Don’t just survive, thrive.
The leadership program for physicians who were meant for something more.
The purpose of the Physicians Leadership Academy is to provide mindful leadership training to improve the lives of physicians, their patients, and the community.
The PLA Podcast
Introducing The PLA Podcast!
Join hosts Stephanie Costa and Phil Cass as they reconnect practicing physicians with their original purpose. Through expert insights and inspiring conversations, rediscover the passion that brought you to medicine.
Listen now for your dose of emotional intelligence, social intelligence, and cognitive capacity – where purpose meets practice.
Behind the Scenes of PLA with Dr. Stephanie Costa
Join Dr. Stephanie Costa, Chief Director of the Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) at the Columbus Medical Association, as she shares insights into the transformative impact of the PLA program. Explore the comprehensive curriculum, personalized coaching, and vibrant community that make PLA a cornerstone of physician development.
What People Are Saying
"I think the most valuable thing I gained was how it changed the way I think. I’m more present with my patients, in meetings, with my family, with even myself. I've been on a path in my own well-being for a couple of years now, and PLA really accelerated that. The group setting, I was most hesitant about but turned out to be hugely important."
— Dr. Kristin Devor, DO
Family Medicine
PLA Class 2022/2023
“The PLA taught me how to look within myself to see my strengths and use these strengths to bring about positive change in both the practice of medicine and within my community."
— Dr. Laura Espy-Bell
Founder of Made for Medicine
PLA Class 2020/2021
“This program also importantly focuses on how we as physician leaders must be mindful of our own needs (personal and family) that add to our resiliency and recovery. The power of mindfulness helps to bring clarity and focus which allows for less self-judgment and enhances our overall well-being. We learn to embrace being open and honest with ourselves and each other. This is a place where you can be yourself and be challenged and motivated to learn.”
— Dr. Danilo Polonia, MD
Family Medicine
PLA Class 2022/2023
PLA’s Impact
Don’t just take our word for it! Hear from our alumni about their time in the PLA.
The Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.