Podcasts about academic medicine

Equipped with a conviction that all of us are leaders in academic medicine, Judy Tung, MD, joins the Faculty Factory Podcast this week to discuss leadership development and so much more. Dr. Tung serves as an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City. She is also the Associate Dean of Faculty Development at the School of Medicine. You can see the two articles referenced in this interview here: Putting Traits Associated with Effective Medical Leadership into Action: Support for a Faculty Development Strategy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39143441/ Enhancing a Faculty Development Program: Identifying and Addressing Leadership Skill Gaps Using an Established Leadership Framework: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40503092/ Learn more: https://facultyfactory.org/judy-tung 

Episode 123: Evaluating Disability-Inclusive Content on U.S. Medical Schools' Websites—A National Study Interviewees: Ifeoma Ikedionwu, MD — Psychiatry and Internal Medicine Dual Intern, UT Southwestern Dominique Cook — Fourth-Year Medical Student, University of South Florida Interviewer: Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA — Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in Undergraduate Medical Education Description: In this episode of Stories Behind the Science, Dr. Lisa Meeks sits down with Dr. Ifeoma Ikedionwu and Dominique Cook, co-authors of the first national study examining how medical school websites communicate disability inclusion. Their paper, Evaluating Disability-Inclusive Content on U.S. Medical Schools' Websites: A National Study, is part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in Undergraduate Medical Education. What do medical schools' digital front doors say about who belongs? The conversation explores how public-facing messages shape applicants' sense of access, belonging, and possibility—and why visibility is the first step toward equity. Ikedionwu and Cook share how their lived experiences as medical students with and without disabilities inspired a research project that merges advocacy, analysis, and systemic change. Together, they unpack the challenges of quantifying inclusivity, the nuance of intersecting identities, and the powerful role of student-led research in shaping institutional accountability. The episode underscores how every mission statement, technical standard, and accessibility page sends a message—and how aligning those messages with institutional values can create a more inclusive path for future physicians. Listeners will leave with actionable insights: Audit your institution's website for clarity, tone, and accessibility. Engage learners with lived experience in reviewing public materials. Translate inclusion from policy into practice—and from practice into visibility. Because as Ikedionwu reminds us, “It's not enough to do the work—you have to share it, so others can find their way.” Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UmiXVs8wESM28eRYAM-d13IuJTV6VzR2khagExHF12A/edit?usp=sharing Resources: Article from Today's Talk: Ikedionwu I, Cook D, Kim N, Cotts J, Case B, Meeks LM. Evaluating Disability-Inclusive Content on U.S. Medical Schools' Websites: A National Study. Academic Medicine. 2025;100(10S):S60–S67. Read the full article here → Related Reading: Equal Access for Students with Disabilities: The Guide for Health Science and Professional Education (2nd Ed). Meeks LM, Jain NR, & Laird EP. Springer Publishing, 2020.

Interviewees: Matthew Sullivan, PhD, Assistant Director of Disability Resources, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Suchita “Suchi” Rastogi, PhD. MPH Candidate, University of Illinois Chicago; CEO, Disability in Medicine Mutual Mentorship Program Interviewer: Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA, Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in Undergraduate Medical Education Description: In this episode of Stories Behind the Science, Dr. Lisa Meeks talks with Matt Sullivan (Washington University School of Medicine) and Suchita “Suchi” Rastogi (UIC; DM3P) about their paper, “Standardized Language for Clinical Accommodations in U.S. Undergraduate Medical Training: Results From a National Modified Delphi Consensus Study,”part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. Their conversation explores how a grassroots idea—born from students' lived experiences and practitioners' urgent need for clarity—grew into the first national, evidence-based language guide for clinical accommodations. Together, they unpack how a modified Delphi process brought students, Disability Resource Professionals, and leaders together to build consensus around the precise language that transforms intention into implementation. The trio discuss how language and word choices can make the difference between support and confusion, and how transparent, shared language strengthens trust and access for all. Dr. Meeks, Sullivan, and Rastogi also reflect on the collaborative model that made this project possible—one that centers disabled voices, encourages vulnerability in leadership, and demonstrates how clarity in communication is the foundation of equity. Listeners will come away with practical takeaways for institutions and leaders: audit your accommodation templates, build structured partnerships between DRPs and Student Affairs, and engage students as co-creators in designing accessible clinical environments. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ooJ5TP8V8s4t35EECoWHNTta7qqwbKlx-Fgu_WIiPG4/edit?usp=sharing Bios: Matt Sullivan PhD Dr. Sullivan is the Assistant Director of Disability Resources, At Washington University in St. Louis, and serves as DR's liaison to WashU's School of Medicine, acting as the primary contact for SoM faculty/staff, students, and prospective students.  In this role, Matt works closely with all parties to create an accessible and inclusive educational environment for disabled students pursuing their degrees within Health Sciences and Medicine. Dr. Sullivan is a research-oriented practitioner dedicated to promoting disability awareness and inclusion within the higher education environment.  In his student affairs roles, Dr. Sullivan has experience providing leadership and direction for a variety of programs and services in the areas of disability, testing, tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, and academic coaching.  Working in the field of disability services for more than a decade, Matt has dedicated his time and energy to the education and development of students, faculty, and staff surrounding the intersectionality of disability with race, culture, gender, and other prominent identity factors. Suchita “Suchi” Rastogi PhD Suchi is an MPH student at the University of Illinois Chicago and CEO of the Disability in Medicine Mutual Mentorship Program (DM3P). A former MD-PhD student at Stanford University, she advocates for accessible medical education and leads community-based efforts to promote disability inclusion and peer mentorship. As a South Asian disability activist, she values health equity and compassionately designed systems that serve all people with dignity. She believes everyone deserves respect, access to material resources, and psychosocial support. These values compel her to improve healthcare and public health infrastructure for disabled patients, increase disability representation in medicine, and shift attitudes towards persons with disability. To accomplish this, she 1) run a mentorship program (DM3P) for healthcare professionals with disability, 2) conducts disability health equity research, and 3) advocates for evidence-based policies that center accessibility. Key Words: Clinical accommodations · Disability inclusion · Medical students · Disability Resource Professionals ADA Resources: Article from Today's Talk: Dhanani Z, Rastogi S, Sullivan M, Betchkal R, Poullos P, Meeks LM. Standardized Language for Clinical Accommodations in U.S. Undergraduate Medical Training: Results From a National Modified Delphi Consensus Study.Academic Medicine. 2025;100(10S):S92–S97. DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000006150 Read the full article here → Equal Access for Students with Disabilities: The Guide for Health Science and Professional Education (2nd Ed). Meeks LM, Jain NR, & Laird EP. Springer Publishing, 2020. Read here → The Docs With Disabilities Podcast: https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/docswithpodcast

Lekshmi Santhosh, MD, MAEd, an innovative leader in medicine, joins our Faculty Factory Podcast this week to discuss building an array of mentors, each playing a different role in your life and career journey in academic medicine. She also encourages us to challenge conventional definitions of mentoring throughout this conversation. The concept of matrix mentorship invites us to explore the metaphor of a “bouquet of mentors,” which is a central theme of the interview. At the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), Dr. Santhosh is an Associate Professor of Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine and Hospital Medicine. She serves as the Department of Medicine's Associate Chair for Mentorship and People Development and is the Associate Program Director for the internal medicine residency program at UCSF. She also holds the title of Gold-headed Cane Endowed Education Chair in Internal Medicine. Her passion for mentoring trainees, early-career faculty, and peers shines throughout this discussion. “Just knowing that one mentor is not going to be able to meet all your needs is really important,” Dr. Santhosh emphasizes. Thank you to a dear friend of the Faculty Factory, Joshua Hartzell, MD, MS-HPEd, FACP, FIDSA, for recommending Dr. Santhosh as a guest on our show. It was a very memorable and special debut on the Faculty Factory Podcast for her. You can revisit our leadership conversation with Dr. Hartzell: https://facultyfactory.org/joshua-hartzell/ And of course, if you have a guest you'd like us to invite for a conversation on our podcast, please send us a message: https://facultyfactory.org/contact-us/

