Professional Capabilities
From Small Town to Surgeon General: Dr. Jerome Adams on Leadership, Public Health, and Trust
August 20, 2025
In this expanded episode of SoundPractice, host Mike Sacopulos sits down with Jerome Adams, MD, MPH, the 20th Surgeon General of the United States, to discuss his remarkable journey from a rural community in Maryland to becoming the nation's top doctor. Adams shares personal anecdotes, professional insights, and the challenges.... MORE
SoundPractice, hosted by the American Association for Physician Leadership®, delivers practical information and fresh perspectives for physician leaders and those running healthcare systems. Physician advocate Michael Sacopulos, JD (healthcare attorney, author, speaker) brings you the best thought leaders, crisp humor, and pithy tips to help your healthcare organization thrive.
Problem Solving
Care Boss: Leadership Strategies and Resources for Family Caregivers with Jennifer O’Brien
August 6, 2025
Host Mike Sacopulos interviews Jennifer O’Brien, a healthcare expert and author, to discuss her book, Care Boss: Leadership Strategies and Resources for Family Caregivers. They delve into the growing demographic of family caregivers, address the challenges they face, and the perspective of caregiving as a leadership role. Don’t miss this.... MORE
Finance
Physician Contract Negotiations: The Landscape and Predictions with Ron Howrigon
July 23, 2025
In this episode of SoundPractice, Ron Howrigon, president and CEO of Fulcrum Strategies, brings his extensive experience in the healthcare industry to the forefront. Having worked as a senior executive with major managed care companies like Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, and Blue Cross Blue Shield, Howrigon shares his journey. From negotiating.... MORE
Operations and Policy
Hospital Walls May Have Ears? Ambient Listening Tech with Laura Landro and the WSJ
July 9, 2025
In this episode of SoundPractice, we dive into an engaging and informative discussion on the future of AI in healthcare and its implications for both doctors and patients. Host Mike Sacopulos is joined by Laura Landro to explore the emerging world of ambient listening technology. Laura Landro, an award-winning writer and.... MORE
Quality and Risk
Tackling Healthcare Fragmentation: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Kern
June 25, 2025
Join us for an enlightening episode of SoundPractice featuring Lisa Kern, MD, MPH, a national expert, distinguished professor of medicine, and associate chief for research at Weill Cornell Medicine. In this episode, we explore Kern’s unique career path — from her early fascination with communication as a psychology major at.... MORE
Self-Management
The Art of Suffering: A Conversation with Dr. Jennifer Clark
June 11, 2025
Join us for an enlightening episode of SoundPractice with guest Jennifer Clark, MD, as she delves into the profound topic of suffering in healthcare. As an allopathic physician specializing in internal medicine, pediatrics, hospice, and palliative care, Clark’s journey from the bedside to the boardroom has been dedicated to healing,.... MORE
Self-Management
Physician Leadership and Clinical Excellence: Insights from Dr. Corey Cronrath
May 28, 2025
In this episode of SoundPractice, we welcome Corey M. Cronrath, DO, MPH, MBA, FACOEM, CPE, FAAPL, a triple board-certified physician and fellow of the American Association for Physician Leadership. Cronrath’s journey is a testament to resilience and dedication. From overcoming a challenging socioeconomic background and serving in the military, he.... MORE
Self-Management
The Future of Work with Heather McGowan
May 14, 2025
In this insightful episode of SoundPractice, we welcome Heather McGowan, BFA, MBA, a prominent future-of-work strategist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author. With a background in industrial design and extensive expertise in the evolving landscape of work, McGowan is a leading voice on how we can adapt to the future. Join us.... MORE
Quality and Risk
Surgical Competence and the Aging Surgeon Program with Dr. Mark Katlic
April 30, 2025
Episode Summary: In this episode of SoundPractice, host Mike Sacopulos sits down with Mark Katlic, MD, the chair emeritus of surgery for LifeBridge Health System in Baltimore, Maryland. Katlic opens up about his illustrious career, the creation of the Aging Surgeon Program, and the essential topic of maintaining surgical competence.... MORE
Self-Management
World Class Athletes and Physician Leaders: Same or Different? With Dr. Naakesh Dewan
April 16, 2025
Overview: In this episode, Mike Sacopulos interviews Naakesh Dewan, MD, CPE, DLFAPA, FASAM, a certified physician executive and internationally recognized expert in healthcare quality and digital innovations. Dewan shares his journey from collegiate athlete to physician executive and discusses the parallels between high performance in sports and medicine. Key Topics: 1. Physicians.... MORE
Professional Capabilities
Coaching Physician Leaders with Dr. Lisa Herbert
April 2, 2025
Episode Summary: Join host Mike Sacopulos in an engaging conversation with Lisa Herbert, MD, FAAFP, PCC, a board-certified family physician and the visionary founder and CEO of Just the Right Balance. Herbert shares her inspiring journey from an early interest in medicine to becoming a transformative coach for physician leaders..... MORE
Finance
Private Equity Trends in Healthcare with Max Reiboldt
March 19, 2025
Episode Overview: Join SoundPractice host, Mike Sacopulos, as he explores the rapid evolution and integral role of private equity (PE) in healthcare with expert Max Reiboldt, CPA. This episode is essential for physicians, health system leaders, PE sponsors, payers, and anyone involved in the healthcare industry. Key Topics: About Max Reiboldt: Learn about.... MORE