SoundPractice

Mar 05 2025 170 ep. 32 mins 5
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SoundPractice, hosted by the American Association for Physician Leadership®, delivers practical information and fresh perspectives for physician leaders and those running healthcare systems. Physician advocates Michael Sacopulos, JD (healthcare attorney, author, speaker) and Cheryl Toth, MBA (business writer, speaker - former practice consultant and healthcare tech executive) bring you the best thought leaders, crisp humor, and pithy tips to help your healthcare organization thrive.

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Physician Employment Contracts and Compensation with Kyle Claussen

Mar 05 2025 21 mins  
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 offers insight into fair market value, noncompete clauses, and

Systems Thinking in Healthcare: A Conversation with Dr. David Matchar

Feb 19 2025 39 mins  
Join host Mike Sacopulos in this compelling episode of SoundPractice as he sits down with David Matchar, MD, to delve into the transformative potential of systems thinking in healthcare. Matchar is a distinguished expert in the industry with a rich career from his early days at Duke University to current influential roles. Drawing from lived experiences, he shares unique insights o

The Power of Gratitude in Healthcare with Linda Roszak Burton

Feb 05 2025 28 mins  
Summary: In this insightful episode of SoundPractice, host Mike Sacopulos engages in a compelling conversation with Linda Roszak Burton, an accomplished author, researcher, and executive coach. Linda, the author of The Power of Gratitude to Heal the World, delves into the integration of neuroscience-based methodologies in her coaching to enhance well-being and performance in the he

Physician Wellness with Tim Fischer from Jackson and Coker and J. Corey Feist from Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation

Jan 22 2025 27 mins  
Episode Overview: Today’s guests have had immense impacts reaching far beyond the healthcare system. Their transformative work has revolutionized mental health reporting requirements and licensed over 1.2 million healthcare workers with the skills to reduce stigma and improve access to care. Join host Mike Sacopulos as he interviews Tim Fischer, president of Jackson and Coker, a

The Ongoing Need for Physician Leaders with Tom Rossi from Jackson Physician Search

Jan 08 2025 27 mins  
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 on physician recruitment, leadership development, and the pressing need for effective physician leaders today. Key Takeaways: The

Doctoring Differently with Dr. Naomi Lawrence-Reid

Dec 25 2024 35 mins  
Episode Summary: Are you a physician feeling stuck in the traditional career path of clinical medicine? Join us for an enlightening episode of SoundPractice as host Mike Sacopulos welcomes Naomi Lawrence-Reid, MD, a board-certified pediatrician and the visionary founder of Doctoring Differently. Lawrence-Reid shares her inspiring journey from traditional clinical medicine to explor

Harnessing Exam Room Experience for Leadership Excellence with Dr. Hanah Polotsky and Lisa Williams

Dec 11 2024 27 mins  
Episode Overview: Host Mike Sacopulos interviews Hanah Polotsky, MD, MBOE, and Lisa Williams on the intersection of healthcare, leadership, and innovation explored in their book Physician Leader: How Exam Room Experience Drives Leadership Excellence. Key Discussion Points: Background and Journey: Lisa Williams: Shares her extensive career in healthcare, from nursing home administra

Navigating Healthcare Leadership with Dr. Smita Agarkar

Nov 27 2024 25 mins  
Overview: Join us for an insightful conversation with Smita Agarkar, MD, CPE, FAAPL, a distinguished physician leader. She shares her journey from clinical practice to a significant leadership position offering valuable advice for early-career physicians and highlights the crucial contributions of women in healthcare leadership. Agarkar discusses her shift from outpatient to inpati

Gun Violence, Physician Leadership, and a Public Health Perspective with Dr. Megan Ranney

Nov 13 2024 25 mins  
Episode Overview: Host Mike Sacopulos interviews Megan Ranney, MD, MPH, FACEP, exploring her career journey and impactful work at the intersection of clinical medicine, public health, and advocacy. Ranney shares insights and actionable steps to address systemic healthcare issues and gun violence. Key Topics: Career Journey: From Peace Corps volunteer in West Africa during the AIDS

Dr. Stefanie Green and What Physicians Need to Know about MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying)

Oct 30 2024 28 mins  
Episode Overview: Host Mike Sacopulos interviews Stefanie Green, MD, a leading expert in Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) and author of the bestselling memoir This is Assisted Dying: A Doctor’s Story of Empowering Patients at the End of Life. This insightful discussion covers: • Scope of practice; • Patient eligibility; • Clinical availability; • Differences between Can