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Physician Leadership: More Valuable Than Ever —

A White Paper from the American Association for Physician Leadership

Quality Improvement

Role Reversal: Millions of Kids Are Caregivers for Elders. Why Their Numbers Might Grow

Leah Fabel

Caregiving responsibilities can significantly impact young people's lives, including their health, education, and personal development. Society should recognize and support these young caregivers, ensuring they have the necessary resources and assistance to balance their caregiving duties with their own growth and opportunities.

Health Law

Physician Employment Contracts and Compensation

Kyle Claussen, Michael J. Sacopulos, JD

In this episode of SoundPractice, we delve into the specialized area of healthcare law and the intricacies of physician contracts. Kyle Claussen offers insights into fair market value, noncompete clauses, and the influence of private equity in healthcare.

Critical Appraisal Skills

In Uncertain Times, Ask These Questions Before You Make a Decision

Cheryl Strauss Einhorn

In today’s perma-crisis world, waiting for stability is like waiting for a train that’s never coming. When everything around you feels unsteady, four questions can serve as strategic tools to help you work through ambiguity, reframe risk, and strengthen your decision-making muscles.

SoundPractice

Hospital Walls May Have Ears? Ambient Listening Tech with Laura Landro and the WSJ

Laura Landro

In this episode of SoundPractice, we dive into an engaging and informative discussion on the emerging world of ambient listening technology and its implications for both doctors and patients. Tune in to learn how leading institutions are pioneering research while ethical considerations continue to shape its future, especially in sensitive areas of healthcare.

Adaptability

When You’re Asked to Meet Impossible Goals

Luis Velasquez, MBA, PhD, Jordan Stark

Leaders who take on impossible goals don’t do it because they lack judgment—they do it because pushing back feels risky to them. The real leadership skill is not figuring out how to do it all; it’s knowing when and how to push back.

Payment Models

Incident-to and Shared Services: Demystifying Billing for Care Provided by Multiple Professionals

Betsy Nicoletti, MS, CPC

This mini refresher course on billing for non-physician clinicians (NPCs) retraces the current rules about how to bill Medicare (and other payers) for medical services provided by them.

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.

Sexual Misconduct, Harassment, and Discrimination in Healthcare: History, Analysis, and Solutions with Case Studies

Strategic Perspective

Unity Actually Comes From Uniqueness

Peter B. Angood, MD, FRCS(C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon)

Despite historical animosity among communities, the Hippocratic Oath has long promoted equal treatment in healthcare, advocating for unifying physician leadership today.

Trust and Respect

Medical Staffs and Misinformation: What Physician Leaders Need to Know

Lola Butcher

Physician-spread misinformation during COVID-19 led to controversy and new standards for professionalism, with future complaints expected. Steps to protect against misinformation are discussed.

Communication Strategies

The Significance of Communication in Managing Cultural Change Within Healthcare Organizations

Bhagwan Satiani, MD, MBA, DFSVS, FACHE, FACS

Effective communication is crucial for cultural change in healthcare organizations. Leaders must align strategic plans and core values with communication strategies, engaging various subcultures. If change stalls, adjust tactics or modify the message to ensure the desired culture is realized.

Strategic Perspective

The Hospital CMO

Reka Danko, MD

Effective hospital leadership hinges on understanding both clinical operations and the healthcare system's financial intricacies. CMOs must foster a cohesive, knowledgeable team and build strong community connections. By embracing continuous learning, adapting to changes, and leading with empathy and collaboration, CMOs can ensure hospitals provide high-quality care while navigating the challenges of modern healthcare.

Communication Strategies

Employee Stress Is a Business Risk—Not an HR Problem

Marion Chomse, Lydia Roos, PhD, Reeva Misra, Ashley Whillans, PhD

Workplace stress, on the rise for decades, has been treated by many organizations as a personal issue instead of a business-critical risk that merits executive oversight.

For over 45 years.

The American Association for Physician Leadership has helped physicians develop their leadership skills through education, career development, thought leadership and community building.

The American Association for Physician Leadership (AAPL) changed its name from the American College of Physician Executives (ACPE) in 2014. We may have changed our name, but we are the same organization that has been serving physician leaders since 1975.

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