With mergers and acquisitions (M&As) potentially reshaping the landscape of academic medicine, we are honored to welcome Elza Mylona, PhD, MBA, to this week's episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast to explore this emerging trend. Dr. Mylona is the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Faculty Development and also serves as a Professor of Foundational Sciences at Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine in Fayetteville, North Carolina. In this timely discussion about a topic that impacts everyone the institution undergoing a merger or acquisition touches, we examine the economic and demographic pressures driving many of the M&As in academic medicine and beyond. Learn More: https://facultyfactory.org/ 

Interviewee: Erick Hung, MD, Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Associate Dean for Students, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine Interviewer: Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA, Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in Undergraduate Medical Education Description: In this episode of Stories Behind the Science, Dr. Lisa Meeks talks with Dr. Erick Hung (UCSF) about his paper, “Promoting Disability Inclusion Through an Expanded Conceptual Framework of the Learning Environment,” part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. Their conversation explores how a single student story at UCSF sparked a full-scale rethinking of what it means to create an equitable learning environment. Dr. Hung walks us through the journey—from a campus task force to a conceptual framework that now guides systemic change nationwide. Together, they unpack the six domains of the learning environment, including a new and critical addition: the societal layer, which recognizes how broader cultural forces shape belonging, access, and success. The discussion touches on mentorship, student advocacy, technical standards reform, and what it means to move beyond compliance toward culture change. Dr. Hung also reflects on humility in leadership, the importance of systems thinking, and how conceptual frameworks become living roadmaps for equity. Listeners will come away with practical takeaways for schools and leaders—build peer networks, re-evaluate policies through an inclusion lens, and invite students into the co-creation of change. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aO6cvl-_b82AONsV7V4LmS1Y8r6sI8zVtWKzWPlHakw/edit?usp=sharing Bios: Erick Hung, MD is Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Associate Dean for Students at UCSF School of Medicine. A UCSF graduate and psychiatrist by training, he has led major institutional efforts to foster student well-being, belonging, and disability inclusion. His scholarship and leadership focus on systems approaches to learner flourishing, inclusive learning environments, and advocacy for equitable policy reform in medical education. Key Words: Learning environment Disability inclusion Medical students Systems thinking Societal drivers Technical standards Belonging Well-being Institutional change Resources: Article from Today's Talk: Theall, Alexandra C.P.; Crandall, Joanne E., MD; Gamboa, Haley N., MS, MD; Chichioco, Michael; Hughes, Sarah E.; Gruppen, Larry, PhD; Hung, Erick, MD. Promoting Disability Inclusion Through an Expanded Conceptual Framework of the Learning Environment. Academic Medicine, 100(10S): S84-S91, October 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000006148 Read the full article here The Docs With Disabilities Podcast: https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/docswithpodcast  

I never saw Andrew after that night, but I think of him often. I hope that our interaction played a small part in getting him the care he needed. Sujal Manohar reflects on the  importance of digging deeper into a patient's social history by expanding past the typical questions. The essay read in this episode was published in the Teaching and Learning Moments column in the September 2025 issue of Academic Medicine. Read the essay at academicmedicine.org.

Interviewee: Bassel Shanab, BS is a fourth-year medical student at the Yale School of Medicine.  Interviewer:  Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA, Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. Description: This episode of Stories Behind the Science sits down with Bassel Shanab (Yale School of Medicine), co-first author of “The Intersection of Disability, Race, Ethnicity, and Financial Background on Food Insecurity Among Medical Students,” part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. We move beyond prevalence rates to the lived realities behind them—and why hunger so often hides in plain sight in elite training environments. Bassel shares the personal experiences that shaped his questions, the multi-institutional data that sharpened the answers, and the practical moves any school can make now: screen routinely, get cost-of-living estimates right, normalize help-seeking, and invest in evidence-based campus supports. Along the way, we talk flourishing (not just “fixing”), student-led research networks, and why transparency beats stigma every time. Whether you're a dean, DRP, faculty member, or student, this conversation offers a humane roadmap from surviving to thriving. Links to the open-access article, and related tools are in the show notes. Transcript:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/184LJqvcAgHGmpHyOcaxOxRw4yetR7qrGPPin0HDX7i4/edit?usp=sharing   Bios:   Bassel Shanab, BS is a fourth-year medical student at the Yale School of Medicine. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences and Global Health Studies from Northwestern University, graduating with distinction. His academic interests include medical education, cardiovascular health, social determinants of health, and health policy. Key Words:   Food insecurity Medical students Disability Race and ethnicity Underrepresented in medicine (URiM) Low-income background Intersectionality Student well-being Academic performance   Resources:  Article from Today's Talk The Intersection of Disability, Race, Ethnicity, and Financial Background on Food Insecurity Among Medical Students   Nguyen, Mytien MS; Shanab, Bassel M.; Khosla, Pavan; Boatright, Dowin MD, MBA, MHS; Chaudhry, Sarwat I. MD; Brandt, Eric J. MD, MHS; Hammad, Nour M. MS; Grob, Karri L. EdD, MA; Brinker, Morgan; Cannon, Caden; Cermack, Katherine; Fathali, Maha; Kincaid, John W.R. MS, MPhil; Ma, Yuxing Emily; Ohno, Yuu MS; Pradeep, Aishwarya; Quintero, Anitza MBA; Raja, Neelufar; Rooney, Brendan L.; Stogniy, Sasha; Smith, Kiara K.; Sun, George; Sunkara, Jahnavi; Tang, Belinda; Rubick, Gabriella VanAken MD; Wang, JiCi MD; Bhagwagar, Sanaea Z.; Luzum, Nathan; Liu, Frank MS; Francis, John S. MD, PhD; Meeks, Lisa M. PhD, MA; Leung, Cindy W. PhD. The Intersection of Disability, Race, Ethnicity, and Financial Background on Food Insecurity Among Medical Students. Academic Medicine 100(10S):p S113-S118, October 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000006156   https://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/fulltext/2025/10001/the_intersection_of_disability,_race,_ethnicity,.12.aspx The Docs With Disabilities Podcast https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/docswithpodcast

