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In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Rosha McCoy, MD, Senior Director for Advancing Clinical Leadership & Quality at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), a Principal Investigator for the CDC Cooperative Agreement, a pediatrician, and the lead for VaccineVoices.org.Dr. McCoy discusses initiatives aimed at improving physician leadership, healthcare quality, and combating vaccine misinformation post-COVID. She highlights AAMC's extensive programs in supporting medical education, fostering community collaborations, and promoting integrated behavioral healthcare to address emerging public health challenges.If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episodes, reach out to us on our website. Publication number QI-041125-GK

This week, the Faculty Factory Podcast sits down with David J. Skorton, MD, to explore his remarkable journey, filled with insights on leadership, mentorship, and the value of a continuous learning mindset—themes that resonate throughout the interview. Dr. Skorton is the current President and CEO of the Washington, D.C.-based Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), serving professionals throughout the world. Alongside these values, Dr. Skorton's rich background in science, music, and education has aided him throughout his journey in navigating the complexities of academic medicine and leadership. Initially aspiring to be a session musician, his father's insistence on pursuing a college education set him on a trajectory that eventually led him to medical school. He emphasized the importance of learning from all individuals, regardless of their formal titles, telling us, "Mentors come in all shapes and sizes."  A core theme that emerged from the podcast was the concept of embracing a "beginner's mind." Drawing from Zen philosophy, Dr. Skorton reminded listeners that, "In the beginner's mind, there are many possibilities. In the expert's mind, there are few." In the interview's closing moments, Dr. Skorton reflects on handling difficult decisions as a leader. He advises us all to remain open and adaptable, recognizing that no one leader can possess all the answers. By valuing collective wisdom and carrying an open mind to learn from everything and anyone, you may just wind up achieving goals that are otherwise unimaginable. Learn More Faculty Factory Website. The AAMC - Group on Faculty Affairs (GFA) Website. As mentioned in this episode, Darrell G. Kirch, MD, President and CEO of the Association of AAMC from 2006 to 2019, joined our show in 2024, and you can listen to that interview here: https://facultyfactory.org/darrell-kirch/.

On today's episode of Danforth Dialogues, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice sits down with Dr. David Skorton, President and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Dr. Skorton assumed leadership of the AAMC in 2019, where he introduced a comprehensive strategic planning process aimed at addressing major challenges in healthcare and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic medicine. Prior to this role, Dr. Skorton served as the 13th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, overseeing 19 museums, 21 libraries, the National Zoo, and various research centers. He also served as president of two major universities: Cornell University and the University of Iowa. In this episode, Dr. Skorton reflects on his journey from growing up in Milwaukee to becoming a leader in medicine and education. You'll learn how his immigrant parents shaped his education and career path, emphasizing their influence on his resilience and drive for success. You'll also hear about his unique combination of interests in medicine, engineering, and the arts, including his love of jazz and his experience as a saxophone player. Dr. Skorton delves into lessons learned from clinical medicine that have profoundly informed his leadership style, particularly the importance of humility and listening. He provides insights into the critical role of diversity and inclusion in advancing healthcare outcomes and highlights the AAMC's mission to prepare a healthcare workforce that reflects the communities it serves. Join us for this inspiring conversation on the intersection of medicine, leadership, and the humanities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transitioning to a life after full-time faculty work without losing your identity is what we're discussing with our guest Darrell G. Kirch, MD, on the Faculty Factory Podcast this week. Dr. Kirch has an formidable ability to lead and build teams having served as the President and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) from 2006 to 2019. He is an educator, biomedical scientist, clinical neuroscientist, clinician, and psychiatrist. He has held several major leadership positions at academic medicine institutions throughout North America and beyond. We are honored to call Dr. Kirch “a friend of our show” and he previously joined us for an episode recorded in 2019.  You can revisit the first episode with Dr. Kirch from a few years back here: https://facultyfactory.org/best-of-the-faculty-factory-podcast-an-interview-with-darrell-g-kirch-md/   As the end of a full-time faculty career approaches, many of us instinctively think about retirement. However, there's an alternative mindset that can pave the way for a fulfilling future: preferment. Rather than solely focusing on retirement as an endgame, let's consider how to curate a "Preferment Portfolio"—a balanced mix of passions, pursuits, and projects that ignite our enthusiasm and secure our identities. It's not uncommon for someone to struggle with finding an identity beyond their CV. After all, the demands of working as faculty in academic medicine can be so powerful that they overshadow many other aspects of our life. The good news for those struggling with this phenomenon, which often coexists with burnout, is that Dr. Kirch has excellent wisdom to impart in today's interview for building this portfolio. This approach could help you future-proof your priorities and create a life safeguarded from burnout. You can start today by reflecting on the aspects of your academic life that have brought you joy and fulfillment. How can you integrate these elements into your future beyond your traditional full-time role when the time comes?

Interviewer:  Lisa Meeks   Interviewees:  David J. Skorton, MD, President and CEO of the AAMC Amy Addams, Director of Student Affairs, Alignment and Holistic Review at AAMC Mytien Nguyen, Researcher and MD-PhD student at Yale   Description:   In this milestone episode, host Lisa Meeks interviews leaders from the AAMC and a medical student to tackle the critical issues of burnout, mental health, and disability inclusion in medical education. The conversation provides an overview on  the current state of burnout and well-being among medical students, residents, and fellows, while also highlighting the AAMC's efforts to address these challenges through targeted initiatives and collaborations.    The interviewees stress the importance of supporting the well-being of traditionally underrepresented and marginalized groups in medicine, including individuals with disabilities. The episode further explores strategies for improving program access and fostering inclusive environments for disabled students, with a particular focus on the impact of intersectionality on medical student well-being, informed by a pivotal study on burnout at the intersection of race and disability. This episode is essential listening for anyone committed to the future of medical education and the well-being of its community. Don't miss this special celebration of 100 episodes!   Transcript Keywords: AAMC, URiM, Disability, Accommodations, Policy, Intersectionality, David J Skorton, DocsWithDisabilities, Medical Students, Wellbeing, Depression, Burnout Bios:  David J. Skorton, MD President and CEO, Association of American Medical Colleges David Skorton, MD, is president and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), which represents the nation's medical schools, teaching hospitals and health systems, and academic societies. He began his leadership of the AAMC in July 2019 after a distinguished career in government, higher education, and medicine. Previously, Dr. Skorton served as the 13th secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, where he oversaw 19 museums, 21 libraries, the National Zoo, numerous research centers, and education programs. Prior to that, he served as president of two universities: Cornell University (2006 to 2015) and the University of Iowa (2003 to 2006), where he also served on the faculty for 26 years and specialized in the treatment of adolescents and adults with congenital heart disease. A pioneer of cardiac imaging and computer processing techniques, he also was co-director and co-founder of the University of Iowa Adolescent and Adult Congenital Heart Disease Clinic. A distinguished professor at Georgetown University, Dr. Skorton is an elected member of the National Academy of Medicine, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the American Philosophical Society, as well as a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations and a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Dr. Skorton earned his BA and MD degrees from Northwestern University. He completed his medical residency and fellowship in cardiology and was chief medical resident at the University of California, Los Angeles.   Amy Addams Director, Student Affairs Alignment and Holistic Review; AAMC Ms. Addams is a diversity, equity, and inclusion expert, change management professional, researcher, and author. She has robust experience in both higher education and in the not-for-profit space. Her work focuses on creating and sustaining equitable and inclusive systems, cultures, policies, and processes in the fields of medical education and community health. At the AAMC, she leads the holistic review work across the continuum from pre-med preparation and admissions through residency recruitment and selection as well as emerging work on disability inclusion. For the Prevention Research Center on Nutrition and Physical Activity at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HPRC), she engaged Boston-area middle schools and community members to make lasting changes in nutrition and physical activity. Her credits as an author include, the Roadmap to Diversity: Integrating Holistic Review Practices into Medical School Admission Processes. Co-author of Best Practices for Conducting Residency Program Interviews and Holistic Review in Medical School Admissions and Selection: A Strategic, Mission-Driven Response to Shifting Societal Needs, and several peer reviewed articles on the prevalence and experiences of medical students with disabilities. Developmental editor for Accessibility, Inclusion, and Action in Medical Education: Lived Experiences of Learners and Physicians with Disabilities and Roadmap to Excellence: Key Concepts for Evaluating the Impact of Medical School Holistic Admissions. Developmental editor, key contributor, and facilitator of the Holistic Review in Admissions and Selection workshops.    Mytien Nguyen MD/PhD student at the Yale School of Medicine.  Mytien earned her undergraduate and master degree from Cornell University, studying biology and bioengineer. Her work centers on eliminating barriers for students from marginalized backgrounds in pursuing a career in medicine. An advocate for health equity, she is a co-founder of the National First Gen & Low-Income Medicine Association. Produced by: Dr. Lisa Meeks  Audio editor: Jacob Feeman Digital Media: Katie Sullivan and Lisa Meeks  Listen to the full episode now and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations! Follow Us: Twitter: @DocsWith Instagram: @DocsWithDisabilities Resources: A number of resources were provided for this series, they are all listed in the transcript.

In this week's episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast, William T. Mallon, EdD, discusses the ongoing debate surrounding the importance of tenure in medical schools in the United States. The primary discussion points highlighted in today's interview originate from a recent study titled Promotion and Tenure Policies and Practices at U.S. Medical Schools: Is Tenure Irrelevant or More Relevant Than Ever?, published in the peer-reviewed medical journal Academic Medicine in March 2024. Dr. Mallon, a seasoned expert in this field and a returning guest on the Faculty Factory, shares insights on the significance of tenure and its evolving relevance, particularly for clinical faculty concentrating on patient care. Dr. Mallon serves as the Senior Director of Strategy and Innovation Development at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Previously, Dr. Mallon featured in an episode in April 2023 discussing Climate Action in Academic Medicine, which can be revisited here: https://facultyfactory.org/climate-action/ The discussion also explores newer medical schools adopting nontraditional faculty employment models, shedding light the on reasons behind limited or no tenure systems. Ultimately, the episode prompts reflection on the role of tenure in academic medicine and its impact on faculty members' career paths, academic freedom and job security. More Resources Here is a link to the Academic Medicine article discussed in today's episode: https://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/abstract/9900/promotion_and_tenure_policies_and_practices_at.795.aspx?utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=amexpress&utm_content=newsletter If you would like to contact Dr. Mallon, you can email him at wmallon@aamc.org.

