Why an MBA?

As physicians move into medical management, leaving clinical practice behind to play a major role in managing physician performance and clinical processes, they are having to deal in the business world. Physician executives are donning the pinstripe suit instead of the white coat, and adding a business acumen to their clinical skills. Many have opted to pursue executive MBA programs to learn the business competencies they need to manage health care organizations. This article summarizes the educational opportunities available in executive MBA programs and discusses the value of business training for aspiring physician executives.     

Family Therapy by a Husband-Wife Team*

Marital and family therapy has traditionally been carried out by a solo therapist or colleaguel co-therapists. Theoretical and clinical advantages and potential difficulties of a husband-wife team will be discussed and comparisons made to the colleaguel co-therapy model. Phases in the development of a husband-wife therapy team and illustrative clinical vignettes will be presented.