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.

Our lives and healthcare are marked by transitions. Effective physician leadership and total experience management can enhance patient care. Each professional drives change.

To be successful, managers need to develop “cultural intelligence” — a fluency in adapting to culturally complex situations. A good starting point is to understand four common mistakes that derail Western leaders.

Effective physician leadership is indispensable for navigating the complexities of modern healthcare. By prioritizing leadership development, healthcare organizations can ensure a pipeline of skilled leaders ready to tackle the ongoing and future cha...

The medical profession is undergoing major changes in science and technology, but also in patient interactions and expectations of society. Global differences offer opportunities to improve the industry via physician leadership.

Thank you for joining us in Boston for the 2025 AAPL Annual Leadership Conference, we proudly recognize the outstanding achievements of physicians who have earned the Certified Physician Executive credential and Fellowship designations within AAPL. T...

Picture yourself walking through the grand halls of Boston Park Plaza, in a city often considered the “birthplace of the American Revolution.” You’re surrounded by nearly 600 esteemed colleagues and the buzz of engaging conversations. Some may even b...

As healthcare leaders from around the world gather in Boston for the 2025 Annual Leadership Conference, we prepare for a week of networking, leadership education, and celebration. This year’s conference marks the American Association for Physician Le...

The article examines the interplay between emotional and physiological responses to illness, detailing seven basic developmental fears outlined by Dr. James Strain. It emphasizes understanding these emotional responses to improve patient care and des...

In this SoundPractice episode, host Mike Sacopulos talks with Megan Ranney, MD, dean of Yale School of Public Health, on the healthcare and public health impacts of gun violence in the U.S.

How to broaden your thinking and make better decisions.

This study explores how healthcare leaders manage change, using interviews with administrators to document their preparation, philosophy, priorities, and barrier navigation.