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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

ABOUT SOUND PRACTICE

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.

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

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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



Quality and Risk

Physician Employment Contracts and Compensation with Kyle Claussen

March 5, 2025

In this episode of SoundPractice, we delve into the specialized area of healthcare law and the intricacies of physician contracts. Join us as we sit down with Kyle Claussen, CEO of Resolve.com, a firm renowned for its expertise in the legal, financial, and strategic aspects of physicians' employment agreements. Claussen.... MORE