Hot Topic | Building Our Future: Preparing, Leading and Inspiring the Next Generation of Physician Leaders

The future of healthcare depends on how we prepare, lead and inspire the next generation of physician leaders. From the first days of medical school to serving as executives shaping health systems, physicians play a pivotal role in transforming care delivery.

This session will explore innovative strategies in medical education, physician advocacy, and the development of physician-led, next-generation care models. Top healthcare leaders will share insights on building a physician workforce that is resilient, forward-thinking and prepared to meet the complex demands of modern healthcare.

Key topics will include strengthening the medical career pipeline, particularly in rural and underserved communities; advancing policies that support today’s clinicians in a rapidly evolving delivery environment; and elevating the role of physician executives in leading healthcare organizations.

Discussions will focus on how physician leaders, serving as both clinicians and business executives, can bridge the gap between frontline care and organizational strategy. By emphasizing whole-health approaches, community engagement and leadership development, this session will highlight what it takes to create a future of medicine driven by purpose, promise and lasting impact.