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.
Judgment
Personality, Implicit Bias, and Emotional Intelligence: Impact on Physician Attitudes, Behaviors, and Patient Care
Alan H. Rosenstein MD, MBA
Physician biases can affect patient care outcomes. Addressing subconscious factors through awareness, education, and training can enhance care relationships and results.
Governance
Partnering, Communication, and the Supply Chain
Owen J. Dahl, MBA, FACHE, LSSMBB
Physician engagement fosters trust, collaboration, and communication among healthcare stakeholders, enhancing patient care, cost efficiency, and system transformation.
Motivate Others
Leadership Lessons From Napoleon
Neil Baum, MD, Ron Harman King, MS
Explore Napoleon Bonaparte's leadership style and learn how his strategies can inspire effective management in your medical practice.
SoundPractice
The Future of Medicine with Dr. Bertalan Mesko
Bertalan Mesko, PhD
In this episode of SoundPractice, we talk about the evolving landscape of healthcare technologies and examine how physicians’ roles are shifting in response to these advancements. We explore the growing impact of patients taking an active role in monitoring and advocating for their own health. Additionally, we highlight the fascinating career journey of Dr. Bertalan Mesko and his contributions as a healthcare futurist. Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking discussion.
Systems Awareness
To Change Company Culture, Focus on Systems—Not Communication
Benjamin Laker, Chidiebere Ogbonnaya, Yasin Rofcanin, Tomasz Gorny
New research shows how culture doesn’t fail because it’s forgotten; it fails because it’s misunderstood. It’s treated as branding, not behavior. As output, not infrastructure. And when that happens—even the most well-meaning efforts can erode the very trust they’re meant to build.
Economics
As Insurers Struggle With GLP-1 Drug Costs, Some Seek To Wean Patients Off
Jamie Ducharme
As demand for costly GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound surges, insurers are restricting coverage, exploring tapering strategies, and seeking alternatives.
New Book
How to Jumpstart Your Medical Career and Thrive in Practice: Practical Advice and Insight from a Battle-Tested Physician
Arthur Lazarus, MD, MBA, CPE, DFAAPL
This guide offers actionable advice and moving stories to help physicians overcome burnout, regain passion, and make empowered career decisions, whether staying in practice or exploring new opportunities.
The Transformative Journey to Becoming a High-Reliability Organization (HRO)
Physician Leaders’ Role in the Development of “Smart” Ambulatory Medical Facilities
Entropy as a Force of Nature
Partnering, Communication, and the Supply Chain
Personality, Implicit Bias, and Emotional Intelligence: Impact on Physician Attitudes, Behaviors, and Patient Care
Leadership Lessons From Napoleon
Influence
Soft Skills Matter Now More Than Ever, According to New Research
Moh Hosseinioun, Frank Neffke, Hyejin Youn, Letian (LT) Zhang
Amid massive technological changes, like the advancement of gen AI and its estimated impacts on jobs, the study makes a strong case for the continued development of soft skills—for both individuals and firms.
Collaborative Function
How Doctor and Doula Partnerships Transform End-of-Life Care
AAPL Editorial Team
Discover how doctor-doula partnerships are redefining end-of-life care, offering holistic support, empowerment, and personalized experiences for patients and families.
People Management
It’s Time to Streamline How We Communicate at Work
Todd Rogers, Charles Dorison
Drawing on extensive research and experience advising organizations from the U.S. Army to Microsoft, the authors outline five conversations every leader should have with their teams to build a more consistent and effective communication culture.
Technology Integration
Physician Leaders’ Role in the Development of “Smart” Ambulatory Medical Facilities
Daniel K. Zismer, PhD, Elliot D. Zismer, MS, Gary S. Schwartz, MD, MHA
The U.S. healthcare industry is expanding specialized ambulatory facilities, emphasizing physician leaders' active involvement from vision to completion.
Systems Awareness
Entropy as a Force of Nature
Ronald Dwinnells, MD, MBA, CPE
Entropy disrupts order in workplaces, including healthcare. Leaders must grasp and manage it proactively to prevent chaos, damaged relationships, and business harm.