American Association for Physician Leadership

05/18/2026

Clinical excellence is the foundation of our careers, but executive influence requires its own set of proven competencies. Seeking out formal recognition for these skills provides the standing needed to lead effectively.

As Dr. Bob Coates, one of our members, shares: "It's a validation that you've put in the time and you've acquired those necessary skills."

Read more about what our community of peers has to say about the support they received as they evolved in their careers: https://hubs.la/Q04fKT6L0

05/15/2026

Private equity's presence in ophthalmology is growing, but physician perspectives are mixed. A new study explores how partnership status, autonomy, and mission alignment shape attitudes toward PE in private practice.

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Private equity (PE) has grown in private practice medicine, impacting ophthalmology. Interviews revealed mixed views on PE’s influence on clinical autonomy, care quality, patient costs, and operational sustainability.

05/15/2026

The best healthcare ideas often come from the people closest to the work. When leaders create space for those voices, transformation follows.

A new PLJ article shows how to turn everyday teams into micro-innovators driving real change.

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This article highlights how healthcare organizations can combat the risks of silence by fostering psychological safety and courageous cultures. It outlines strategies for empowering frontline workers to share insights, drive innovation, and enhance trust for better outcomes.

05/15/2026

On November 13-14, we are gathering for the Advanced CMO Accelerator, a program designed for physicians ready to scale their impact across the entire organization.

Success at the executive level depends on a specialized skill set, from navigating complex healthcare law to mastering capital budget strategies. This is an opportunity to learn alongside a community of peers who understand the unique weight of the CMO role.

Register for the session today: https://hubs.la/Q04fLgXc0

Live November 13-14 2026 in Tampa, FL Unlock advanced leadership and strategic skills with the Advanced CMO Accelerator, a comprehensive two-day immersive experience designed for Chief Medical Officers with 2-5 years of experience. Delivered in person at the Center for Advanced Medical Learning and....

05/15/2026

Healthcare is not a low-pressure profession. Lives are at stake, resources are constrained, information is incomplete, and decisions carry moral weight. Yet leadership failures under pressure continue to challenge the industry.

The true measure of physician leadership is not performance in calm conditions but behavior when clarity is absent and consequences are real.

Read the article ➡ https://hubs.la/Q04gPZR-0

Healthcare leadership faces structural pressure, with lives at stake and constrained resources. Burnout, trust erosion, and blame persist, highlighting the need for values-driven leadership under stress.

05/15/2026

Just released: The healthcare affordability crisis demands more than slogans and single-payer debates. It requires a clear-eyed look at what's actually broken.
Beyond Medicare For All offers physician leaders a thoughtful framework for understanding the cost drivers behind American healthcare and the practical paths toward reform.

Get the new book ➡ https://hubs.la/Q04gNYXF0

This book presents a practical, politically viable plan to achieve universal, affordable healthcare by reimagining primary care, hospital budgets, and insurance reform.

05/14/2026

We just announced a keynote speaker for the 2026 AAPL Annual Leadership Conference and we could not be more excited.

Dr. Vin Gupta, MD, MPA is a nationally recognized physician, former Chief Medical Officer at Amazon Pharmacy, NBC News medical analyst, and Managing Director of Healthcare Innovation at Manatt. He's advised Apple, the NFL, and MLB, and was just named a 2026 Lautenberg Award recipient in Public Health.

He embodies this year's conference theme: Live Your Purpose, Lead With Passion. Join us October 22-24 at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale. Early Bird rates ends soon. Don't wait. https://hubs.la/Q04gFQjn0

05/13/2026

How are state abortion restrictions reshaping where doctors choose to train? On the latest SoundPractice, Dr. Anisha Ganguly and Dr. Anna Morenz share findings from their new study and what the data signals for future physician shortages.

➡ Listen now: https://hubs.la/Q04gpsCR0

05/13/2026

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we are looking at how physician leaders can create more resilient healthcare teams. We enhance well-being by focusing on four key pillars: belonging, purpose, storytelling and transcendence.

When we foster these connections, we rebuild our professional community. Use this to lead with the empathy and purpose that drew us to medicine in the first place.

Explore the road map for resilience. ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q04fLb5j0

05/11/2026

During National Women’s Health Week, we’re addressing a critical challenge: rising maternal mortality rates in the U.S. The disparity for Black women highlights a deep need for systemic change that starts with us.

As physician leaders, we can move the needle by focusing on equity, prevention and redesigned care. We have the influence to build systems that protect every mother.

Learn more about the path forward ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q04fL7mq0

05/09/2026

Happy National Nurses Week to the nurses and nurse leaders who make healthcare better every single day.

Your dedication, your judgment, and your leadership matter more than words can capture. AAPL is proud to stand alongside the entire clinician community in recognizing all you do.

Thank you. This week and every week.