Today's residents will still be practicing in 2060. Given that medical knowledge increases at lightning speed, educators must prepare learners for a future that demands constant innovation when faced with practice challenges. In this episode, Lou Edje, MD, introduces the Master Adaptive Learner Framework and demonstrates how to use it with medical students, residents, and chief residents. Dr. Edje shares strategies to help learners overcome barriers to learning, to “fail forward” productively, and to acquire habits supportive of a lifetime of Master Adaptive Learning.Hosted by Omari A. Hodge, MD, FAAFP and Jay-Sheree Allen Akambase, MDCopyright © Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, 2025Resources:Fostering the Development of Master Adaptive Learners - STFM Competence-Based Medical Education Toolkit for Residency ProgramsTraining Future Family Physicians to Become Master Adaptive Learners - Fam Med.Master Adaptive LearnerMaster Adaptive Learning in Faculty Development with Drew M. Keister, MD - The STFM Podcast September 2024STFM Competency-Based Medical Education Toolkit for Residency ProgramsGuest Bio:Dr. Edje is a board-certified family physician, chair of the family medicine review committee of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, and chair of the nominating committee of the American Medical Association's Council on Medical Education. She was on the writing group for the new requirements for family medicine training in the United States. She is an Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine alumna who was the Ohio Academy of Family Physicians 2012 Family Physician of The Year. She was a recipient of the 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award from the University of Cincinnati and the Distinguished Humanitarian Alumni Award from Michigan Medicine. She started at Michigan State University at age 16 where she received a bachelor of science degree in physiology. She was president of her medical school student body at the University of Michigan Medical School (UMMS) then completed her family medicine training, with honors, followed by 13 years in private practice and health system leadership. She subsequently returned to her residency program to serve as program director for seven years. She has since founded two family medicine residency programs. Dr Edje has a masters in health professions education from the University of Michigan. As senior associate dean for medical education at UMMS, she supports the medical education of 680 medical students, 1300 house officers, and 3,000 faculty as well as medical education at the Ann Arbor VA. Her interests include mitigating bias in assessment, master adaptive learners, and medical education policy.Link: https://stfm.org/stfmpodcast102025

Interviewees: Kirsten Brown, PhD Assistant Professor of Health Professions Education at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences; as a short disclaimer, Kirsten's views do not represent the official policy or position of her employer.  Dionna Bidny, MD, MMUS  a first-year resident in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, currently completing her Transitional Year; and Abby Konoposky, PhD Senior Director of Medical Education Research in the Department of Psychiatry at Northwell Health. Interviewer:  Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA, Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. Description: This episode of Stories Behind the Science brings you an intimate conversation with Dr. Kirsten Brown (Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences), Dr. Dionna Bidny (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center), and Dr. Abby Konopasky (Northwell Health), co-authors of Disability in Undergraduate Medical Education in the United States: A Scoping Review, part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in Undergraduate Medical Education. Drawing from over 80 publications, their study traces how disability in medical education has too often been framed through deficit and legal models, while leaving intersectionality and the voices of disabled learners largely absent. Together, we explore why this framing matters, what the literature reveals about gaps and progress, and how a critical perspective can re-shape the field. Our guests share the personal and professional motivations behind this ambitious review, the surprises and challenges they encountered, and their hopes for how this work can serve as both roadmap and catalyst. Whether you are a researcher, faculty member, disability resource professional, or student, this episode offers insights into the state of the field and inspiration for charting new directions. Resources and links to the open-access article, Disability Resource Hub, and related tools are in the show notes. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iUYE0Q-2TA1flXiMU6rum1S3dO-obE5DoA9J0mFmHlE/edit?usp=sharing Bios:   Kirsten Brown, PhD Dr. Kirsten Brown's research examines the intersection of disability, power, and social systems. Her work has appeared in the Journal of College Student Development, the Journal of Diversity in Higher Education, and Journal of Higher Education. She co-authored the book Disability in Higher Education: A Social Justice Approach. Dr. Brown prepared this chapter during non-work hours as an independent scholar and this publication did not receive funding from the federal government. The views expressed are solely those of the author and do not represent the official policy or position of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, the Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.  Abigail Konopasky, PhD Abigail Konopasky holds doctorates in educational psychology from George Mason University and in linguistics from Princeton University. She is currently an Associate Professor and Director of Medical Education Research and Scholarship in the Psychiatry Department at Northwell Health. She conducts critical qualitative and mixed methods research in health professions education, with a focus on equity, Black feminism, and critical disability studies using functional linguistic and narrative methods and theories of agency. She serves on the editorial boards of Teaching and Learning in Medicine, Perspectives on Medical Education, and Advances in Health Sciences Education. Dionna Bidny, MD, MMus  Dionna is a first year resident at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (currently  in her  Transitional Year). She has a BS in biomedical engineering and an  MMus in Musicology; she incorporated her interest in accessibility in arts, sports, and healthcare spaces through research during both degrees. In medical school, she continued to study and lecture in the space of disability  justice and its intersections with art, identity,  and healthcare experience, all  while navigating  chronic illness and pursuit of her own  accommodation and access needs. In residency, she aims to continue her work in accessibility within arts and sports through community engagement and engineering innovation. Key Words:   Disability in medical education Undergraduate medical education (UME) Disability inclusion Scoping review Academic Medicine supplement Deficit model vs. asset model Legal framing of disability Intersectionality in medicine Disabled learners' voices Critical perspectives in medical education Equity in medical training Accommodations in medical education Disability justice Ableism in medicine Representation in health professions Research roadmap Diversity and inclusion in medicine Disability studies in medical education Inclusive curriculum Systemic barriers in medical education Resources:  Article from Today's Talk Maggio, Lauren A. PhD; Brown, Kirsten R. PhD; Costello, Joseph A. MSIS; Konopasky, Aaron PhD, JD; Bidny, Dionna MD, MMus; Konopasky, Abigail PhD. Disability in Undergraduate Medical Education in the United States: A Scoping Review. Academic Medicine 100(10S):p S64-S73, October 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000006154 https://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/fulltext/2025/10001/disability_in_undergraduate_medical_education_in.5.aspx   The Docs With Disabilities Podcast https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/docswithpodcast

Interviewees: Dr. Zoie Sheets, Resident Physician in the Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Chicago; and Dr. Nalinda Charnsangavej, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Residency Program Director at Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin. Interviewer:  Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA, Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. Description: Preparing to Thrive: Supporting Learners with Disabilities Through the Undergraduate-to-Graduate Medical Education Transition This episode of Stories Behind the Science brings you an intimate conversation with Dr. Zoie Sheets (University of Chicago) and Dr. Nalinda Charnsangavej (Dell Medical School, UT Austin), co-authors of Preparing to Thrive, part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in Undergraduate Medical Education. We go beyond the article to uncover the motivations, lived experiences, and research that shaped their scholarship. Together, we explore four critical decision points that can shape the trajectory of disabled medical students as they move from UME to GME: Disclosure decisions Specialty selection Program selection Requesting and utilizing accommodations in residency Zoie and Nalinda share how research, mentorship, and community informed their work, and why bridging this “black box” transition period is essential for cultivating a more inclusive profession. Whether you're a program director, DRP, advisor, or student, this episode offers insights and concrete strategies to ensure learners are not just surviving this pivotal transition—but thriving. Resources and links to the open-access article, Disability Resource Hub, and related tools are in the show notes. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h4bh81klK-mfP3grm5LNzmYp-czCEP_haP704aJBekk/edit?usp=sharing Bios:   Nalinda Charnsangavej, MD is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin where she serves as the pediatric residency program director. She serves as Co-Chair of the Disability in Graduate Medical Education group as part of the Docs with Disabilities Initiative and Co-Chair of the UME to GME Transitions Committee for the Disability Resource Hub -- the result of a collaboration between the ACGME and DWDI. As a program director, she is interested in fostering a healthy and supportive learning environment that promotes physician well-being and resilience. Her current work focuses on the transition from medical school to residency training and how to support learners with disabilities during this critical transition period. Outside of medical education, she enjoys spending time with her family, teaching her children how to cook, and attending Texas Longhorn sporting events. Zoie C. Sheets, MD, MPH is a resident physician in internal medicine and pediatrics (Med/Peds) at the University of Chicago. She is also a leader within the Docs with Disabilities Initiative, serving as Co-Chair of the Disability in Graduate Medical Education group and Co-Chair of the UME to GME Transitions Committee for the creation of a Disability Resource Hub — a collaboration between ACGME and DWDI. She believes deeply that increasing the number of disabled clinicians can transform medical education and practice, for providers and patients alike. Her current research focus centers on how graduate medical education can best support learners with disabilities, particularly during the challenging transition out of UME. In her free time, Zoie loves to read, re-watch too many medical dramas, and play with her two cats!  Key Words:   Disability inclusion Medical education Undergraduate medical education (UME) Graduate medical education (GME) UME–GME transition Disabled medical students Residency accommodations Program director support Disability Resource Professionals (DRPs) Academic Medicine  Resources:  Article from Today's Talk Sheets, Zoie C. MD, MPH; Fausone, Maureen MD, MA; Messman, Anne MD, MHPE; Ortega, Pilar MD, MGM; Ramsay, Jessica MD; Creasman, Megan MD, MA; Charnsangavej, Nalinda MD. Preparing to Thrive: Supporting Learners With Disabilities Through the Undergraduate-to-Graduate Medical Education Transition. Academic Medicine 100(10S):p S161-S165, October 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000006136   The Disability Resource Hub from ACGME and DocsWithDisabilities  https://bit.ly/DisabilityResourceHUB_GME   The Docs With Disabilities Podcast https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/docswithpodcast   Docs With Disabilities You Tube, Disability in Graduate Medical Education Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc4XEizXENYw58ptzAgfxBA4q3uLRcmx6   Docs With Disabilities Disability in Graduate Medical Education Working Group https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/digme

