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.
Integrity
Lessons Learned: From One New Leader to Another
Huma Farid, MD
Stepping into leadership during turmoil offers opportunities but poses challenges like burnout, poor communication, rushed changes, and ignoring feedback. Success requires collaboration, learning, and adaptability.
Strategic Perspective
What Are Your Needs?
Kent A. Corso, PsyD, BCBA-D, Christopher L. Hunter, PhD, ABPP, Owen J. Dahl, MBA, FACHE, LSSMBB, Gene A. Kallenberg, MD, Lesley Manson, PsyD
Integrating behavioral health into primary care requires assessing clinic needs, securing stakeholder support, and careful planning to align staff, goals, and resources.
Financial Management
How to Conduct At-Home Financial Tests — Part 1
Enpo Tu, CFP, CHFC, CLU, CAP, RICP, MSFS, Kaylin Dillon, CFP
This article uses a scientific approach to help you assess your personal finances, much like health check-ups, offering tips to detect and address financial distress.
SoundPractice
From Burnout to Breakthrough: Dr. Mohamad Saad on Organizational Alignment and Physician Coaching
Mohamad Saad, MD, MBA, CPE
Discover how Dr. Mohamad Saad’s innovative approach to organizational alignment and coaching is tackling physician burnout and workforce disengagement. Packed with actionable insights to inspire teams and drive results, this episode is a must hear for healthcare leaders. Tune in now to learn how to build purpose-driven, thriving organizations.
Communication Strategies
How to Keep Your Team’s Spirits Up in Anxious Times
Ranjay Gulati
During periods of turbulence and turmoil, leaders must be not just muscular strategists but also caring empaths, attuned to the emotional barometers of their teams and able to move the mood of the organization in a most positive direction. This requires communicating a clear purpose, embodying and modeling organizational values, and always projecting focused calm.
Risk Management
HHS Office for Civil Rights Settles Ransomware Cybersecurity Investigation under HIPAA Security Rule for $250,000
AAPL Editorial Team
A $250K fine issued after a ransomware attack exposed 300K patient records highlights critical HIPAA compliance failures and cybersecurity gaps.
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.
What Are Your Needs?
Lessons Learned: From One New Leader to Another
How to Conduct At-Home Financial Tests — Part 1
Leadership Lessons From Napoleon
Partnering, Communication, and the Supply Chain
Personality, Implicit Bias, and Emotional Intelligence: Impact on Physician Attitudes, Behaviors, and Patient Care
Judgment
Our Favorite Management Tips on Leading Effective Meetings
Harvard Business Review
Our Management Tip of the Day newsletter continues to be one of HBR’s most popular newsletters. In this article, we’ve compiled seven of our favorite Tips on leading effective meetings, from how to boost participation to how to stay grounded and guide high-stakes conversations with clarity and composure.
Economics
340B Rebate Models Arrive in the Form of a New Pilot Program
Nick Hut
Hospital groups criticize proposed 340B changes, warning of increased burdens and uncertainty as program oversight may shift from HRSA to CMS.
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.
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.
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.