The PLA Podcast
The Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) Podcast is a space for physicians seeking meaningful connection, personal growth, and authentic leadership. Through insightful conversations with PLA faculty, alumni, and thought leaders, we explore the inner work of physician leadership—from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to navigating burnout, uncertainty, and change.
Hosted by Dr. Stephanie Costa, this podcast offers practical tools, honest reflections, and real stories that inspire physicians to lead with intention—at work, at home, and in their communities. Whether you’re a graduate of the PLA or just beginning your leadership journey, this podcast is here to reconnect you with your values, your purpose, and your community.
🎙️ Produced by the Columbus Medical Association
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The PLA Podcast
Latest Episodes
Ep 15: Becoming the Author of Your Life: Purpose, Growth & Life After PLA
In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa welcomes PLA graduate and pediatrician Dr. Purbi Sahai for a thoughtful conversation about what happens after the Physicians Leadership Academy experience and how personal transformat...
Ep 14: Letting Go of Being Right: Curiosity, Leadership & Growth with Dr. Mrunal Shah
In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa welcomes PLA faculty member, physician leader, and healthcare coach Dr. Mrunal Shah for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, organizational culture, and the evolving challenges...
Ep 13: Finding Shared Purpose: Building Community & Connection in Medicine with Tracy Davidson
In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa welcomes Tracy Davidson, CEO of the Columbus Medical Association and Affiliates, for a conversation about physician belonging, leadership, and the importance of community in healthcar...
Ep 12: Facing the End: Purpose, Presence & End-of-Life Coaching with Phil Cass
In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa sits down with PLA founder Phil Cass for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation about his recent journey into end-of-life coaching.After decades of leadership, co...
Ep 11 - Part 2: Tired and Wired: Safe Relational Touch for Nervous System Regulation
In part two of our conversation with aesthetician, artist, and craniosacral therapy practitioner Amy Linville, host and PLA Director of Alumni Programming Dr. Stephanie Costa continues their conversation focusing on biodynamic craniosacral ther...