We are honored to have Farzana Hoque, MD, MRCP, FACP, FRCP, return to the Faculty Factory Podcast this week. This is her third appearance on the podcast, and this time she joins us to discuss her recently published article in the Journal of Brown Hospital Medicine entitled “WISE Framework: Teaching Guide for Early Career Hospitalists.” The article is based on the WISE Framework, which she formulated and discusses in depth during today's chat. As she notes at the start of the interview, it is applicable to all specialties, not just hospitalists. She currently serves as an Associate Professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She also co-directs the Medicine Sub-Internship at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Additionally, she is the Medical Director of Bordley Tower at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital. Dr. Hoque's previous two interviews with the Faculty Factory can be found here: Emotional Intelligence (EQ) for Unlocking Leadership Potential: https://facultyfactory.org/eq-leadership/ Embracing Culture Over Strategy: Lessons Learned in Academic Medicine: https://facultyfactory.org/farzana-hoque/ “After several days of thinking, I came up with this WISE framework. W stands for Watchful Observation; I for Insightful Awareness; S for Specific Feedback; and E for Empathic Communication,” she told us. Read Dr. Hoque's recent article in the Journal of Brown Hospital Medicine entitled “WISE Framework: Teaching Guide for Early Career Hospitalists”: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40191700/. You can follow along with her guidance and clinical tips for residents and fellows, and much more by subscribing to her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.FarzanaHoque.

For W. Neil Duggar, PhD, DABR, everything on his path to leadership in academic medicine started with fully understanding his own “why.” That process of understanding your purpose, who you are, and how that dictates what success will look like, and whether you are making progress, is a central theme within today's broader leadership discussion.  Dr. Duggar currently serves as an Associate Professor and Director of Medical Physics in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.  Learning to lead without formal authority is important in our field because, as Dr. Duggar puts it, “most of us don't have authority or a title most of our careers, if we ever do get one, so learning to lead without authority becomes a very powerful combination of skills.”  Embracing feedback and constructive criticism about yourself is vital to this discussion because, without this journey to self-awareness, it's very easy for leaders to fall into the trap of “your own legend.”  “You can start believing your opinion and feedback are most important, but the reality is that there will always be voices you need to listen to outside of your own,” he said.  We thank Dr. Duggar for reaching out to us via the Faculty Factory inbox and requesting to be a guest on this show! If you have something to share within your corner of the academic medicine world as a guest, please send us a message: https://facultyfactory.org/contact-us/    After you listen to Dr. Duggar's interview, for more fantastic podcast episodes, please check out our show's archives: https://facultyfactory.org/podcast-topics/

For the first time, we began to understand not just their bodies and illnesses but their lives as joyful parents, enthusiastic musicians, expert race car mechanics, and loving spouses.  David Deshpande reflects on the Service of Gratitude and the lessons learned from anatomy donors and their families. The essay read in this episode was published in the Teaching and Learning Moments column in the September 2025 issue of Academic Medicine. Read the essay at academicmedicine.org.

Donna Vogel, MD, PhD, joins us this week to share her journey of recognizing that it was time for retirement and how she optimized her plan using her trademark discipline and scientific vigor to achieve the healthiest possible retirement from a physical, mental, and financial standpoint. This is Dr. Vogel's ninth appearance on the Faculty Factory Podcast, and we are immensely grateful for her selfless and relentless contributions to this community over the years since our 2019 inception. Among her career highlights, she served as Director of the Professional Development Office at Johns Hopkins Medicine and was the Program Director of the Reproductive Medicine grant portfolio at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). She is also a former Jeopardy! champion, having won four consecutive days and reaching the semifinals of the Tournament of Champions. The four pillars of retirement, according to Dr. Vogel, and discussed toward the end of this podcast, are as follows: Financial planning Health and general fitness Things you do for yourself Things you do for others “Above all, keep learning in retirement, as that overlaps with all four pillars and ties them all together. Never stop learning,” Dr. Vogel told us in the closing moments of today's show. Important Resources from Today's Chat Helping Medical Education Faculty Navigate a Post-Academic Landing Pad (Recent Academic Medicine editorial) New York Times article on retirement and mental health referenced by Dr. Vogel The Academy at Johns Hopkins for retired faculty Learning Ally Catch up on Dr. Vogel's Faculty Factory Appearances Networking in a Virtual Environment Applying for Funding, Top Ten Things to Know Be a Memorable Mentor Get That Paper off the Ground How to Turbocharge your Presentation Skills Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Professional Societies, Beyond Getting the Journal Time Management for Faculty Please make sure to listen to today's episode via the podcast player above; and listen to more podcast episodes here.

We are taught to think about what needs to be done in order for our patient to go home when we are on the wards, yet there is no care meeting, discharge coordinator, or bed huddle in academic medicine. Julia Meade reflects on the difficulty of knowing when to retire from academic medicine. The essay read in this episode was published in the Teaching and Learning Moments column in the August 2025 issue of Academic Medicine. Read the essay at academicmedicine.org.