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) plays a crucial role in health care. As the organization that oversees medical education and thus the pipeline of future medical professionals in the United States, its critical duties include administering the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), managing the residency application service, drafting guidelines for faculty members and departments at medical schools and academic hospitals, disseminating data on medical education and workforce trends that shape policymaking at medical schools and government bodies, and promoting diversity in health care.Leading this organization is David Skorton, MD, a cardiologist and pioneer of cardiac imaging and computer processing techniques, who also previously served as the 13th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution and as President of Cornell University and of the University of Iowa. In this episode, Dr. Skorton shares with us how his family's immigrant past has shaped him, how he went from struggling during his own medical school application process more than 50 years ago to now leading an organization that represents all medical schools and teaching hospitals, why the arts and humanities matter to him, how he thinks about medical education given the emergence of generative artificial intelligence, what great mentors look like, how effective leadership often means learning from everyone around you, and more.In this episode, you will hear about: 2:42 - Dr. Skorton's unexpected path from jazz musician to President of the AAMC7:42 - Why current medical admissions aim to be “holistic”12:09 - The lessons Dr. Skorton learned through mentorship and why the arts and humanities can create better doctors17:32 - How Dr. Skorton has been able to “see past himself” enough to receive challenging criticism from mentors28:01 - The core tenets of Dr. Skorton's leadership philosophy 31:35 - How the AAMC views the future of medical education especially in light of advances in artificial intelligence38:47 - The importance of diverse healthcare teams46:32 - Issues that Dr. Skorton addresses through his role at the AAMCDr. David Skorton can be found on Twitter/X at @DavidJSkorton.Visit our website www.TheDoctorsArt.com where you can find transcripts of all episodes.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review our show, available for free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you know of a doctor, patient, or anyone working in health care who would love to explore meaning in medicine with us on the show, feel free to leave a suggestion in the comments or send an email to info@thedoctorsart.com.Copyright The Doctor's Art Podcast 2024

Navigating patient-initiated portal communication to create better experiences for patients is a national priority for healthcare systems.  The goal of the patient-initiated portal communication project collaboration between Vizient and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is to understand the different ways that health systems are responding to patient-initiated portal communication, and the usage of e-visits, and its impact on the Quintuple AIM, equity, quality, patient experience, care team experience and cost. By learning the pros and cons of communication through the electronic patient portals, health systems can create better messaging and clarity for patients. Danielle Carder, Senior Program Specialist from AAMC, joins host Courtney Furrow-White to share their collaborations on patient-initiated portal communication.  Each share statistics, challenges and results from their findings and how organizations and patients are impacted.   Guest speakers: Danielle Carder MSc Senior Program Specialist, Access & Clinical Innovations Association of American Medical Colleges   Host: Courtney Furrow-White, MPM, RN Senior PI Program Director Vizient   Show Notes: [1:38] Partnership between Vizient and AAMC to understand how health systems respond to patient initiated portals [2:34] Analyzing the billing data of 78 clinical practices [3:25] Members survey compiling data from equity, ROI to provider and patient satisfaction [5:45] The challenges health care organizations face with e-visits, and managing perceptions of care [7:33] Measuring feedback and engagement around the value of patient portals [10:58] Active education and communication with patients on best ways to access care [12:51] The operational workflows implemented to ease conversations about visit type [14:34] Concerns from patients about billing and processing   Subscribe Today! Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Android RSS Feed

According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), medicine remains male-dominated, with women physicians making up only 37.1% of the workforce in 2021. However, a study that same year released by The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that women are 32% more likely to die post-operatively if their surgeon was a man, relaying better health outcomes for both male and female patients with female surgeons. This echoes a 2017 JAMA study outside the surgical domain that also showed lower mortality and hospital readmission rates with care by female physicians. Additionally, according to a 2002 JAMA systematic review, 50% of women physicians are likely to spend 16 minutes or more with their patients compared to 42% of male physicians. Despite these studies favoring female-led care, so much gender bias and stigma still exist in the healthcare sphere. Recorded back in February during National Women Physicians Day, it was just fitting that this episode tackled the realities in the field of medicine that have been longstanding since its conception in the United States: patriarchy, sexism, pay gaps, and glass ceilings.I am beyond delighted to commence this season with my dear friend, double-board certified physician, and mother, Dr. Michelle "Shelly" Rockwell. She received her BS in English from New York University, postbaccalaureate pre-medical studies at Columbia University, MD from the University of Michigan Medical School, and residencies in both Family Medicine and Sports Medicine at the University of Utah. In 2017, she founded and currently stands as the CEO of The Doctor Mommy Group PLC, which serves as a community to help new mothers navigate the first year of motherhood. She has been featured in Women's Health Magazine, PopSugar, Business Insider, and the Los Angeles Times.Livestream Air Date: February 2, 2023Follow Michelle Rockwell, MD, CAQSM: Instagram, FacebookFollow Friends of Franz Podcast: Website, Instagram, FacebookFollow Christian Franz Bulacan (Host): Instagram, YouTubeThankful to the season's brand partners: Covry, House of M Beauty, Nguyen Coffee Supply, V Coterie, Skin By Anthos, Halmi, By Dr Mom, LOUPN, Baisun Candle Co., RĒJINS, Twrl Milk Tea, 1587 Sneakers

Telehealth found wide adoption and acceptance during the pandemic, accompanied with loosened government restrictions on its use. On this episode, two experts examine the current state of telehealth, bolstered by findings from the project Effective Strategies for Sustaining and Optimizing Telehealth in Primary Care conducted by Vizient and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Guest speaker: Danielle Carder, MSc Senior Program Specialist Access and Clinical Innovations Association of American Medical Colleges Host: Courtney Furrow-White, MPM, RN Senior PI Program Director Vizient Show Notes: [00:26] The project [00:37] The surge of telehealth [02:15] Vizient-AAMC partnership: survey and resulting video interviews [03:37] Foundational investments: technology, work force, care services [05:25] Effective strategies to incorporate telehealth [07:05] Provider and staff engagement – physicians as drivers [08:25] A seamless patient encounter [09:36] Use of metrics [10:34] Challenges and barriers [14:16] Use will continue into the future Links | Resources: Contacting Knowledge on the Go: picollaboratives@vizientinc.com Joint Telehealth Report: Click here Courtney's email: courtney.furrowwhite@vizientinc.com Danielle's email: dcarder@aamc.org Subscribe Today! Apple Podcasts Amazon Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Android Stitcher RSS Feed

DOCTORS MAY RETIRE EN MASSE SOON. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN FOR MEDICINE?   The double whammy of pandemic burnout and the aging of baby boomer physicians has, indeed, the makings of some scary headlines.  A recent survey by Elsevier Health predicts that up to 75% of healthcare workers will leave the profession by 2025. And a 2020 study conducted by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) projected a shortfall of up to 139,000 physicians by 2033.   According to one study, America could see a shortage of between 37,800 and 124,000 physicians by 2034. The study found that if rural residents had the same access to healthcare as their urban counterparts, rural areas would need an additional 180,000 doctors.  Are so many doctors reaching retirement age that it's going to cause a crisis?   an expert on healthcare staffing / Co-founder of Frontera Search Partners, a national healthcare staffing firm providing services for hospitals, clinics and other medical facilities CHES WILLIAMS joins Hal and Ernie to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the demand for outpatient surgery on the rise, forecasters are concerned about the future supply of physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals. In this episode of the Advancing Surgical Care Podcast, ASCA Board President Mandy Hawkins talks with David Acosta, MD, the chief diversity and inclusion officer of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Their wide-ranging conversation looks at the need for a larger, more representative healthcare workforce that can meet the demands of our nation's aging and increasingly diverse population. It also addresses the makeup of current medical school admissions, the need to raise awareness about medical careers in primary and secondary schools, new initiatives that target disadvantaged communities and the need for additional government support for medical education and training.

In this episode, Dr. Bryan Pilkington speaks to Dr. Philip Alberti, Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) senior director of health equity research and policy, and founding director of the Center for Health Justice. Dr. Alberti's work is fueled by the belief that solutions to health injustice exist within communities themselves, and that the path to better health goes beyond medical care to working alongside partners across multiple sectors that impact our everyday lives. Dr. Alberti's most recent publication is "A Population Health Impact Pyramid for Health Care" (Milbank Quarterly, 2023 Apr;101(S1):770-794.)

Brian T. Hervey serves as the vice chancellor for University Advancement and Alumni Relations and the president of the UCI Foundation at the University of California, Irvine. He provides leadership over all aspects of the university's fundraising programs, alumni relations and development initiatives. Before his appointment as vice chancellor, Brian served as associate vice chancellor for UCI Health Advancement.Prior to joining UCI, Brian led successful multimillion dollar fundraising campaigns at Scott & White Healthcare Foundation as its vice president for philanthropy and communications. In this role, he supervised staff in the areas of major gift development, communications and planned giving for the Baylor Scott & White Health Central Division, which included 14 hospitals and over 65 clinics in central Texas. Previously, he was director of institutional advancement at Texas A&M Health Science Center (HSC) College of Medicine.Brian holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Texas A&M University. He is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and a Certified Gift Planning Professional (CGPP). Additionally, Brian served as the chair for development on the institutional advancement steering committee for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), and has presented at conferences on advancement topics for the AAMC, Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP) and Council for Advancement and Support of Higher Education (CASE).

