AMA Physician Leadership Academy

Led by top physician executives and healthcare leadership experts, this program equips physicians with the leadership skills to drive change in any healthcare setting.

Grow your skills and drive change

The AMA Physician Leadership Academy delivers foundational leadership education for early-to mid-career physicians looking to progress in their careers. This 12-month hybrid program gives you the actionable skills you need to make a difference. 

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Discover the full lineup of programming for the AMA Physician Leadership Academy.

Why the AMA Physician Leadership Academy?

The AMA Physician Leadership Academy provides foundational leadership education for physicians who are:

· Rising in their organizations
· Expanding their leadership responsibilities
· Preparing for future leadership roles in healthcare

In just 12 months, gain actionable skills from experienced leadership faculty and physician executives, covering a variety of topics such as:

· Team motivation
· Culture building 
· Strategic planning and execution
· Budget management fundamentals

With guidance in facilitated small group sessions, you will integrate key lessons into a longitudinal Capstone Project developed throughout the year.

Created by the AMA in collaboration with the Healthcare Leadership Institute.

Program overview

Format: 12-month hybrid program
Dates: Oct. 7, 2026 – Sept. 22, 2027
Schedule
  · In-person workshop: Nov. 13-14, 2026, at AMA Headquarters in Chicago, IL
  · Monthly virtual sessions: Alternating interactive teaching and facilitated small group sessions averaging 3 hours/month

Who should apply

The AMA Physician Leadership Academy is designed to provide early-to mid-career physicians with the skills needed to advance into or grow within leadership positions such as:

· Medical directors
· Service line leaders
· Departmental vice chairs
· Associate chief medical officers
· Independent practice leaders

Seats are limited and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Investment

· Program Fee: $7,295 for AMA members, $7,595 for non-members

Are you ready to level-up your career?

Apply for the AMA Physician Leadership Academy to learn practical approaches to healthcare challenges from top physician executives. AMA members receive a discount. Not a member yet? Join the AMA to unlock this and other great benefits.