Interviewees: Emily Green, MD and Kelley Volpe, MD Interviewer: Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA Description: In Episode 113, Dr. Lisa Meeks talks with Dr. Emily Green (child psychiatrist, University of Chicago; recent fellow at UIC) and Dr. Kelley Volpe (training director of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at UIC) about navigating fellowship with ADHD and a learning disability—and how openness, advocacy, and leadership support shaped a successful training experience. Together, they trace Emily's decision-making during the match, the challenges of transitioning from residency to fellowship (and from student to employee), and the unexpected barriers in GME accommodation processes. They unpack how program leadership stepped in when paperwork stalled, why “temporary vs. chronic” misunderstandings of disability remain a problem, and how centering inclusion ultimately benefited both the trainee and the program. Listeners will hear advice for residents and fellows (be specific in accommodation requests, know when disclosure matters, embrace authenticity with patients) and for program directors (be proactive with GME, advocate beyond bureaucracy, and create space for trainees to bring their whole selves to medicine). This episode accompanies the open-access case study From Policy to Practice: Building the Disability Inclusion Infrastructure in Graduate Medical Education (Green & Volpe, Academic Medicine, 2025). Part of the ACGME/DWDI Disability Resource Hub, supported by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation Catalyst Award, it's both a roadmap and a reminder that when programs invest in access, everyone wins. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uhs1zRh2QOWVMgYlEFkxbFY-MJQbiqV_/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104315301750264632478&rtpof=true&sd=true Bios:  Kelly Volpe, MD Dr. Kelley Volpe is the medical director of the Pediatric Stress & Anxiety Disorders Clinic at UI Health. Dr. Volpe currently provides outpatient services that are specialized in the treatment of anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and selective mutism, in addition to trauma- and stress-related disorders. She is board certified in both General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Emily Green, MD Emily is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Chicago. She specializes in pediatric psychiatry and helps children and adolescents who are struggling with mental well-being. Key Words:   Disability Inclusion Residency Fellowship ADHD Learning Disability Psychiatry Accommodations Program Directors Graduate Medical Education (GME) Produced by: Lisa Meeks  Resources:  Disability Resource Hub: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub Case Studies in Disability Resource Hub: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub#case_studies UME to GME Toolkit:  https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub-transitions-toolkit-introduction Policy Toolkit:  https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub-policy-toolkit Disability in Graduate Medical Education Program:  https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/digme Illinois Lend: https://www.illinoislend.org Case Study: From Policy to Practice: Building the Disability Inclusion Infrastructure in Graduate Medical Education      

Is the advice you're getting from your mentor really what you need, or is the real breakthrough hidden in your own answers? In this episode of the BackTable ENT podcast, Dr. Gopi Shah welcomes Dr. Stacey Ishman, a chief medical officer, pediatric ENT, real estate investor, syndicator, and career coach for physicians, to discuss transitioning from academic medicine to utilization management. ---SYNPOSISDr. Ishman emphasizes the significance of mentorship and coaching in academic medicine, the difference between the two, and how understanding one's values is crucial for career fulfillment. The conversation addresses common challenges faced by physicians such as setting boundaries, managing time effectively, and achieving work-life balance. Dr. Ishman also shares practical tips for personal and professional growth, encourages networking, and highlights how coaching can help physicians realign their careers with their values. The episode concludes with resources and strategies for physicians feeling burnt out and advice on navigating career transitions.---TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction 03:56 - Mentoring vs. Coaching11:10 - Time Management and Setting Boundaries17:38 - Gender and Equity in Academic Medicine22:18 - Exploring Personal Values23:41 - Time Management Tips for Physicians26:17 - Mid-Career Physician Challenges28:28 - Networking and Self-Promotion30:12 - Translational Skills in Medicine32:04 - Knowing When to Make a Change39:02 - Coaching Programs and Resources---RESOURCESDr. Stacey Ishmanhttps://www.childrensdayton.org/doctors/stacey-ishman-md-mphhttps://www.medicalmentorcoaching.com/

Heather Brod visits the Faculty Factory podcast this week with some high-level takeaways from a recent talk she has developed and presented called, "What You Should Know About Academic Medicine (But No One Tells You)." We hope you are familiar with the style of commentary and wisdom Heather brings to the table as a “frequent flier” on this show. She is also the coauthor of "The Insider's Pocket Guide to Navigating a Faculty Career in Academic Medicine,” alongside Faculty Factory podcast host and co-author Kimberly A. Skarupski, PhD, MPH. The “hidden curriculum,” which encompasses the important, often unspoken aspects of a career in academic medicine, are covered throughout this discussion. This includes salient items like negotiating for a job and making an impact.  Learn More: http://facultyfactory.org/hidden-curriculum 

Throughout my medical training, I vow to make an effort to actively pursue each patient's full story. To cleave only the fragments of their existence that anchor them to the hospital room leaves behind parts of our patients, invisible and abandoned. Madeline Blatt reflects on the importance of imagining and investigating the version of the patient who lives outside of the hospital after being discharged. The essay read in this episode was published in the Teaching and Learning Moments column in the July 2025 issue of Academic Medicine. Read the essay at academicmedicine.org.

In this episode of "Coaching Healthcare Leaders," Dr. Lisa interviews Dr. Katrina Gipson, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Emory University and president of the Academy for Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency Medicine. Dr. Gibson shares her leadership journey, commitment to health equity, and efforts to advance diversity and inclusion in medicine. The conversation explores challenges like provider burnout, healthcare access, and systemic inequities. Dr. Gibson offers practical advice on advocacy, self-care, and boundary-setting, emphasizing the importance of rest and community support. Listeners are encouraged to pursue sustainable leadership and explore Dr. Gibson's work on health equity. You can follow more of Dr. Gipson's work by listening to her podcast Culture Shock Therapy Your Health Equity Prescription. Introduction to the Podcast (00:00:02) Dr. Lisa introduces the podcast, its mission, and previews the episode's guest and topics. Dr. Gipson's Background and Leadership Journey (00:01:30) Dr. Lisa reads Dr. Gipson's bio; Dr. Gipson shares her path into medicine and influences on her leadership. Commitment to Health Equity and Social Justice (00:03:28) Dr. Gipson discusses her motivation for pursuing health equity, her experiences as a Black woman in STEM, and resilience. Current Leadership Roles and Day-to-Day Work (00:07:37) Dr. Gipson describes her roles, especially in the Academy for Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency Medicine, and balancing clinical and academic duties. Mentorship and Building the Healthcare Pipeline (00:08:57) Focus on mentorship programs, supporting underrepresented groups, and the importance of diverse healthcare providers. Retention and Promotion in Academic Medicine (00:10:53) Challenges and strategies for retaining and promoting diverse faculty in medicine, and the importance of DEI work. Research, Education, and Advocacy in DEI (00:11:52) The role of research, education, and advocacy in reducing health inequities and empowering communities. Direct Impact on Patients and Communities (00:14:53) How Dr. Gipson's work addresses mistrust, cultural humility, and implicit bias to improve patient care and build trust. Barriers to Care: Mistrust and Social Determinants (00:15:53) Historical and ongoing reasons for mistrust in healthcare among marginalized communities and the impact on care. Suggestions for Improving Healthcare Delivery (00:19:11) Dr. Gipson's ideas for addressing burnout, staffing, and making healthcare more accessible and attractive to providers. Access Challenges and Healthcare Deserts (00:22:54) Discussion of insurance not equaling access, provider shortages, and the impact on patient outcomes. Affordability and Student Loan Forgiveness (00:24:32) The threat to public service loan forgiveness and its impact on diversity in the physician workforce. Advice for Thriving in Advocacy and Leadership (00:26:57) Dr. Gipson's tips for self-care, setting boundaries, and building supportive communities for those in advocacy roles. Closing Thoughts and Resources (00:30:06) Dr. Gipson shares information about her podcast and website; Dr. Lisa thanks her and closes the episode.