Joining us this week for an incredibly insightful and alarming conversation is William T. Mallon, EdD. Make sure to tune in as Dr. Mallon makes his Faculty Factory Podcast debut. We will dive into the crucial topic of academic medicine's role in the climate crisis. Dr. Mallon is the Senior Director of Strategy and Innovation Development at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Dr. Mallon co-authored the report "Climate Action in Academic Medicine," which provides an overview of how medical schools, teaching hospitals, and health systems are responding to climate change. You can download it here: https://www.aamc.org/media/64106/download?attachment  In this interview, you'll learn about the innovative ways in which medical schools, teaching hospitals, and health systems are responding to the urgent threat of climate change. Their efforts can help safeguard the health of our planet and its inhabitants. "The irony is that without any action, we are making a major contribution to the climate crisis, which arguably is the greatest health threat of the 21st century," Dr. Mallon told us. If you would like to contact Dr. Mallon, you can email him at wmallon@aamc.org. Learn More: https://facultyfactory.org/

Driven by an urgent desire to create a more equitable healthcare system, Dr. Malika Fair was determined to make a difference - but she never expected that her mission would also spark a revolution in the medical profession. With a relentless commitment to social accountability, she is leading the charge to empower marginalized patients and inspire a new generation of physicians to prioritize inclusion. How will her bold initiative shape the future of healthcare?I wake up every day to solve problems, to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves.My special guest is Dr. Malika FairDr. Malika Fair, a trailblazer in health equity, serves as the Senior Director of Equity and Social Accountability for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). As an emergency physician by training, Dr. Fair brings her experience and passion for addressing healthcare disparities to create a more equitable healthcare system. Inspired by her father and mentored by Dr. Marcia Perry, she has dedicated her career to advocating for marginalized communities and promoting health equity. Dr. Fair plays a pivotal role in developing competencies around diversity, equity, and inclusion for medical students, residents, and faculty. She believes in the power of collective efforts to transform healthcare and ensure everyone can achieve their health goals.This is Dr. Malika Fair's story:Dr. Malika Fair's journey into healthcare began when her father brought her an article discussing inequities in HIV/AIDS medication in South Africa. The challenges faced by people on the other side of the world inspired her to work towards solving problems in the healthcare system. Shadowing her mentor, Dr. Marcia Perry, Malika discovered her passion for emergency medicine and the need to improve healthcare for patients with marginalized identities. She now focuses on integrating social accountability into healthcare systems, ensuring that physicians are not only responsible but also accountable for their patient's well-being.In this episode, you will be able to: 1. Discover the key factors for attaining health equity in underprivileged communities. 2. Uncover the benefits of incorporating social responsibility within healthcare systems. 3. Recognize the significance of implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) competencies in professional settings. 4. Learn about the value of encouraging DEI training in medical education. 5. Find out how to effectively tackle obstacles when executing health equity policies.Health Equity and Social AccountabilityUnderstanding health equity and social accountability is crucial in tackling disparities and promoting better healthcare outcomes for all. Health equity refers to the equal opportunity for all individuals to achieve their full health potential, regardless of social or economic status, ethnicity, or other factors. Social accountability, on the other hand, involves implementing systems of accountability to guarantee the best healthcare experience for everyone. Dr. Malika Fair shares her passion for health equity and emphasizes the importance of incorporating social accountability in every aspect of the medical field. During the podcast, Dr. Fair explains the difference between social accountability and social responsibility, stressing the need for systems that ensure patients have the best chance of achieving total health. By developing a set of competencies revolving around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), Dr. Fair hopes medical students, residents, and physicians alike will integrate these principles into their practice and ultimately create more equitable healthcare services.The resources mentioned in this episode are: Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion competencies into medical school and residency curricula to ensure physicians are prepared to provide care for diverse patient populations. Develop resources and support for faculty development in diversity, equity, and inclusion to facilitate learning and co-creation of new approaches to healthcare. Encourage medical institutions to work collectively in redesigning curricula, reviewing materials for diverse representation, and fostering a culture of continuous education on health equity and social accountability. Collaborate with students and faculty interested in promoting health equity, diversity, and inclusion to create a supportive environment for learning and growth. Engage with diverse communities to better understand cultural practices and preferences in healthcare, incorporating this knowledge into medical education and practice. Utilize the AAMC's competencies around diversity, equity, and inclusion to develop individualized learning and teaching plans that meet the unique needs of each physician and institution. Continuously update and revise medical education materials and approaches to reflect the latest research and understanding of health equity, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare. Advocate for policies and practices that promote health equity and social accountability at the institutional, local, and national levels. Encourage open dialogue and collaboration between healthcare providers, educators, and communities to address health disparities and promote equity in healthcare access and outcomes. Stay informed on the latest research, initiatives, and best practices in health equity, diversity, and inclusion to ensure continuous improvement in medical education and Timestamped summary of this episode:00:00:00 - Introduction, Host Corey Dion Lewis introduces Dr. Malika Fair, Senior Director of Equity and Social Accountability for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).00:01:10 - What Drives Dr. Fair, Dr. Fair shares her passion for solving healthcare problems, fighting for those who cannot fight for themselves, and providing the best healthcare and total health for everyone, especially those who are marginalized or under-resourced.00:03:27 - Dr. Fair's Emergence Medicine Experience, Dr. Fair shares her experience of being introduced to emergency medicine and how it allowed her to see medicine come to life and witness the state of the healthcare system right in front of her.00:07:21 - Social Accountability, Dr. Fair explains the difference between social responsibility and social accountability in healthcare and how it is essential to create systems of accountability for everyone in the healthcare system, from medical students to practicing physicians.00:13:47 - Shifting Healthcare Culture, Dr. Fair discusses how the shift in healthcare culture is happening, and it is driven by students who demand that diversity, equity, and inclusion become part of their curriculum and the way they take care of patients. She emphasizes the importance of continuous education and the co-creation of what the new generation of physicians should look like.00:16:40 - Health Equity and Social Accountability, Dr. Malika Fair talks about the importance of equity in healthcare, education, and career goals. She discusses how AAMC is approaching equity broadly and encouraging people to think about equity in their own lives and work. She shares about AAMC's Diversity Inclusion Culture Equity Inventory tool and the importance of accountability.00:19:50 - Challenges in Achieving Equity, Dr. Fair acknowledges that achieving equity is hard because it's tied to deep feelings people have, fears about their position in life, and political divisiveness. She encourages people to think about equity in their own lives and work, without necessarily being out there or protesting.00:22:43 - Taking Action for Equity, Dr. Fair suggests taking the Dice Inventory as a first step in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in institutions. She also encourages people to be creative and committed to the work of achieving health equity, writing letters, supporting causes, and talking to leaders and the board of directors.00:24:34 - Advocacy and Fear of Job Loss, Dr. Fair acknowledges that fear of losing one's job may keep people from doing more to support health equity causes. She suggests being creative in finding ways to write letters, support causes, and talk to leaders without necessarily threatening one's job or education.00:26:26 - Conclusion, Dr. Fair emphasizes the importance of working together and being part of a community to achieve health equity. She invites anyone to connect with her on AAMC's website or LinkedIn to learn more about the work AAMC is doing in this area.Connect with me here: Facebook YouTube Website Linkedin Twitter ★ Support this podcast ★

It's the return of R. Kevin Grigsby, MSW, DSW, on the Faculty Factory Podcast this week! Dr. Grigsby joins our show for a timely discussion on organizational strategy in academic medicine. Today's conversation also includes vital tidbits on leadership, how to conduct an efficient meeting, and much more. Today's episode is another example of a return guest rejoining our show for a powerful and memorable reunion episode. It was way back in September 2019 when he first joined us. As you would imagine, nearly three and a half years later there was a lot to catch up on. You can revisit Dr. Grigsby's episode from 2019 with us here. Dr. Grigsby has entered a stage of his career he is describing as “replenishment” as he continues to work on projects he helps colleagues with in academic medicine and science. Dr. Grigsby previously served as Senior Director, Member Organizational Development at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Dr. Grigsby started his academic career at Yale Child Study Center.  As a social worker by training, Dr. Grigsby was involved with work in the early stages of his career with organizations, such as group homes and shelters for homeless kids. He worked on research to help those organizations better meet their missions. Dr. Grigsby spent almost a decade at Penn State College of Medicine as Vice Dean for Faculty and Administrative Affairs. Before he joined the AAMC in 2009, he was Vice Dean for Administration and Research at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.

