Leadership Seminars
WSMA Leadership Seminars are designed for graduates of the
WSMA Physician Leadership Course. Seminars will provide in-depth exposure to the topics that were covered
in the Physician Leadership Course, with an emphasis on skill development
and practical application of leadership principles using role-playing,
demonstrations, and case studies. All seminars will be held via Zoom and
will range between half-day and full-day sessions depending on the seminar
topic.
This activity has been approved for
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
Except where noted, the seminars are led by
Edward A. Walker, MD, MHA, professor emeritus in the
departments of psychiatry and behavioral sciences and health services
at the University of Washington in Seattle and senior physician
advisor for the WSMA Center for Leadership Development.
Effective Governance Course**
Oct. 21, 2022, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
**This course is open to alumni and non-alumni of our courses. You must be
in a physician leadership role at your organization.
Now more than ever, physicians are being asked to serve on the board of
their clinic, medical group, or integrated system. But to be an effective
board member it is important to understand the difference between a
constituency-based board and a representative board, what's expected of
you in terms of fiduciary responsibility, who you are expected to
represent, and how to be effective in communicating as a board member.
Equipped with this knowledge, physicians can be even stronger leaders and
bring a powerful voice and perspective to any board.
Registration and More Information
Your Personal Leadership Style: The Key to Unlocking Versatility
Sept. 15, 2022, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
You know you are some combination of driver/analytic/expressive/amiable,
and you have already started using your personal style as a leadership
tool. Join us for a refresher and “next steps” workshop to learn more
about how to creatively modify your style and increase your interpersonal
versatility as a leader.
Register
Beyond the Basics: Building High-Performing Teams
Oct. 28, 2022, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
You likely spend more time in teams than in any other responsibility as a
leader. Get beyond the basics of team function and learn how to build and
nurture high-performing teams that make an impact.
Register
Harness Your EQ to Change Culture and Influence Colleagues
Nov. 17, 2022, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
You have already had an introduction to EQ, but leaders need to have a
deeper understanding of the importance of how it is used to change
relationships and culture. This workshop builds on your existing knowledge
of how EQ is used in leadership and takes you to the next level of
self-understanding and influence.
Registration coming soon!
Communication is a Two-Way Street: Tips on Shaping Your Message and
Listening Effectively
Dec. 8, 2022, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Communication is the premier tool of leadership influence and change. How
good are you at getting your transformation messages across to those you
lead? Join us for a workshop on improving how you shape the messages you
send and how to listen with a third ear to what your colleagues are saying.
Registration coming soon!
The Art of Persuasion and Influence in Medical Leadership
Jan. 13, 2023, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
All human behavior is motivated, and good leaders know how to inspire
individuals to better clinical and interpersonal outcomes by understanding
these motivations. Learn the art of persuasion and influence by
understanding how our colleagues see and value the people and
opportunities around them.
Registration coming soon!
A Leader’s Guide to Providing Feedback and Managing Conflict
Feb. 10, 2023, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
As a leader, there's likely not a day that goes by when you are not asked to give feedback or
resolve conflict. This workshop is aimed at moving you to the next level
by leveraging your current knowledge and skills by giving you coached
practice in the art and science of feedback and conflict management.
Registration coming soon!
Lessons from a CFO: How to Increase Your Financial I.Q.
TBD, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Guest speaker
Now that you know the basics of finance, spend a day with a real CFO and
learn what he thinks physicians really ought to know about the way money
moves through your health care system and how you can increase your
financial IQ.
Registration coming soon!
Cancellation policy
Refunds are available for live event registration depending on when the
refund is requested in relation to the start of the seminar.
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30 days or more until start of event: a 100% refund
less a $25 processing fee per person
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29-15 days or less until start of event: 50% refund
- 14 days until start of event: no refund
The WSMA reserves the right to cancel the seminar. If so, preregistered participants will be notified and full refunds provided. No-shows will receive no refund. Registrations may not be transferred to another person at any time. A participant may transfer registration one time to the next available course if space permits. All subsequent transfers of registration will incur a change fee, subject to the discretion of course management. All refunds will be issued to the original form of payment.
CME credit for half-day courses
The Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) is accredited by the
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide
continuing medical education for physicians.
The WSMA designates this live activity for a maximum of 32 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent
of their participation in the activity.
This activity meets the criteria for up to 32 hour(s) of Category I CME
credit to satisfy the relicensure requirements of the Washington Medical
Commission.
CME credit for full-day courses
The Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) is accredited by the
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide
continuing medical education for physicians.
The WSMA designates this live activity for a maximum of 32.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent
of their participation in the activity.
This activity meets the criteria for up to 32.5 hour(s) of Category I CME
credit to satisfy the relicensure requirements of the Washington Medical
Commission.
Disclosure
The content of this activity is not related to products or services of an
ACCME-defined commercial interest; therefore, no one in control of content
has a relevant financial relationship to disclose and there is no
potential for conflicts of interest.