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: 학문의 전설| The Incredible Journey of an Academic Medicine Legend — The One With Professor Onatolu Odukoya | Episode 25 (2025)Legacy. Leadership. Life Lessons. This episode on The More Sibyl Podcast is surely unforgettable. I had the privilege of sitting down with Professor Onatolu Odukoya, the former Chief Medical Director of Lagos University Teaching Hospital.What began as a conversation about legacy evolved into an enriching dialogue about purpose, faith, leadership, and the wisdom that comes with age. We explored his remarkable academic career, starting with his early days as a standout scholar who would later make his mark at Harvard. We discussed the evolution of Nigeria's medical education system, particularly in light of emerging technologies like AI and their impact on diagnostics. Professor Odukoya expressed cautious optimism about the future, hopeful that, with the right reforms and vision, both medical education and the broader healthcare sector in Nigeria can grow and thrive.Now in retirement, Professor Odukoya is far from idle. He continues to serve on several medical and community boards, including the Holy Trinity Hospital Board and the Academy of Medical Sciences. He shared candidly about the fears many high achievers have around retirement, especially the fear of becoming irrelevant, but offered a powerful model for staying engaged and purposeful through service, planning, and faith.We also discussed his newly released memoir, which chronicles his life of discipline, faith, loss, and service. It's not just a story of accomplishments, but of values: how he and his wife have deliberately passed down faith and integrity to their children and grandchildren.This episode is a rich blend of wisdom, history, and practical advice. Whether you're an academic, a parent, a leader, or someone reflecting on your own legacy, Professor Odukoya's story will leave you both challenged and inspired.Oh—and something BIG is coming this month. Mark your calendars for July 19th: More Than a Backpack is a live panel session featuring moms, dads, and a behavioral specialist, who will dig even deeper into how we can collectively advocate for our kids in the North American education system. That's right, both the U.S. and Canada. Save the date, and we'll see you there.

Regardless of how difficult medicine is, each small step we take to listen, be compassionate, have patience, and advocate is meaningful, even if we must start over and do it again tomorrow, and the next day, and the day after that. Lisa Gong reflects on a patient who helped her to see the value in normalcy and routine. The essay read in this episode was published in the Teaching and Learning Moments column in the July 2025 issue of Academic Medicine. Read the essay at academicmedicine.org.

Like it or not, you're a brand. Manage it well and you get promoted, grow reputation, and achieve career fulfillment. Manage it poorly and you get burned out and experience career stalls. Here, @theBranzetti et al. use brand management to provide guidance. Read the accompanying article here: https://doi.org/10.1111/medu.15601

Artists Rachel Mindrup, MFA, and Tuyet-Minh Tran, MD, discuss their artwork that was featured on the cover of Academic Medicine. They explore the inspiration and creative process behind their pieces and how medicine has influenced their art and how art has influenced how they experience medicine. They also reflect on the role of the arts and humanities in medicine and medical education and how art can foster reflection and perspective taking in physicians. Check out the artwork discussed, read the artists' accompanying essays, and access the episode transcript at academicmedicineblog.org.

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!As summer approaches, it's the perfect time to reflect on our career goals and the boundaries we need to set to achieve them. However, in the fast-paced world of academia, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of work and personal life. Through enlightening observations, Kemi highlights the importance of articulating and maintaining boundaries to protect our time and energy for meaningful work. She also addresses the cultural kryptonite that makes it difficult for many of us to assert our needs and prioritize our passions.  Tune in for insights and strategies to reclaim your time. If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

This week's episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast features a rebroadcast of "Rethinking Success in Academic Medicine," a webinar that was co-presented by Heather Brod and Kimberly Skarupski, PhD, MPH in May 2025. This broadcast has been edited and shortened to enhance the podcast listening experience. Learn more:  https://facultyfactory.org/rethink-success/ For more visuals, you can watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oClCmjhs1V4 You can also access handouts that accompany the session: Rethinking Success in Academic Medicine Case Studies [pdf] Clarify Shift Explore Template [pdf]

The Theology, Medicine, and Culture Initiative (TMC) welcomed Dr. Brewer Eberly for this virtual seminar on September 8, 2023. He is a third-generation family physician at Fischer Clinic in Raleigh, NC, and a McDonald Agape Fellow in the Theology, Medicine, and Culture Initiative at Duke Divinity School. He completed his family medicine residency and chief residency at AnMed Health in Anderson, SC. Dr. Eberly has been published widely, including JAMA, the New Atlantis, and Christianity Today, with artwork on the cover of Academic Medicine and in the AMA Journal of Ethics. While the majority of his work is caring for his patients, his writing and research is rooted in the intersections of medicine, aesthetics, and Christian theology, with a particular eye toward medical trainee formation, the relationship between beauty and ethics, and the nourishment of weary clinicians.

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!Looking for ways to diversify your research funding? Check out this week's episode where Kemi discuss how to get creative with non-NIH funding! Tailored especially for women of color in academic medicine and public health, Kemi shares her insights on the structural differences between NIH and other funding entities, emphasizing the need for adaptability in grant writing. Episode Highlights: Structural Differences between NIH vs. Other Funding Sources The Importance of Diversifying Your Funding Portfolio Writing for Non-NIH Applications: Key Strategies The Role of Theoretical Frameworks in Grant Writing Building Your Confidence and Passion for Your Work This episode is not just about securing grants; it's about reclaiming your narrative and empowering yourself to thrive in an evolving academic landscape. Tune in to gain insights that could transform your research career. If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

I, like others in medical education, had the misconception that wellness could solely be achieved by separating work from “real life.” I thought I needed to find wellness and restoration outside of medicine to be able to then empty myself again and again into this career. Jessica proved me wrong. L. Elizabeth Moreno reflects on a student who reignited her commitment as an educator. The essay read in this episode was published in the Teaching and Learning Moments column in the June 2025 issue of Academic Medicine. Read the essay at academicmedicine.org.

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!Join Kemi for this empowering conversation that reminds us that betting on ourselves is not only necessary, but also a powerful step towards achieving our dreams. This information is especially timely as many are feeling the pressure of crumbling systems and the need to reclaim our narratives.  In this episode, Kemi shares her personal struggles and insights on embracing discomfort as a necessary step toward growth including her current challenge of preparing for the release of her upcoming book.  This is your reminder that you are not alone in this process; many are navigating similar challenges. If you're ready to embrace your journey and bet on yourself, this episode is a must-listen. MENTIONED - EP. 51 Holding the Vision

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!In this episode, Kemi welcomes Dr. Adesuwa Akhetuamhen, an emergency medicine physician and faculty member at Emory University. Dr. Akhetuamhen's research focuses on preventative medicine for emergency department patients at risk for neuro-cardiovascular disease. She has substantial experience in clinical medicine, with specialized training and expertise in addressing racial health disparities, conducting medical education research, and neuro-cardiovascular disease prevention in emergency care settings. Tune in as they discuss Adesuwa's experience with the Get That Grant® program, she reflects on the importance of community, mentorship, and the actionable strategies that have propelled her career forward. Adesuwa's candid insights reveal how she navigated the challenges of motherhood while achieving significant milestones, including securing her first grant shortly after completing the program. Conversation Highlights: The importance of community in academia Navigating motherhood and career milestones Overcoming challenges and celebrating wins The power of passion in research If Adesuwa's story resonated with you - and you're looking for structured support, community, and strategy in your own academic journey - now's the time to take the next step.  Applications are now open for the July 2025 cohort of Get That Grant®. Apply here. P.S. New this round: We're piloting direct institutional payments - and this is the last time GTG® will be offered at its current price. Loved this convo? Please go find Dr. Akhetuamhen on LinkedIn and Instagram (@adeakhmd) to show her some love!  And if you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations. REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

We're honored to have Janet Bickel, MA, join the Faculty Factory Podcast for the third time in our show's history this week. We're discussing the art of adaptability and how to hone it as a skill set to build a successful career in academic medicine. Janet is an acclaimed leadership and career development coach with more than five decades of experience in academic medicine and science. She started her academic career with Brown University's Medical School (now called The Warren Alpert Medical School) in 1972. Resources to Explore Academic Medicine Letter to the Editor: “Helping Medical Education Faculty Navigate a Post-Academic Landing Pad”: https://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/citation/9900/helping_medical_education_faculty_navigate_a.1175.aspx Janet Bickel's Official Website: https://janetbickel.com/ Equip Your Inner Coach: Personal, Career and Leadership Development in an Uncertain Age: https://www.amazon.com/Equip-Your-Inner-Coach-Development/dp/B0BLFSRKG1 We're Put Here to Love: A Memoir with Poems: https://www.amazon.com/Were-Put-Here-Love-Memoir/dp/B0DDTK7NHM Immunity to Change: How to Overcome It and Unlock the Potential in Yourself and Your Organization (Leadership for the Common Good): https://www.amazon.com/Immunity-Change-Potential-Organization-Leadership/dp/1422117367 More Janet Bickel Interviews As mentioned above, this is Janet's third appearance on our podcast. You can revisit her first time joining us back in June 2019, when she shared with us 7 Crucial Books and Resources for Faculty Affairs Professionals. In March 2022, she joined us once again for a reunion episode, where we caught up with her to discuss what's new in her world of leadership and career development coaching since we last spoke. 