Kamran Mirza is an Associate Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical Education, and Applied Health Sciences at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health in Maywood, Illinois. He serves as the Assistant Dean for Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Stritch School of Medicine, Vice-Chair of Education and Academic Affairs in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Program Director of the Hematopathology fellowship, founding Program Director of the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, Assistant Course Director for the M2 Mechanisms of Human Disease Course, the Director of medical student  pathology education in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, and a Health Equity advocate for Stritch School of Medicine.Dr. Mirza graduated with academic distinction and as recipient of the "Rivaz Gold Medal" for overall excellence from Aitchison College in Lahore, Pakistan in 1998. He completed medical school at the prestigious, independent, research University - Aga Khan University in Karachi, Pakistan in 2003. He completed his Ph.D. thesis work under Professor Asrar B. Malik, PhD, at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2010. He continued his training at the University of Chicago, where he completed an AP /CP Pathology residency.   He continued his training at the University of Chicago and received fellowship training in hematopathology (under the supervision of Dr. James Vardiman) and thoracic pathology (under the supervision of Dr. Aliya Husain). Given his passion for medical education, he completed a fellowship in Medical Education Research, Innovation, Teaching & Scholarship (MERITS) at the University of Chicago.An award winning educator and mentor, Dr. Mirza has been the recipient of several dozen local, regional and national teaching awards. He is the recipient of the 2022 Association of Pathology Chairs Michele Raible Award for Distinguished Education. He received the 2021 American Society for Clinical Pathology's H. P. Smith Award for Distinguished Pathology Educator, the 2021 College of American Pathologists Pathology Advancement Award, the 2020 CAP Resident Advocate Award, and the 2019 ASCP Mentorship Award. He received both the regional and national M. Brownell Anderson Award for New and Emerging Educators by the Central Group on Educational Affairs (CGEA), the Midwest education group within the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) in 2020. The American Society of Clinical Pathology recognized him as a Top 5 Forty Under Forty honoree in 2017 and he was a recent faculty inductee to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society via Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Mirza has been recognized in The Pathologist magazine's Power List 100 consecutively for the past 5 years and he is one of the top 10 most followed Pathologists on Twitter. Dr. Mirza spearheaded the creation of PathElective.com, a free, modular website that has provided pathology education to over 100,000 users across the world in the past year alone. In efforts of advancing pathology, he has also co-founded the ASCP's Virtual Pathology Grand Rounds, the PathPod podcast, the International Collaborative of Pathologists, www.hemereports.com, and the Digital Communications Fellowship in Pathology in partnership with the Pathologist magazine. He is the Chair-Elect for the CGEA and a member of the APC UMEDs council. He serves on the advisory board for "Inside the Match" and "Match to Path" platforms and has been honored with several teaching and education awards at the medical student and resident level and continues to explore novel ways to impart pathology pedagogy across the world. Dr. Mirza's educational research focuses on molecular pathogenesis of myeloid malignancies, novel pedagogical tools in medical education, the advancement of interprofessional education, and use of social media for pathology education.

After returning to a full-time law practice from maternity leave, Lori Mihalich-Levin discovered that she did not have the resources she needed to manage her life in the ways she wanted. Once her second child was born, her stress multiplied. Lori decided to do something about it and help other parents who had many of the same issues. She created Mindful Return to help parents transition back to work after parental leave. Mindful Return offers a multitude of resources for new working parents, including e-courses, programs that employers can offer to their employees, and chapters based in the US, UK, India, and South Africa.  Lori has been committed to promoting women's equality and leadership throughout her career.  As a Partner at Dentons US LLP, Lori founded and Co-Chaired Dentons' Parent Professional Network for two years. In her prior role at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), she founded the Returning to Work Community (RWC) for mothers returning to work from maternity leave and a D.C. Health Policy Lean in Circle. At Princeton, Lori wrote her undergraduate thesis on immigrant women in France who experienced domestic violence. At Georgetown Law, she was co-President of the Women's Legal Alliance and represented clients through the Domestic Violence Clinic. She is the author of Back to Work After Baby How to Plan and Navigate a Mindful Return from Maternity Leave, and co-host of the Parents at Work podcast.  In this week's Work From The Inside Out podcast, learn more about Lori's journey: Lori's thought leadership has been featured in publications, including Forbes, The Washington Post, New York Times, Parenting, and Thrive Global.  Today, Lori advises clients in her law practice on issues relating to Medicare graduate medical education payments. Learn more and connect with Lori here: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulreturn/ https://www.facebook.com/mindfulreturn https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindful-return https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorimihalichlevin/ https://twitter.com/mindfulreturn https://www.mindfulreturn.com

On Wednesday's "The Extra", the show focused on health concerns as parents send their children back to school.  Dr. Ross McKinney , head of the  Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) , talked about the importance of childhood vaccines, while Thomas Ylioja, PhD, of National Jewish Health in Denver, talked about new tools to help teens quit vaping.  More information at MyLifeMyQuit.com. 

On Wednesday's "The Extra", the show focused on health concerns as parents send their children back to school.  Dr. Ross McKinney , head of the  Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) , talked about the importance of childhood vaccines, while Thomas Ylioja, PhD, of National Jewish Health in Denver, talked about new tools to help teens quit vaping.  More information at MyLifeMyQuit.com. 

While there are nine sections to the AMCAS application, this guide will explore Section Five: AMCAS Work and Activities. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) runs the American Medical College Application Service, or AMCAS, a centralized application service that allows aspiring first-year medical students to create one application that can be sent to most US medical schools. In this podcast, you'll learn how to compose effective entries, including the AMCAS "Most Meaningful Experiences", which activities should be included, and how to maximize the allotted space to create powerful entries. Finally, we'll show you 40 AMCAS Work and Activities examples from our own past successful students so you can work towards creating your own stand-out entries.

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) projects a shortage of up to 48,000 primary care physicians by 2034. This hour on Where We Live, we take a deep dive into why primary care is the barometer of the healthcare system, and how the practice landscape — including hospital acquisitions of physician practices, low reimbursements to primary care physicians, and the proliferation of urgent care centers — is affecting doctors and patients.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a study in the National Library of Medicine, only 1 percent of doctors are trained in treating one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in the U.S. — obesity.That lack of education comes with consequences for patients.The condition has been recognized as a disease since 2013. The CDC reports nearly 42 percent of Americans are experiencing obesity. But a longstanding bias against these patients has affected their ability to seek treatment and weight loss medication. To tackle this bias, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is rolling out new standards for diversity, equity, and inclusion. They will address practices in treating patients who are diagnosed as overweight or obese.We discuss the barriers to seeking treatment for obesity and what role do doctors play. Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Find us on Twitter @1A.

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has developed a situational judgment test called, PREview Professional Readiness Exam, that is being used by eighteen medical schools for the 2022-2023 application cycle. I am joined in this episode by two representatives from the AAMC who are intimately involved in the development and delivery of this new assessment tool. You will hear details about this exam and preparing for it from Dr. Rebecca Fraser, the Director of Content Development within the Admissions and Selection Research and Development Program, and Lisa Peters, the Director of Operations for PREview.  If you find this podcast to be a helpful resource, RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE please!  It helps others find it! Send me your recommendations for future medical schools that you'd like to hear featured! Send it to: allaccess@case.edu   Visit our website for more information on this episode and others.  https://linktr.ee/allaccessmedschool   RESOURCES: AAMC PREview Professional Readiness Exam Essential Guide Workspace and Computer Requirements Practice Exam Core Competencies for Entering Medical Students 2022-2023 Participating Schools Carle Illinois College of Medicine - Research Only Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science Recommended - Research Only Cooper Medical School of Rowan University - Recommended Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences - Recommended Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine - Recommended George Washington University School of Medicine - Recommended Michigan State University College of Human Medicine - Required (either PREview exam or CASPer) Morehouse School of Medicine - Recommended Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine - Recommended Saint Louis University School of Medicine - Required Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - Recommended Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine - Required University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine - Recommended University of California at Davis School of Medicine - Required University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine - Required University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine - Required University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Recommended - Research Only University of Virginia School of Medicine - Accepted, Research Only

Kelly Johnson, CFM is Senior Director of Real Estate & Facilities at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and Ryan Parker is Chief Legal Product Officer at SixFifty. In February of 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Navigating the Legal and Logistical Barriers of Going into the Office” where his guests discussed what companies will face as they start to reopen their offices and how workplace leaders can help guide policies and strategy. They explored the challenges of returning to the office from a legal perspective, liability for COVID outbreaks that occur in the office, and some of the protocols and procedures leaders need to keep in mind while deciding when to ask employees to come back. Check out these audio highlights and then download the full hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-johnson-8786378/ Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-parker-9b149897/ Watch the full one-hour video recording with Q&A: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-navigating-the-legal-logistical-barriers-of-going-into-the-office Learn more about AAMC: https://www.aamc.org/ Learn more about SixFifty: https://www.sixfifty.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Earn CME credit for listening to this episode of Prioritizing Equity. This week's edition of our Prioritizing Equity series focuses on the power of narratives and language in health care. It explores how dominant narratives perpetuate harm, and offers examples of how these narratives can be challenged and disrupted, moving towards equity-focused and person-first alternatives. Read the guide: https://www.ama-assn.org/system/files/ama-aamc-equity-guide.pdf Panel: Philip M. Alberti, PhD—Founding Director, AAMC Center for Health Justice and Senior Director, Health Equity Research and Policy at Association of American Medical Colleges David A. Ansell, MD, MPH—Senior Vice President and Associate Provost, Community Health Equity, Rush University Medical Center Renee Canady, PhD, MPA—Chief Executive Officer of MI Public Health Institute Malika Fair, MD, MPH, FACEP—Senior Director, Equity and Social Accountability, Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC); Assistant Clinical Professor, Emergency Medicine at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Services Moderator: Fernando De Maio, PhD—Director, Health Equity Research and Data Use, Center for Health Equity, American Medical Association Originally aired: February 14th, 2022  The AMA's Digital Code of Conduct: https://www.ama-assn.org/code-conduct  

Community Conversations is a long-running podcast highlighting community success stories from a wide variety of online community management professionals. Episode #78 of Community Conversations features Stephanie Weiner Director, Digital Strategy & Engagement at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). We chat about converting digital skeptics, using a playbook to scale community initiatives, and replacing […] The post Community Conversations – Episode #78: Stephanie Weiner appeared first on The Community Roundtable.

On this episode, Dr. Shilpa Darivemula, a chief OBGYN resident at Dartmouth and Dr. Anusha Venkatesh, a recent medical graduate from Kasturba Medical College, India, introduce this new mini series, brought to you in collaboration with Race.Culture.OBGYN. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) released a research report titled: Measuring Diversity and Inclusion in Academic Medicine: The Diversity Engagement Survey. Based on this report, the Diversity Engagement Survey (DES) is subdivided into eight engagement inclusion factors which formed the framework for developing DES. This series will explore the intricacies of these factors and what they mean to physicians, patients, and individuals. Join us in the upcoming episodes, as we talk to individuals in sexual and reproductive health that are doing impactful work in medicine, law, and public policy. The goal of this series is to initiate organic conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, culture, and other factors that can result in tangible change for the future of healthcare and society. Mentioned In This Episode: https://www.aamc.org/what-we-do/equity-diversity-inclusion/engagement-survey

Increasing the diversity of the emergency medicine (EM) workforce is imperative, with more diverse teams showing improved patient care and increased innovation. Holistic review, adapted from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), focuses on screening applicants with a balanced method, valuing their experiences, attributes, and academic metrics equally. A core tenet to holistic review is that diversity is essential to excellence.

