March/April 2026
Volume 4, Issue 2
Mike Sacopulos interviews Dr. Michael Gardner about strategic thinking for physician leaders, its role in healthcare, mentorship, AI's impact, and courses being developed to enhance leadership and strategic planning skills.
This article defines courageous conversations in healthcare leadership, explores when to have them, and offers strategies, ground rules, and frameworks for effective dialogue.
The article examines culture and community, highlighting “communities of practice” that foster growth through shared interests. It discusses how healthcare professionals can lead cultural shifts post-pandemic.
Healthcare Insights: Curated for HALM March/April 2026
Primary care is under pressure as CMS expansions, Medicare Advantage requirements, and EMR demands overwhelm workflows, eroding trust, staff stability, and patient care. Redesign is vital for recovery.
Medical practices face economic strain from declining reimbursements, rising costs, physician burnout, and shortages, requiring strategic business optimization.
Maternal mortality in the U.S. is rising, with Black women facing rates over three times higher than white women. This highlights systemic health failures and the need to prioritize maternal health as a core strategy. Healthcare leaders should focus ...
Strategic management in gastroenterology empowers physician leaders to tackle healthcare challenges like complexity and workforce demands. By aligning structured strategies with clinical goals, it enhances efficiency, care quality, and outcomes.
The Primary Care Exception clinic allows resident-led care billed to Medicare without constant teaching physician presence, ensuring education, access, and compliance.