen if CEOs began writing employee communications using gen AI? Would anyone notice? Probably not, according to a new study. But that doesn’t mean CEOs should use it to write everything. Here’s what they can do to effectively and transparently write with gen AI.
Influence
Preparing Physician Leaders: Essential Skills for the Future of Healthcare
AAPL Editorial Team
Effective physician leadership is indispensable for navigating the complexities of modern healthcare. By prioritizing leadership development, healthcare organizations can ensure a pipeline of skilled leaders ready to tackle the ongoing and future challenges of the industry.
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.
Dealing with Distressed Physicians: What Leaders Need to Know
Physician Leadership Is a Global Phenomenon
Using DiSC Personality Tests to Develop Leadership Skills in Internal Medicine Residents
Working on the Interface of Statistics and Science
Disrupting the Healthcare Status Quo
What Challenges Anybody With Illness or Injury?
People Management
Dealing with Distressed Physicians: What Leaders Need to Know
Lola Butcher
Leaders often overlook issues from distressed physicians. This article discusses recognizing problem behaviors, assessing the situation, and effectively intervening to motivate change.
Self-Awareness
Using DiSC Personality Tests to Develop Leadership Skills in Internal Medicine Residents
Naeha Pathak, BS, Claire Price, MD, MBA, Christina M. Cruz, MD, Matthew A. Weissman, MD, MBA
A curriculum using the DiSC® personality test helped medicine residents understand their personalities and leadership styles, improving communication and confidence in leadership skills.
Influence
Physician Leadership Is a Global Phenomenon
Peter B. Angood, MD, FRCS(C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon)
The medical profession is undergoing major changes in science and technology, but also in patient interactions and expectations of society. Global differences offer opportunities to improve the industry via physician leadership.
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.