CardioNerds (Amit Goyal and Daniel Ambinder) join fellow lead, Dr. Giselle A. Suero-Abreu (FIT, Massachusets General Hospital), Dr. Isadora Sande Mathias (FIT, Houston Methodist and CardioNerds Academy Fellow), and Dr. Victor Nauffal (FIT, Brigham and Women's Hospital) for a discussion with Dr. William Zoghbi (Chair, Department of Cardiology, Houston Methodist Hospital, Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center, Past President, the American College of Cardiology) about international medical graduates in the cardiology workforce. This episode focuses on the narratives of international medical graduates (IMGs) who make important contributions to the US medical workforce and scientific innovation. Listen to the episode to learn the state of IMGs in the US physician workforce and the field of Cardiology, an overview of factors that influence IMG selection when applying to residency and fellowship training programs in the US, the impact of recent changes in licensing exams and immigration restrictions, and how to address challenges and support IMGs throughout their medical careers. Audio editing by CardioNerds Academy Intern, Dr. Leticia Helms. Claim free CME just for enjoying this episode! Disclosures: None Cardionerds Narratives in Cardiology PageCardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll Subscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! Show notes 1. What is the definition of an international medical graduate (IMGs)? International medical graduates (IMGs) are physicians who who graduated from a medical school outside the United States, regardless of nationality. This group of foreign-trained physicians include US-IMGs (US citizens) and non-US IMGs (non-US citizens). Nearly 80% of IMGs are born abroad [1]. In a paper senior authored by Dr. Zoghbi, IMGs in the US physician workforce are described as “the multicultural, multiethnic, open-minded, and plural fabric that has defined American medicine and contributed to its success over the years” [2]. 2. Why are IMGs important? IMGs are an integral part of the U.S. healthcare system. They constitute about 25% of the physician workforce and, since 2010, the number of IMGs in practice has grown by nearly 18% [1, 3]. IMGs play a critical role in addressing healthcare inequities across the US, comprising a significant proportion of physicians in high-need rural and underserved urban areas [1, 3, 4]. IMGs contribute to the diversity and cultural competence in the US physician workforce with 98% of them speaking two or more languages fluently. They help patients overcome linguistic and cultural barriers that can interfere with their care [5]. Learn more about Diversity and inclusion (Episode 95) and Latinx representation in cardiology  (Episode 129). Racial and ethnic concordance between physicians and their patients results in improved healthcare outcomes, and IMGs are essential in matching the needs of the increasingly diverse US population [6]. Many IMGs pursue the opportunity to train in the best academic programs in the US and return as leaders to serve their country. This becomes an avenue for international collaboration to help patients and contribute to research, innovation, and education. 3. What is the state of the IMG workforce in Cardiology? IMGs in cardiology serve as an important source of cardiac care in the United States. Data from the 2020 Physician Specialty Data Report from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) [7] showed that: Among active US physicians, IMGs comprise 31% of general cardiologists, 46% of interventional cardiologists, and 26% of pediatric cardiologists.Among ACGME trainees, IMGs constitute 38% of fellows in cardiovascular disease, 53% in interventional cardiology, and 20% in pediatric cardiology.Many IMGs have non-immigrant visas, including the J-1 Visitor Exchange visa,

In Part I, Dr. Lopez wanted to familiarize listeners in this grand rounds presentation with a history of minorities in medicine and to describe current trends in diversity and inclusion in medicine in general and specifically in PM&R.  He identified arguments for diversity and contrasted past, present, and future recruitment efforts at NYU. He also discussed this years' match data results. Historically, there have been many challenges for minorities to gain a foothold in medicine. He wanted to furnish objective data about this situation. These individuals had a problem right from the beginning in obtaining admission to medical schools. He described enrollment data from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and compared it to U.S. Census Bureau data. Over the last 50 years, Dr. Lopez noted how medical schools have tried to do something about increasing the proportion of students from underrepresented minority groups. Specific information entailed showing what has occurred in PM&R, involving students and faculty. Comparisons then were made with overall U.S. population trends. Reasons are provided for increasing diversity and inclusion in medicine, e.g., minority patients seek doctors who look like them and more minority physicians are likely to take care of minority patients. In Part 2 of his presentation on the topic of diversity and inclusion in medicine, Dr. Lopez continued describing the use of a holistic approach to interview candidates for admission to NYU's PM&R residency program. Factors currently being  taken into account other than board scores, include socio economic hardship, commitment to the underserved, work experience, and fluency in other languages. A task force also was formed to review every candidate individually. Interviews  presently involve taking a closer look at structured behavioral interview questions, which can be used to measure factors, such as professionalism and teamwork. Interviewers also are blinded to board scores to eliminate a higher halo effect that might exist. Dr. Lopez then reviewed the results of the latest match and identified the kinds of efforts that should be undertaken to increase the proportion of underrepresented groups, including women and members of the LGBTQ community. More diversity is welcome at NYU. Change is not going to happen overnight. Current efforts are just the starting point. A question and answer session for several minutes followed his presentation, including comments made by Dr. Steven Flanagan, Howard A. Rusk Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine and Chairperson of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Langone Health.          

Shlomit Schaal, MD, PhD, MHCM, Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at UMass Memorial Medical Center and the University of Massachusetts Medical School, is a clinician-scientist specializing in the cutting-edge medical and surgical treatment of complex vitreoretinal diseases. She serves as the President of UMass Memorial Medical Group, as well as Senior Associate Dean for Health Strategies for UMass Medical School. In addition to her professorship at UMass Medical School, Dr. Schaal also serves as a teaching faculty member at Harvard School of Public Health, Harvard Macy's Institute, and the Faculty Leadership Development Seminar of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Link to claim CME credit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DXCFW3 (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DXCFW3) CME credit is available for up to 3 years after the stated release date Contact CEOD@bmhcc.org if you have any questions about claiming credit.

Katy Kolbeck is a retired electrical engineer. She spent 15 years of her career working as an electrical engineer at an engineering firm, and the last 15 years as the President and CEO of that same engineering firm. In retirement, she spends most of her time working with non-profit organizations addressing leadership and strategic issues, along with working on systems to provide clean drinking water for communities in rural Haiti.Episode NotesMusic used in the podcast: Higher Up, Silverman Sound StudioAcronyms, Definitions, and Fact CheckThe Works Museum - The museum was conceived by Rebecca Schatz, a software engineer who was inspired by a visit to the Exploratorium in San Francisco, and by the hands-on technical education for children that she observed during a year as a Luce Scholar in Japan in 1984. The works museum is located in Bloomington, Minnesota. (wikipedia)Rate studies - generates a pricing structure and financial plan that satisfies the long-term obligations of the utility and targets equitable cost recovery from customers while conforming to legal constraints, agency policies, and community values. (www.fcsgroup.org)The Equal Employment Opportunity Act (Public Law 92–261) of 1972 was designed to prohibit job discrimination for reasons of race, religion, color, national origin, and sex. The term equal, however, must be interpreted correctly as it applies to this legislation. It does not mean that every applicant or employee must be considered equal in ability or competency. Rather, it means that the law looks at all applicants or employees as equals, who deserve fair treatment. (www.encyclopedia.com)Society of Women Engineers (SWE) - For more than six decades, SWE has given women engineers a unique place and voice within the engineering industry. Our organization is centered around a passion for our members' success and continues to evolve with the challenges and opportunities reflected in today's exciting engineering and technology specialties. (www.swe.org)How many women engineers are there? Females were awarded 19.9 percent of all Bachelor's degrees awarded by an engineering program in 2015 and made up 21.4 percent of undergraduates enrolled in engineering. They received 25.2 percent of Master's degrees and 23.1 percent of doctoral degrees in 2015. (www.asee.org)For the first time, women make up the majority of students in U.S. medical schools. In 2019, 46,878 medical school students (50.5 percent) are women and 45,855(49.4 percent) are men, according to a new report from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). (Washington Post)

