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.
Governance
Indiana Hospitals Pull Merger Application After Pushback Over Monopoly Concerns
Samantha Liss
Two Terre Haute hospitals withdrew their merger application before a state ruling, amid backlash against medical monopolies. They plan to refile, aiming to address concerns.
Conflict Management
Inappropriate and Abusive Physician-Patient Relationships
Matthew J. Mazurek, MD, MHA, CPE, FACHE, FASA
Maintaining professional boundaries is essential in the physician-patient relationship to prevent abuse and misconduct. The power dynamic inherent in this relationship means that mutual consent is often not possible, making it imperative for physicians to uphold strict boundaries.
Environmental Influences
What Companies Should Be Asking Their Security Teams Right Now
Paul R. Kolbe
In a year of febrile politics, rising popular frustration with institutions, and two separate attempts to assassinate President Trump, the risks to executives in just about any industry cannot be minimized. One effective assessment tool for execs and chief security officers alike is to examine three simple factors of risk: threat, vulnerability, and consequence.
SoundPractice
The Ongoing Need for Physician Leaders with Tom Rossi from Jackson Physician Search
Tom Rossi
Episode Summary: Join us for an enlightening episode of SoundPractice as host Mike Sacopulos interviews Tom Rossi, the vice president of executive search at Jackson Physician Search. With more than three decades of experience, Rossi shares his expertise o...
Humility
Mitigating Physician Burnout and Enhancing Wellness by Modeling a Gratitude Practice
Carolyn Roy-Bornstein, MD, FAAP
Harnessing the power of gratitude can rejuvenate burned-out physicians, fostering empathy, compassion, and resilience while promoting mental well-being and unity within healthcare teams.
Financial Management
Private Equity: What Physician Leaders Need to Know
Lola Butcher
Private equity firms are heavily investing in physician practices within the healthcare sector, aiming to increase profitability and sell for substantial returns within a few years.
New Book
Working with Distressed Physicians: A Guide for Physician Leaders
Charles R. Stoner, DBA, and Jennifer Robin, PhD
A comprehensive guide for healthcare leaders to foster a positive workplace, manage disruptive behavior, and support distressed colleagues.
Private Equity: What Physician Leaders Need to Know
The Breadth of Perspectives for Value-Based Care
How Health Systems Can Survive: The Case of Musculoskeletal Care
The Challenges of Being a Positive Role Model for Your Employees
How to Manage Employee Teams by Type
Scope of Practice Laws for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants: Impact on Healthcare Access and Quality
Payment Models
The Breadth of Perspectives for Value-Based Care
Peter B. Angood, MD, FRCS(C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon)
Physician leadership is crucial in navigating the complexities of value-based care to enhance patient outcomes, manage costs, and embrace new technologies in the evolving healthcare landscape.
People Management
How to Retain and Engage Your B Players
Liz Kislik
B players can be selfless and dedicated employees, but they often don’t get the attention from managers they deserve. To retain and motivate your B’s, get to know and appreciate them as the unique individuals they are. This is the first step to drawing out their hidden strengths and skills.
Strategic Perspective
Should You Sell Your Practice?
Randy Bauman
Deciding whether to sell your medical practice involves more than financial considerations; qualitative factors often predict long-term satisfaction. Reflect on your reasons for practicing, evaluate potential gains, and assess your readiness for hospital employment.
Self-Control
When Your High Standards Derail Your Success
Anne Sugar, Karen Walker
High standards aren’t a bad thing, but they can hold you and your team back when they become inflexible. If your high standards are causing problems on your team, you can take four actions to adjust your expectations and move forward.
Environmental Influences
A Centenarian Thrives Living Alone, Active and Engaged
Judith Graham
Maintaining a positive outlook, staying active, and being socially engaged can contribute to a fulfilling and independent life, even into advanced age. Resilience, adaptability, and a pragmatic approach to life's challenges are key to thriving in later years.