To thrive as a TPMG (The Permanente Medical Group) physician or healthcare professional, you generally need a medical degree, relevant board certification, and strong clinical expertise in your specialty. Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, and ongoing continuing medical education, are typically expected. Outstanding communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care approaches are crucial soft skills in this environment. These qualities are important because they support high standards of care and collaboration in a large, integrated healthcare organization.