In this conversation on race I’m joined by Diversity pioneers and original thought leaders Lee Mun Wah and Howard Ross to talk about the current state of diversity, racism and white supremacy in the US today   Howard is known for his cutting edge work on implicit bias and Mun Wah made the ground breaking film on race, Color of Fear.   Key Topics: Origins and current state of the Trump executive order banning diversity and inclusion training in the government and companies that do business with the government. Threats against Howard Ross and his family for his work in diversity, equity and inclusion. The content of the letter suspending Mun Wah’s training with the government calling diversity and inclusion unpatriotic, propaganda and unamerican. Why diversity, equity, inclusion and conversations on race are more important now than ever in the current culture of the US and across the globe. How Black people and others protesting in the name of social justice are being shot, threatened and attacked. Overcoming resistance and fear of diversity, conversations on race and social justice. Whose lives matter? Do white lives matter more than Black lives? Do heterosexual lives matter more than LGBTQ lives The fact that the media doesn’t mention the large numbers of Native American women who have disappeared, the lack of funds to help Native American communities and the high Covid death rate in that community. How issues of racism against LatinX, Asian and other people of color are often neglected, trivialized and ignored. Intercultural Health care disparities that result in higher death rates for Black women during childbirth than white women. Howard and Mun Wah share experiences engaging in dialogues with white supremacists.   Guests Bio: Lee Mun Wah, M.A. Special Education, M.S. CounselingExecutive Director of StirFry Seminars & Consulting   Lee Mun Wah is an internationally renowned Chinese American documentary filmmaker, author, poet, Asian folk teller, educator, community therapist, and master diversity trainer. He is the Executive Director of StirFry Seminars & Consulting, a diversity training company that provides educational tools and workshops on cross-cultural communication and awareness, mindful facilitation, and conflict mediation techniques. His first documentary film, Stolen Ground, about the experience of Asian Americans, won honorable mention at the San Francisco International Film Festival. His most famous film about racism, The Color of Fear, won the Gold Medal for Best Social Studies Documentary and in 1995, Oprah Winfrey did a one-hour special on Lee Mun Wah’s life and work that was seen by many.  His latest film, If These Halls Could Talk, was just released.  The film’s focus is on college students and their experience with racism and other diversity issues in higher education.  Thousands of people from government and social service agencies, corporations and educational institutions have taken Lee Mun Wah’s workshops and partnered with Stirfry Seminars & Consulting on their diversity initiatives.   Howard Ross is a lifelong social justice advocate and is considered one of the world’s seminal thought leaders on identifying and addressing unconscious bias.  He is the author of ReInventing Diversity: Transforming Organizational Community to Strengthen People, Purpose and Performance, (published by Rowman and Littlefield in conjunction with SHRM in 2011), and the Washington Post best seller, Everyday Bias:  Identifying and Navigating Unconscious Judgments in Our Daily Lives, (published by Rowman and Littlefield in 2014, Second Edition released in 2020).  His latest book, Our Search for Belonging:  How Our Need to Connect is Tearing Us Apart, released by Berrett-Koehler in May of 2018, won the 2019 Nautilus Book Award Gold Medal for Social Change and Social Justice.   Howard has specialized in the synthesis of neuro-cognitive and social science research and direct application re: Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Accessibility work.  His client work has focused on the areas of corporate culture change, leadership development, and managing diversity, inclusion and belonging.  Ross has successfully implemented large-scale organizational culture change efforts in the area of managing diversity and cultural integration in academic institutions, professional services corporations, Fortune 500 companies, and retail, health care, media, and governmental institutions in 47 of the United States and over 40 countries worldwide.  In addition, Howard has delivered programs at Harvard University Medical School, Stanford University Medical School, Johns Hopkins University, the Wharton School of Business, Duke University and Washington University Medical School and over 20 other colleges and Universities, as well as for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).  Howard served as the 2007-2008 Johnnetta B. Cole Professor of Diversity Professor of Diversity at Bennett College for Women, the first time a white man had ever served in such a position at an HBCU.     Howard’s writings have been published by the Harvard Business Review, the Washington Post, the New York Times, Fast Company Magazine, Diversity Women Magazine, Forbes Magazine, Fortune Magazine and dozens of other publications.  He appears regularly on National Public Radio. Howard has served on numerous not-for-profits boards, including the Diversity Advisory Board of the Human Rights Campaign, the board of directors of the Dignity and Respect Campaign, the board of the directors for the National Women’s Mentoring Network, and the Board of Directors of the National Center on Race Amity.  Howard has been the recipient of many awards, including the 2009 Operation Understanding Award for Community Service; the 2012 Winds of Change Award from the Forum on Workplace Diversity and Inclusion; the 2013 Diversity Peer Award from Diversity Women Magazine; the 2014 Catalyst Award from Uptown Professional Magazine; the 2014 Catalyst for Change Award from Wake Forest University; the 2015 Medal of Honor by the National Center for Race Amity; the 2015 Trendsetter in HR by SHRM Magazine; and the 2016 Leadership in Diversity Award by the World Human Resources Development Conference in Mumbai, India.  He was also named an Honorary Medicine Man by the Eastern Cherokee Reservation in N.C. and given Medicine Holder designation by the Pawnee Nation.  Howard has also been honored to serve as a “Contributing Expert” in both 2015 and 2020 to the Global Diversity and Inclusion Benchmarks by the Centre for Global Inclusion.   Howard is also a former Rock ‘n Roll Musician and has taught meditation and mindfulness for more than 20 years, including his role as co-founder and Lead Facilitator for the Inner Journey Seminars.   In 1989, Howard founded Cook Ross Inc., one of the nation’s leading Diversity and Inclusion consultancies.  He sold the company in July 2018 and founded Udarta Consulting, LLC.   Howard keynotes and speaks regularly at Conferences for SHRM, SHRM Diversity, the Forum for Workplace Inclusion, National Association of Corporate Directors , ATD, the World Diversity Forum, and dozens of others.     He can be reached at howard@udarta.com.

We are taking a break this week from releasing a new episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast as we enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. However, we are featuring a “classic episode” of our podcast for those that may have missed it when it originally aired.  Darrell G. Kirch, MD, is president emeritus of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). He served as President and CEO of the AAMC from 2006 until 2019, and was AAMC President and CEO when this interview was conducted and first published. Dr. Kirch is a psychiatrist and neuroscientist. He has held several, major leadership positions including scientific director at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).  In April 2019, Dr. Kirch joined us for an in-depth, candid interview that we are making available today for those that may have not been a part of our audience when it first aired. This was episode No. 14 of the Faculty Factory.  As we inch closer to our 100th podcast (we’re up to No. 97 as of November 20, 2020) we thought it would be fun to take a look back and share with you this classic episode. 

Steven Lee Berk, MD, is the Dean of the School of Medicine and Executive Vice President for Clinical Affairs at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock. Dr. Berk graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency and Infectious Disease fellowship at Boston City Hospital. He is the author or co-author of over 150 peer-reviewed publications and four textbooks. Dr. Berk has served on the NIH Special Advisory Panel on the evaluation of vaccines against infections in the elderly, on the editorial board of the Journal of the American Geriatric Society, and as a reviewer for most Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease journals. He has served on the Board of Directors Nominating Committee for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and chaired the AAMC community-based deans subcommittee for eight years. It is inevitable throughout our journey in medicine that we will find role models that inspire us each day. But how do we discern what kind of physician makes the best role model? Today, Dr. Steven Berk explains that the best physicians to emulate are the ones who are highly skilled in bedside manner. Physicians who are present with their patient, spend time with that patient, and then share their experience and knowledge with upcoming students and residents are the kinds of doctors we should be seeking out and learning from. He also explains how important it is to foster emotional intelligence in the field of medicine. And in order to do that, we must work toward creating classrooms and environments that encourage diversity. And we must commit to spending time with—and learning from—different backgrounds, different cultures, and different ideas. Pearls of Wisdom: 1. Develop qualities of staying calm and clear headed, no matter how stressful the situation. 2. Gratitude is one of the key qualities of a good mentor and student, and this will keep us on the right path. 3. Be committed to patient care. The more committed to patient care you are, it will make overcoming challenges more manageable. 4. Continue to build enthusiasm in medicine: Remember why we started, and keep that passion alive throughout your years. At the end of the day, keep a holistic eye on our profession. Read more about Dr Berk's memoir of being kidnapped and how the principles from his medical training helped him successfully navigate the crisis. It's a compelling read for all, especially medical students and residents. Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Kidnapping-Steven-L-Berk/dp/0896726932

This episode continues our discussion on the impact of COVID-19 on clinical practices by examining a new framework for health care, with the idea that it must be more adaptable, flexible and reliable than in the past. Practice data should reflect what we need to know about access, quality and even productivity. Finally, we explore the best approach for creating and developing new ideas and practices, one that originates from those involved in the care every day and not imposed from the top down. Guest speaker:Lina Patel, MHA, FACHEAssociate Vice PresidentProduct Strategy and ManagementVizient Moderator:Tomas Villanueva, DO, MBA, FACPE, SFHMAssociate Vice PresidentClinical ResourcesVizient Show Notes[00:37] Future of the health care framework[02:10] Using a nimble virtual care platform[02:30] Leveraging practice data to look at access, quality and productivity[03:42] Providers need options for developing new approaches[04:06] How health care organizations should use practice data[05:01] The Clinical Practice Solutions Center (CPSC): sharing data with clinicians[05:27] Access and improvement insights[06:19] Lessons learned from COVID-19 Links | Resources:Clinical Practice Solutions Center—The Clinical Practice Solutions Center is a performance improvement solution focused on medical practices and developed in partnership with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and Vizient. Find more information Click hereUsing COVID-19 Learnings from Clinical Practice Solutions Center (CPSC) to Reimagine the System of Care Click hereUnderstanding the impact of big data on nursing knowledge (Nursing2020 Critical Care) Click hereIt’s All about the Data in 2020 and Beyond Click here Subscribe Today!Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidGoogle PodcastsStitcherRSS Feed 

Juan Amador, CAE is currently the director of constituent engagement at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Juan loves to use his superpower, an Amplifier, to help organizations and individuals take things to the next level. As a critical leader for the Association of American Medical Colleges, he advances the strategic value of the association and is also responsible for implementing learning and leadership opportunities that help members grow in their professional roles, enhance their career development, and strengthen their leadership competencies. He will often invite others to help their voice be heard and make sure that many communities are represented. Juan values collaboration and diversity. Hear more in this episode of Association Rockstars!

“Anesthesiology News presents The Etherist” is back. In Season 2, we dive into the future of the specialty of anesthesiology and the looming physician shortage that could threaten the field as we know it. We start by looking into a recent report from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and its projections of health care–wide physician shortages expected by 2033. In fact, the AAMC report projects that the United States will experience a shortage of 139,000 physicians, and that anesthesiology—along with specialties like pathology and emergency medicine—will have a shortage between 17,000 and 42,000 physicians. But what do all of these numbers mean for anesthesiologists in the field? Will the specialty actually experience a physician shortage? And what would that shortage look like, if it happens? We have dedicated a new season of The Etherist to answering these questions. 1. Association of American Medical Colleges. The complexities of physician supply and demand: projections from 2018 to 2033. aamc.org/system/files/2020-06/stratcomm-aamc-physician-workforce-projections-june-2020.pdf. June 2020. Accessed September 13, 2020. 2. Birk S. Looming anesthesiologist shortage fuels high market demand. Anesthesiology News. anesthesiologynews.com/PRN-/Article/08-19/Looming-Anesthesiologist-Shortage-Fuels-High-Market-Demand/55607. August 13, 2019. Accessed September 13, 2020.