Patrick Louchouarn, PhD, is our inspiring guest on the Faculty Factory Podcast this week. And speaking of inspiration, as discussed in this rich conversation, faculty members in general truly inspire Dr. Louchouarn with their creativity, engagement, and commitment to their profession. In fact, those who chose the path of academic health are particularly compelling to Dr. Louchouarn because much of their work is rooted in the fundamental question: “How can I improve health for others—individuals, communities, or through specific procedures like surgeries or prosthetics?” This mindset is quite extraordinary, and according to Dr. Louchouarn, it embodies maximum altruism. The one thing to be extra cautious about is that if we don't start conversations about purpose and core values, a disconnect may occur. The further we stray from the original motivation—the story of why someone chose to enter this particular health field—the greater that disconnect becomes, as discussed in this interview. With The Ohio State University in Columbus, he is a Leadership & Performance Coach and serves as Senior Vice Provost for Faculty within the Office of Academic Affairs. Additionally, he serves as a Professor in the School of Earth Sciences and is an affiliated faculty member with the Ohio State Sustainability Institute. Learn more: https://facultyfactory.org/  Further Reading What Got You Here Won't Get You There, book by Marshall Goldsmith The Prepared Leader: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient Than Before, book by Erika James and Lynn Perry Wooten

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!In this episode, Kemi welcomes Dr. Allison Wu. Dr. Wu is Principal Investigator of the Wunderfull Lab. She is a clinician-researcher board certified in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition as well as obesity medicine. Her research focuses on epidemiology and health services research in pediatric nutrition and obesity. She completed her fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition at Boston Children's Hospital and the Harvard-wide Pediatric Health Services Research Fellowship at Mass General Hospital for Children. She is also an alumnus of our Get That Grant® coaching program! Together, they explore Dr. Wu's unique journey that intertwines her love for science, nutrition, and working with children, shaped by her family's background in academia and the restaurant business. Join the conversation as Dr. Wu shares her experiences with coaching, her insights on how supportive environments can foster growth, confidence, and collaboration and the importance of grant writing in creating meaningful change. Conversation Highlights: Navigating maternity leave and career transitions The role of coaching in professional growth Building community and collaboration in academia The importance of intentionality in career development  Loved this convo? Please go find Dr. Wu on LinkedIn to show her some love!  

I had not role modeled cynicism or pessimism. Rather, my student's statement was a sign of learning and understanding what I had taught: processing and handling the reality of medical practice. Beatrice T.B. Preti reflects on  teaching students to be aware of the systems they work in (including limitations and flaws), which helps them to prepare for future practice. The essay read in this episode was published in the Teaching and Learning Moments column in the May 2025 issue of Academic Medicine. Read the essay at academicmedicine.org.

In this episode, Lisa Abbott, EVP and CHRO at Boston Children's Hospital, shares how she's modernizing HR, from building a strong talent management foundation to creating a more agile and engaging work environment. She also discusses how reimagining the healthcare workforce can help meet future challenges and revitalize interest in the field.

China was declared malaria free in 2021 - and we'll hear how persistence was key to their success, and what new technologies are available to help the rest of the world become malaria free, from Regina Rabinovich, director of the Malaria Elimination Initiative at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health.  Sonia Saxena, professor of primary care at Imperial College London, and Miguel O'Ryan, dean of the medical faculty of the University of Chile join Kamran to talk about what broke academic medicine, and why it's time for a revolution. New research shows that data from retracted papers is still having an alarming effect on clinical practice. Chang Xu, Hui Liu, and Fuchen Liu from the Naval Medical University in Shanghai, and Suhail Doi from Qatar University, join us to talk about their study which has maped retracted papers impact on systematic reviews and clinical guidelines.    Reading list Malaria control lessons from China Vision 2050: a revolution in academic medicine for better health for all Investigating the impact of trial retractions on the healthcare evidence ecosystem (VITALITY Study I) - An example of the BMJ's approach to updating metaanalysis after a study retraction 

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!Are you merely checking boxes, disappearing when challenges arise, or actively seeking growth?  In this encore episode, Kemi dives into the concepts of coasting, ghosting, and growing in our career journey. With a focus on self-awareness and intentionality, Kemi encourages us to reflect on how we show up in our professional lives.   When you shift into an intention and really a dedication that I will grow, you shift from something finite to an infinite journey. Tune in for an empowering exploration that will inspire you to audit your experiences and make intentional decisions for your future.  If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

Our return guest this week on the Faculty Factory Podcast is Adam D. Wolfe, MD, PhD. Dr. Wolfe shares with us some key communication strategies for better conflict resolution and team building, some of which can also assist with sharing life-altering information with patients in the clinic. The techniques outlined in this episode are designed to help prevent conflict and preserve interprofessional relationships when inevitable tensions arise. Dr. Wolfe is the Interim Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at CHRISTUS Children's, affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine in San Antonio, and is also the Associate Professor of Pediatrics and the Program Director of the Pediatric Residency Program. Additionally, he serves as the Assistant Dean of Medical Education and holds the Jann L. Harrison Endowed Chair in Pediatric Graduate Medical Education. “If you start with goals, you can often end a lot of conflict by simply restating what it is you're all trying to accomplish,” Dr. Wolfe said. Not only do many of the strategies outlined in the interview work well with professional colleagues at work, but these same principles often apply to when you're talking to families in a clinical situation, as we learn in the latter stages of this interview. “Do whatever you can to preserve your interpersonal relationships. If you are in conflict, think about how you can preserve that relationship so that person can remain available to you and you can remain available to them… it's what makes this work rewarding,” Dr. Wolfe added. More Resources and Next Steps Visit FacultyFactory.org: https://facultyfactory.org/  Learn more about the GRPI Model of Team Effectiveness: https://www.aihr.com/blog/grpi-model/ Learn more about SPIKES for delivering bad news: https://healthcare.utah.edu/integrative-health/resiliency-center Listen to Dr. Wolfe's first appearance on the Faculty Factory here: https://facultyfactory.org/adam-wolfe/ Contact Dr Wolfe with questions here via email: Wolfe@bcm.edu You can also listen to the Dr. Ludy Shih episode that was mentioned in this interview titled “How to Make Meetings in Academic Medicine Work for You”: https://facultyfactory.org/meetings/

