Physician Leadership Network Schedule

Date(s)

Topic & Description

Tuesday
Sep 17, 2024
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.   

Wednesday
Sep 18, 2024
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.         

Influence vs. Advocacy: Distinguishing the Difference

More and more, physicians are being invited to be part of committees, task forces and working groups. Sometimes the role demands advocacy and sometimes influence—and sometimes both. We'll discuss the differences in styles and approaches, plus share tips for success.

Tuesday
Oct 29, 2024
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday
Oct 30, 2024
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.         

Topics in Teamwork, Part 1: Effective Team Communication

As teamwork becomes increasingly important in patient care and teams expand within and outside the walls of the clinic, effective team communication is critical. We'll discuss strategies and options to ensure everyone stays up to speed and has a voice.

Tuesday
Dec 10, 2024
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday
Dec 11, 2024
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.         

Topics in Teamwork, Part 2: Leadership Styles

With expanding teams in patient care, the role of physician as leader is becoming more and more important. We'll talk about the different leadership styles and why there's a time and place for each. We'll provide resources and tips to expand your personal leadership approach.

Tuesday
Jan 21, 2025
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday
Jan 22, 2025
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.         

New Year, New Approach: Taking Action on Burnout Prevention

No one is immune to burnout. As pressures on the healthcare system mount, burnout has become a serious issue for physicians and others. We’ll review the latest evidence and discuss strategies and approaches for minimizing risk. 

Wednesday
Mar 5, 2025
7:30 - 8:30 a.m. 

Thursday
Mar 6, 2025
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.        

Beyond the Pizza Party: Steps for Growing Healthy Team Culture 

A healthy culture is the secret ingredient to high functioning teams.  Growing culture requires some thoughtful effort by leaders, but the results – team efficiency, effectiveness, harmony and resilience – are worth that effort.  We’ll share tips and strategies leaders can use to foster healthy team culture. 

Tuesday
Apr 15, 2025
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday
Apr 16, 2025
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.         

When Horns Lock: Tools for Managing Conflict with Grace

Any time passionate and committed people come together with a mutual goal, there is potential for conflict.  The key is in approaching conflict as an opportunity versus a problem. Tools and strategies can help physicians lead through conflict and ensure that resolution is achieved without casualties. 

Wednesday
May 28, 2025
7:30 - 8:30 a.m. 

Thursday
May 29, 2025
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.        

QI Simplified: Practical Application for Healthcare Teams 

High functioning teams weave quality improvement into everything they do. Although QI theory can be complex, the practical application can be very simple and rewarding. We’ll share the tools and strategies that can be easily incorporated into the team’s daily routine. 

Tuesday
Sep 16, 2025
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday
Sep 17, 2025
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.         

Rules of Engagement: Leading Teams Through Change

Successful change in any organization - from clinic to health region - is largely dependent on the people involved and their level of engagement and commitment to the new vision.  We'll explore principles of change management and share actual accounts of those principles in action.