The Physician Podcast Playbook: Building and Amplifying Clinical Conversations

Friday, April 3, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET | Zoom

Healthcare entities are increasingly turning to podcasts as a powerful way to connect physicians, share expertise and extend their institutional voice beyond traditional boundaries. Producing a successful program requires more than a microphone, it takes relationships, strategy, and a distribution partner that can help content reach the right clinical audiences.

In this session, Brett Shahian, Senior Manager of Digital Network Development at UCI Health, and Mike Ciaburri, VP, Associations, Societies & Health Systems at Conexiant, walk through the planning, production, and promotion strategy behind the UCI Health Physician Huddle podcast. The program will explore how UCI Health built an efficient content pipeline for physician-focused episodes and how Conexiant helps extend that content across a specialized healthcare media network.

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Conference Registration Rates
Member Rate: $725.00 
Non-Member Rate: $875 (Includes a one-year membership at a $35 discount.)
Group Rate (5+): $695 
Group Rate (10+): $685
Group Rate (20+): $675

NOTE: The non-member fee is extended to healthcare professionals employed by a healthcare practice, hospital, health system, or related ancillary healthcare service who hold roles in physician liaison, networking, growth, business development, marketing, or strategic planning that directly support or represent healthcare providers. Vendors and Consultants cannot attend as non-members; please contact the AAPL office for more information on our Sponsorship Opportunities.

Pre-Conference Workshops
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost to Attend: $99

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Accommodations

Hotel Van Zandt

605 Davis Street
Austin, Texas 78701
(512) 542-5300

Hotel Van Zandt, nestled in the lively Rainey Street Historic District, celebrates creativity and individuality, embodying Austin’s vibrant music scene and culture. Our artistically designed accommodations, live performances, and exceptional Southern hospitality weave the city’s stories into every detail.

AAPL Discounted Room Rates

$199 per room for single/double occupancy, plus tax. The AAPL discounted hotel rate is available until Wednesday, May 20th, or until the room block is full. 

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