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.
Team Building
Developing Team Grit
Laura Hills, DA
Team grit, combining passion and perseverance, predicts healthcare success. This article defines grit, offers strategies to identify it, and describes fostering gritty teams.
Quality Improvement
Empowering Physicians: The Crucial Role of Healthcare Administration, Leadership, and Management in Modern Medicine
Peter B. Angood, MD, FRCS(C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon)
Physicians need expertise in healthcare administration, leadership, and management to effectively lead, make strategic decisions, optimize performance, and improve patient care outcomes.
Payment Models
Leveraging Valuation for Successful Post-Transaction Integration in Healthcare
Yong Zhang, CPA, ASA
Effective post-transaction integration in healthcare M&A is crucial for realizing goals, using valuation as a key tool.
SoundPractice
Tackling Healthcare Fragmentation: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Kern
Lisa Kern, MD, MPH
In this episode of SoundPractice, Lisa Kern, MD, MPH, a distinguished professor and national expert, discusses the complexities of healthcare fragmentation and its impact on patient care. She shares insights on improving care coordination, the importance of inter-professional collaboration, and the future of healthcare delivery, offering innovative solutions for a more integrated and effective system.
Motivate Others
Great Leaders Make People Feel Noticed
Zach Mercurio
For leaders at all levels, the quality of the outcomes you get from people is usually determined by the quality of your relationships with them.
Quality Improvement
American Doctors Are Moving to Canada To Escape the Trump Administration
Brett Kelman
Political and social climates can significantly impact professional decisions and personal well-being, leading individuals to seek environments that align better with their values and provide a sense of security and compassion.
New Book
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment, and Discrimination in Healthcare: History, Analysis, and Solutions with Case Studies
Matthew J. Mazurek, MD, MBA, MHA, CPE, FAAPL, FACHE, FASA
A comprehensive guide that explores sexual misconduct in healthcare, offering historical context, case studies, and preventative strategies.
The Three Stages of Physicians’ Careers
The Benefits of Facing Mortality
Creating a Core Beliefs Statement: 25 Guiding Truths for Your Employees
Developing Team Grit
Leveraging Valuation for Successful Post-Transaction Integration in Healthcare
Empowering Physicians: The Crucial Role of Healthcare Administration, Leadership, and Management in Modern Medicine
Trust and Respect
The Workplace Psychological Contract Is Broken. Here’s How to Fix It
Anne-Laure Fayard, John Weeks
It’s easy to view the debates between company leaders and employees over return-to-office mandates as overreaction on both sides: out-of-touch senior executives who don’t understand that the world has changed versus pampered, entitled, and unmotivated workers. But the fury the debates produce suggests that there is a deeper problem: a shifting psychological contract between employees and employers, and not just about return-to-office policies.
Performance
When Picking a New CEO, Ask Them for a Growth Plan
Anand Joshi
Corporate boards often rely on backward-looking data when selecting CEOs, leading to flawed decisions. To improve the selection process, boards should ask candidates to create a growth plan that outlines their vision for the company’s future, providing a structured and comparative look at their strategic thinking. This approach not only helps in assessing the candidate’s alignment with the company’s goals but also fosters accountability and transparency in the appointment process.
People Management
Creating a Core Beliefs Statement: 25 Guiding Truths for Your Employees
Laura Hills, DA
Core beliefs statements emphasize an organization's core values, realign negative employee values, and create a positive work culture focused on daily actions.
Motivate Others
The Benefits of Facing Mortality
Arthur Lazarus, MD, MBA, CPE, DFAAPL
Embracing mortality can motivate a purposeful, fulfilling life, prioritizing meaningful activities, deep relationships, and passions, enhancing clarity and focus.
Self-Awareness
The Three Stages of Physicians’ Careers
Marc Kahn, MD, MBA, Neil Baum, MD
Time, energy, and money are key to a productive life and career. Understanding career stages and managing them well can reduce anxiety and prevent burnout.