Leaders in health care often confront the simple truth, “You can’t fix what you can’t measure.” In this episode, we explore the crucial need for a comprehensive, data-driven practice model and how to provide that across departments and disciplines. A data-driven model enables complex analysis of clinical practices to drive policy, refine best practices and deliver better outcomes for patients. Guest speaker:Lina Patel, MHA, FACHEAssociate Vice PresidentProduct Strategy and ManagementVizient Moderator:Tomas Villanueva, DO, MBA, FACPE, SFHMAssociate Vice PresidentClinical ResourcesVizient Show Notes:[01:28] Leveraging the data[03:02] The Clinical Practice Solutions Center[03:47] Effect of the decrease and disruption of clinical procedures[07:16] Virtual care[09:20] Getting on solid ground Links | Resources:Clinical Practice Solutions Center—The Clinical Practice Solutions Center is a performance improvement solution focused on medical practices and developed in partnership with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and Vizient. Find more information Click hereUsing COVID-19 Learnings from Clinical Practice Solutions Center (CPSC) to Reimagine the System of Care Click hereUnderstanding the impact of big data on nursing knowledge (Nursing2020 Critical Care) Click hereIt’s All about the Data in 2020 and Beyond Click here Subscribe Today!Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidGoogle PodcastsStitcherRSS Feed 

Brandt Jewell and Taylor Cowart join Mark Reiboldt to discuss the latest news for site neutrality. Hospitals have historically benefited from the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS), the reimbursement mechanism for Hospital Outpatient Departments (HOPD) facility fees, in comparison to their private practice peers functioning under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. Contact Information Subscribe to our feed in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast provider. Like what you hear? Leave a review! Not there? Let us know! We welcome all feedback from our listeners. Email us questions on any of the topics we discuss or questions about issues that interest you. You can also provide recommendations on matters for future episodes.  Please email us: feedback@cokergroup.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: Coker Group Company Page Follow us on Twitter: @cokergroup Follow us on Instagram: @cokergroup Like us on Facebook: @cokerconsulting   Episode Synopsis The procedures performed in a freestanding clinic versus an HOPD received 75% less reimbursement. Hospitals were highly incentivized to acquire independent sites, switch the designation to HOPD and begin increasing their reimbursement for the same procedures. This strategy caused HOPD billings to effectively double over the last decade. Both Medicare and its beneficiaries were under pressure to find a solution. Between 2018 and 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) updated the OPPS rate and proposed to phase in a 60 percent reduction over two years. They believe site neutral payments will give patients more options for their care. Alternatively, hospitals predicted a massive loss under the site neutral payments into the millions for many organizations. The American Hospital Association (“AHA”), the Association of American Medical Colleges (“AAMC”) and various other private groups took up arms against CMS, arguing that hospitals should receive additional reimbursement as it is inherently more expensive to run HOPDs based on the standards they are required to uphold. Extras Another Blow for Hospitals: The Ongoing Battle of Site Neutral Payments Bonus Episode: Three Key Objectives from the 2019 State of the Union Address Episode 21: Q&A Episode – December 2018

Bravado, stresses Dr. David Skorton, is not an asset. Knowing how to ask for help is. Through a long career spanning clinical medicine, two university presidencies, and heading the Smithsonian Institution, Dr. Skorton has a lot of experience to draw on when giving advice. In conversation with Dr. Rishi Desai, he traces his fascinating background and describes how two clinical skills in particular — making decisions under uncertainty, and listening before acting — have been essential assets for him in becoming an effective leader. Tune in to the latest episode of Raise the Line to find out why Dr. Skorton believes he and his generation “have failed” (think systemic inequities), and learn about the AAMC's proposed roadmap to resetting the country's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kelly Johnson is Director of Facility Services at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and Geoff Snavely is Vice President and General Manager at Millicare Floor & Textile Care and they both are leaders at the Capital Chapter of IFMA in Washington, DC. Kelly and Geoff joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss return to the office planning and how trust plays an essential role in helping individuals in our organizations navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This podcast episode captures a little bit of the fun, conversational tone of our livestream broadcasts while also providing amazing insights and practical advice for workplace leaders as they plan to support their workforce during these difficult times. Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-johnson-8786378/ Connect with Geoff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffsnavelymillicare/ Watch the full livestream video: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/recording/2666910940030144268 Register for future “Workplace Innovator Interactive” livestreams: https://www.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-2020-weekly-livestream Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com  

"The COVID-19 pandemic has turned medical education upside-down. From exclusively virtual pre-clerkship courses, to delayed clerkships, to canceled graduation proceedings, there has been massive disruption. Now, after weeks of speculation, we’ve learned how the pandemic will be disrupting the 2020-2021 residency application cycle. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is now recommending that all residency interviews be conducted virtually. While this a wise recommendation, out of concern for public safety, I fear it will exacerbate long-standing problems in the residency application process and will have dire consequences for many applicants." Jordan Hughes is an emergency medicine resident. He shares his story and discusses his KevinMD article, "To the AAMC: Recommend an interview limit or else this year’s residency match may be a disaster." (https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2020/05/to-the-aamc-recommend-an-interview-limit-or-else-this-years-residency-match-may-be-a-disaster.html)

Dr. Sarah Imam teaches advanced physiology and environmental physiology at the Citadel. She helps describe for us on the podcast what our human body has to endure in extreme environments, including microgravity environments like the astronauts work and live in.  Our future in space requires our full understanding of the space environment, and the effects it will have on us as humans. While Sarah’s perspective is optimistic, the space environment is not looking like a favorable one for our human bodies.   Here’s are some interesting questions Dr. Sarah and I ponder together:    When you go into these extreme environments (like space), there are so many detrimental effects on our human body, so understanding the impacts of microgravity is going to be more important as we humans continue explore space.  Or, are we just not intended to be space travelers? Sarah asks me what I’m likely to do when I fall into the icy cold water… and the answer is the complete opposite what I would have thought… Is it possible to mind over matter our bodies into health?    “When your body is aware that it will be exposed to a different environment, it helps you to be better prepared.”-Dr. Sarah Wallace from Casual Space Podcast    About Dr. Sarah: Sarah A. Imam M.D. www.citidel.edu (Health and Human Performance)  Sarah is an Assistant Professor of Health and Human Performance at The Citadel, Military College of South Carolina. She teaches physiology-based classes, including graduate-level Environmental Physiology, which incorporates physiology of microgravity. Her training is in neurology and the neurosciences, and her current research involves the study of physical impact and activity upon the brain. She currently works on glioblastoma research at MUSC and has numerous student-based research projects. Sarah is an advisor of the health professions and has introduced and designed programs to maximize the applicant’s chances of admission. She has developed a pre-health app (patent pending), and she runs one of the top healthcare study abroad program’s in the nation. She will be co-presenting her study abroad work with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) at the National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions (NAAHP) conference in June 2020. Sarah started the Citadel Health Career’s Society, which organizes student volunteering in the community. Sarah was recognized for her work by being the recipient of the 2019 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award, an award for excellence of character and service to humanity. Sarah is a board member of the Southern Association of Advisors for the Health Professions (SAAHP) and a member of The Committee for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) in the NAAHP. Sarah is a member of several associations and has numerous leadership roles.

AAMC Chief Scientific Officer Ross McKinney, Jr., MD, and Arthur R. Derse, MD, JD, FACEP, director of the Medical College of Wisconsin Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities, join AAMC President and CEO David Skorton, MD, in this engaging podcast discussion that explores the emerging clinical guidelines that inform rationing of care and equipment and the inherent challenges of balancing bioethics with health equity.Full transcript available on SimpleCast or via the AAMC's website.Episode GuestsArthur Derse, MD, JD, FACEP, is the director of the Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities in the Institute for Health & Equity, Julia and David Uihlein Chair in Medical Humanities, and Professor of Bioethics and Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Derse is member of the board of the American Society for Law, Medicine and Ethics (ASLME) and of the board of the Association of Bioethics Program Directors (ABPD). He is a member and past chair of the Ethics Committee of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP). He serves on the Administrative Board of the Council for Faculty and Societies (CFAS) of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).Ross McKinney, MD, AAMC Chief Scientific Officer, is an infectious disease specialist and a member of the Duke University faculty for over 30 years. During his time at Duke, he was director of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, vice dean for research at Duke University School of Medicine, and director of the Trent Center for Bioethics, Humanities, and History of Medicine. Dr. McKinney leads the AAMC programs that support medical research and the training of physician-scientists in academic medicine.You Might Be Interested In“A nightmare approaches: Hospitals painfully prepare for life and death decisions” (AAMCNews, April 7, 2020)"The Toughest Triage — Allocating Ventilators in a Pandemic" (New England Journal of Medicine,  March 23, 2020)"If Covid-19 gets bad, triage will be needed. Are we ready for that?" (STAT, March 10, 2020)CreditsHosted by David Skorton, MD, president and CEO of the AAMC; produced by Stephanie Weiner, AAMC manager of digital strategy, and Kathy A. Gambrell, AAMC senior digital content strategist; edited by Laura Zelaya, AAMC production manager.

This week on the Faculty Factory podcast is an interview with R. Kevin Grigsby, MSW, DSW. Dr. Grigsby serves as Senior Director, Member Organizational Development at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).