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!In this encore episode, Kemi welcomes Dr. Tamorah Lewis, a neonatologist and pediatric clinical pharmacologist, to discuss the intricate dance of motherhood and career. Together, they explore the challenges and triumphs of being high-achieving women of color in academia.   Join Kemi and Dr. Lewis as they candidly reflect on their personal journeys, the evolving definition of success in motherhood, the vital role of supportive partnerships and the intentional steps we can take to empower our children.  Highlights from this episode: Embracing Imperfections in Motherhood The Importance of Self-Worth and Identity Navigating Career and Family Dynamics The Role of Support Systems in Parenting Redefining Success as a Working Mother  Loved this convo? Please go find Dr. Lewis on X (fka Twitter) @TamorahLewisMD and show her some love!  More about Dr. Tamorah Lewis, MD, PhD - Dr. Tamorah is a physician scientist and the Division Head for Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology at SickKids. In this role, her goal is to advance the hospital-wide vision for Precision Child Health and collaborate with multiple clinical Divisions to research and implement precision therapeutics. She will provide clinical care in the Level IV NICU at SickKids. Prior to this new role, Lewis was at Children's Mercy Kansas City in the Divisions of Neonatology and Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology for seven years. She worked as an attending in the Level IV NICU and led translational / clinical research in neonatal pharmacology.  If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

Have you noticed that urologists tend to have an outsized presence and interest in healthcare leadership and administrative positions? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Marisa Clifton, an associate professor and Associate Chief Medical Officer at Johns Hopkins, discusses her experiences in executive leadership with host Dr. Michelle Van Kuiken. This episode was produced in collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU). --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Clifton shares her journey evolving from surgery and clinical medicine to hospital administration, highlighting the importance of mentorship, skill-building, and strategic decision-making. She discusses her journey towards finding a balance between clinical practice and administrative roles. She also highlights the challenges and rewards of working in hospital leadership. This episode offers key guidance on obtaining mentorship, coaching, and executive presence. This candid conversation provides valuable insights for any physician interested in leadership roles. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 02:28 - Dr. Marisa Clifton's Career Journey 13:03 - Balancing Clinical and Administrative Roles 17:01 - Challenges and Growth in Leadership 25:31 - Balancing Clinical Medicine and Hospital Administration 28:08 - Improving Communication Between Clinicians and Administrators 32:20 - Leadership Development 38:02 - The Role of Coaching 43:13 - Final Thoughts and Future Directions --- RESOURCES Society of Women in Urology https://swiu.org/home.aspx

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!It's time to prioritize YOU! In this final installment of the Federal Funding Threats series, Kemi explores the crucial topic of self-care amidst the chaos of the current funding landscape. With a focus on enhancing our well-being, Kemi shares personal insights and practical strategies to help you navigate these challenging times.    Tune in to discover how to maintain your energy, emotional resilience, and connection to your work's purpose, even when the external environment feels uncertain.  If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

The Faculty Factory Podcast invites first-time guest, Adam Wolfe, MD, PhD, to our show this week. He is the co-author of the article, “Put Yourself out There! A Strategy for Effective Self-Promotion in Academic Medicine,” which we examine in detail during this interview. “When it comes to non-clinical teaching, I really gravitate toward things like communication skills, breaking bad news, conflict resolution and self-promotion because those are things that I think are absent in a lot of formative curricula.” he said. Dr. Wolfe is the Interim Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at CHRISTUS Children's, affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine in San Antonio, and is also the Associate Professor of Pediatrics and the Program Director of the Pediatric Residency Program. Additionally, he serves as the Assistant Dean of Medical Education and holds the Jann L. Harrison Endowed Chair in Pediatric Graduate Medical Education. More about his article: “Put Yourself out There! A Strategy for Effective Self-Promotion in Academic Medicine”:  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11219085/  For feedback, questions, or comments, you can also visit the Faculty Factory website: https://facultyfactory.org/ 

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!In this episode, Kemi welcomes Dr. Mia Yang, a geriatrician and associate professor at Wake Forest School of Medicine, to discuss her unique journey in the healthcare system. Dr. Yang received her medical degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and has been in practice between 10+ years. She has expertise in treating diabetes, Alzheimer's dementia, dementia, among other conditions and she is also is an alumnus of our Get That Grant® coaching program! Join the conversation as Mia shares her insights on the challenges of geriatrics, understanding the complexities of patient care, and the importance of grant writing in creating meaningful change. Highlights: Mia's journey in balancing clinical work and research  The significance of grant writing and strategic planning Building a supportive community and mentorship in healthcare Advice for women of color faculty in the Get That Grant® program  Loved this convo? Please go find Dr. Yang on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and BlueSky (@askdrmia.bsky.social) to show her some love! You can also check out her podcast, Ask Dr. Mia: Answers on Dementia Caregiving, at www.miayangmd.com.  And if you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!In this unplanned episode, Kemi dives into the current federal funding landscape and its implications for public health and academic medicine.  With a focus on the NIH and NSF, Kemi explores the challenges posed by current leadership and the importance of standing firm in our commitments. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of federal funding, public health, and the intricate dynamics of leadership.  Join in for an insightful discussion that will empower you to take charge of your career and advocate for meaningful change.  If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! And if you're also a high-achieving WOC facing these challenges and seeking to navigate your path more effectively, Get That Grant is here to support you! Join the waitlist for our April 2025 Get That Grant cohort! Enrollment for the April cohort is exclusive to our waitlist, so sign up now to take the first step toward turning your aspirations into reality.  

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!This week, Kemi continues the discussion on the federal funding crisis and its impact on academic medicine and public health. While some face direct threats, others remain relatively stable. If you're in a secure position, this episode is for you! Learn how to step up as an advocate and make a meaningful difference for colleagues in crisis. Tune in now! If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!In our latest episode, Kemi sit down with Dr. Sharon Onguti, an infectious diseases specialist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she has served since 2022. Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases, she completed her fellowship at UT Health San Antonio and a sub-fellowship in Antimicrobial Stewardship at Stanford University. Dr. Onguti holds an MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and is a board member of the Society of Bedside Medicine, she is dedicated to medical education and serves as Associate Program Director of the Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program. She is also is an alumnus of our Get That Grant® coaching program! Join the conversation as Dr. Onguti shares her remarkable journey in medicine, highlighting her innovative use of AI in healthcare. Highlights: Discover how she navigates multiple roles and responsibilities while finding clarity and focus through coaching.  The importance of aligning your career with personal values and interests.  Why regular reflection and inventory of your activities help ensure alignment with long-term goals. Insights on cultivating a high-functioning support network and redefining mentorship to propel your career forward. Loved this convo? Please go find Dr. Onguti on LinkedIn and Twitter/X show her some love!  If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations. And if you're also a high-achieving WOC facing these challenges and seeking to navigate your path more effectively, Get That Grant is here to support you! Join the waitlist for our April 2025 Get That Grant cohort! Enrollment for the April cohort is exclusive to our waitlist, so sign up now to take the first step toward turning your aspirations into reality. Applications will be sent directly to the waitlist on Monday, February 17.  Sign up for the waitlist now at  www.kemidoll.com/gtgwaitlist REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!In this thought-provoking episode, Kemi dives into the emotional landscape of uncertainty and fear that health equity researchers and those feeling threatened are experiencing in today's chaotic climate.  Join Kemi as she outlines five crucial steps to navigate this challenging time, find your footing amidst the chaos and take actionable steps towards a more empowered future.  If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!Happy New Year! Our first episode of 2025 is here, and it's all about resilience and creating a life that can withstand personal challenges.Join Kemi as she reflects on a challenging yet rewarding 2024 and invites us to explore the concept of building a life you can fall apart in—a life that stands firm even when you're not at your best. Tune in now to explore these ideas and start your year with a renewed sense of purpose.If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above)where there are NEW issues every month!