The late Dr. Allen L. Herron set the pace for black physicians in Milwaukee, especially black men. He’s believed to be the first African American male doctor to practice here. Herron wasn’t a native of Milwaukee but came here in 1900. He practiced until he died at the age of 93 in 1956. In the decades since, black men have followed in his footsteps. But the number of African American physicians isn’t as high as you might expect. For this week’s Beats Me question, one of our listeners wanted to know why. Beats Me: What Questions Do You Have For WUWM's Beat Reporters? Dr. Norma Poll-Hunter was the project lead when the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) in Washington, D.C. studied the issue five years ago. The study looks at things like how many black men applied to medical schools, and how many were accepted. "In terms of matriculation — those that actually entered — in 1978 there were 542 black male matriculants to our MD granting institutions, and then the number in 2014

We’re having a conversation about Medicaid Expansion with Dr. Jeff Bacon, Chief Medical Officer at Banner Health Sterling Regional MedCenter, Miso Lee, Ph.D., a Health Disparities Analyst at the University of Texas Medical Branch, and Carey Rivinius, who holds a degree in Doctor of Nursing Practice and is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner at Jacobson Memorial Hospital and Elgin Community Clinic.  Jeff, Miso and Carey were 2018-2019 Rural Health Fellows with the National Rural Health Association (NRHA), where they focused on Medicaid Expansion, culminating in a Policy Paper presented to and adapted by the NRHA Rural Health Congress. “Rural hospitals and rural clinics are so incredibly important and they serve a great purpose in each community and our nation.” Jeffery Bacon, D.O., is an experienced Family Physician with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital and healthcare industry.  He is skilled in Clinical Research, Medical Education, Pediatrics, Medicine, and Emergency Medicine, and a strong healthcare services professional who graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences. Dr. Wei-Chen “Miso” Lee is a Health Disparities Analyst at The University of Texas Medical Branch. She completed her Ph.D. in Health Services Research (HSR) at Texas A&M Health Science Center. Her research interests lie in the area of rural health, ranging from discovering disparities in health outcomes to promoting workforce development. She is also a state-certified Community Health Worker (CHW) and CHW Instructor. She was honored to be the 2018 National Rural Health Fellow and currently, she serves as editorial board member for the Journal of Rural Health (JRH) as well as the advisory committee member for the Research on Care Community Health Equity Subgroup of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Both doing research and serving in communities allow her to better understand the health issues and make a profound contribution to eliminating health disparities. Carey Rivinius, DNP, FNP-C, is a healthcare provider in Elgin, ND. She practices acute and emergent care at Jacobson Memorial Hospital, a Critical Access Hospital and Level 5 trauma center. She takes call for the emergency department and hospital. She also provides primary care services at the Rural Health Clinic. Carey is a member of the facility’s trauma and stroke committees. She also serves as the Grant County Coroner. She has worked in rural health her entire career. Carey grew up on a ranch near Carson, ND and has lived in the area most of her life. Additionally, Carey is adjunct faculty for the University of Mary DNP program. She is a member of the National Health Service Corps and completed a 2-year service commitment from 2009-2011. Carey received her MSN and FNP degree in 2008 from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND, and her Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree in 2016 from Frontier Nursing University of Hyden, Kentucky.

Darrell G. Kirch, MD, is president and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Dr. Kirch is a psychiatrist and neuroscientist. He has held several, major leadership positions including scientific director at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Learn more about this episode by visiting www.FacultyFactory.org/Blog

Christina Tushman and Shira Kaplan talk about conflict management in medical leadership and medical education. They share their insight working with a large network of medical schools across the country. We talk about the importance of communication for working effectively with teams and succeeding in medicine. Christina Tushman is the Director of Leadership Development for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). She is responsible for creating impactful learning experiences for leaders in Academic Medicine. She leads organizations in the design and development of outcome-oriented learning and performance-based solutions that have achieved measurable results and impact, including a leadership curriculum for a Fortune 50 company which successfully increased employee engagement and retention. Her work in effective learning design was recently recognized by the Association for Talent Development’s Excellence in Practice Award and featured in TD Magazine. Christina has a Master’s degree in Communication from the University of Wisconsin. Shira Kaplan is the Program Manager of Leadership Development at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Shira is responsible for the creation and execution of leadership development programs that provide executives, faculty, and administrators at AAMC’s member institutions with the skills required to lead and transform today’s dynamic academic medical centers. Shira has worked in the field of leadership development for over 16 years and is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis. They recommend a book called, "Becoming a Conflict Competent Leader," by Craig E. Runde and Tim A. Flanagan: https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Conflict-Competent-Leader-Organization/dp/1118370422

Today we’re having a conversation with Andrea Wendling, M.D., Professor of Family Medicine and Director of Rural Medicine Curriculum at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. “Today’s medical students often say, “I want to care for a community. Teach me how to do that.” I think that’s really exciting.” Dr. Wendling completed medical school at the University of Michigan and residency training at Michigan State University’s Grand Rapids Family Medicine Residency Program. After residency, she was an Assistant Director for the residency until 2003, when she moved to Northern Michigan to practice rural medicine. Dr. Wendling is Director of the Rural Community Health Program, a rural training program for MSU-CHM medical students, and the Rural Premedical Internship Program, a pipeline program for undergraduate students interested in rural medicine. She has received many teaching awards including MSU-CHM’s Arnold P. Gold Humanism Award, Outstanding Community Volunteer Faculty Award, and most recently, the Rural Professional of the Year Award from the Michigan Center for Rural Health. Dr. Wendling has served on the editorial board for the Family Medicine journal since 2004, including Editor of the Dedicated Issue on Rural Health (2010), and Assistant Editor for the journal since 2013. She is also a founding Associate Editor of Peer-Reviewed Reports in Medical Education and Research (PRIMER). She participates on rural workforce research groups for the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) and Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and has presented and published in the areas of medical education and the rural health workforce. Dr. Wendling lives in rural Northern Michigan, with her husband and four wonderful kids. When her family is not having adventures traveling the world they can be found playing bluegrass music, camping, or skiing and snowmobiling around Northern Michigan.

Why Should Medical School Take Four Years? [Show Summary] Dr. Deborah Powell believes that a competency-based medical education can be just as effective if not more so than the traditional four-year model that has been in existence for over 100 years. She has been testing that theory with an innovative program called EPAC (Education Across the Continuum in Pediatrics), where four medical students per year are selected to progress through a competency-based program and move on to residency at the same medical school once they have proven they have acquired those competencies. The program currently has two groups of residents moving through, and once they finish their residency Dr. Powell aims to show that these residents are just as successful as those with the highest board scores. Interview with Dr. Deborah Powell, Dean Emerita of the University of Minnesota Medical School [Show Notes] Our guest today is Dr. Deborah Powell, Dean Emerita of the University of Minnesota Medical School and professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the University of Minnesota Medical School. At the University of Minnesota, Dr. Powell instituted the medical school’s Flexible M.D. program, an individualized model of medical education designed to be more adaptable to students’ career and learning goals. Dr. Powell served as chair of the AAMC Board of Directors from 2009-10 and was the first female chair of the AAMC Council of Deans in 2004. She is currently working on a pilot study of a new, competency-based model for training medical students who want to go into pediatrics that combines undergrad and medical education. This model is currently being tested in four US medical schools including the University of Minnesota. Dr. Powell, let’s start with the basics. Why do you want to move away from the 4-year model, which has been in existence for about 100 years? What’s wrong with it? [2:03] Intrinsically there is nothing wrong with it, but nobody has ever said four years is necessary for a medical school education. It was proposed first by Abraham Flexner after a model in use by many US medical schools at the time which had two years of basic science followed by two years of medical education. No one has ever proven that amount of time is needed to complete a medical education and move to residency training. There have been several examples of three year medical schools. There was a famous one back in the 70s when the fed government felt we didn’t have enough doctors, so the four years was crammed into three years and it didn’t work out very well. The main point is that everybody learns at different paces – some people need more time, and some people need less. I am not a big fan of time-based education, I think it should be more about flexible medical education that is competency-based. What is a competency-based model? [4:28] The idea is that you would have a defined set of competencies which could be knowledge, skills, attitude, or all of the above that students would be expected to achieve at a specific level of achievement, at which point they would be deemed ready for the next stage of their education. With that kind of a model you can allow some flexibility, because students will achieve competencies faster or slower than others. The problem is that we currently live in a time-based medical education system, and a competency-based system should be time-variable, moving when you are ready. What competencies would you like to see? [6:17] The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) a few years ago developed 13 core competencies for medical students, which they said were necessary for students to move from medical school to residency, and they include things like developing a differential diagnosis for a patient who comes in with a certain set of symptoms and being able to interpret laboratory tests, and they are now testing those competencies in medical schools around the country,

Listen NowResearch published by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) this past April estimated the US could see a shortage of up to 120,000 physicians by 2030.  AAMC estimates the shortage would be particularly acute in primary care, i.e., upwards of 50,000 primary care physicians would be needed.   The primary care shortage is already acute.  The federal Health Research and Services Administration (HRSA) estimates there are currently over 5,900 Primary Care Shortage Areas (PCSAs) in the US.  The current and future physician shortage would be dramatically worse if not for the approximately 250,000 foreign-trained physicians currently practicing in the US, a disproportionate percent of whom are primary care practitioners and work in under-served communities.  Despite the critical role these physicians play (and the quality of care they provide), foreign-trained medical school graduates face substantial barriers, particularly under the current administration, in obtaining residencies, qualifying academically to train and practice in the US, and in obtaining requisite visas.    During this 25 minute conversation Mr. Simon discusses, in part, AUA's programming and student demographics, the contribution foreign-trained students make in the US health care market, again, particularly in primary care and in under-served areas, and the barriers foreign-trained students, moreover foreign-trained and non-US citizens, face in obtaining medical residencies and licensing, moreover in obtaining visas,  in order to train and practice in the US. Mr. Neal Simon is the President and C0-Founder of American University of Antigua (AUA) College of Medicine.  After graduating from New York School of Law in 1978 Mr. Simon worked as Assistant Counsel at the New York Department of Education and worked as well in private practice specializing in medical licensure.  He taught at the Ross University College of Medicine in the 1990s and served as President of the Ross University from 1992 to 2003.  Mr. Simon has been recognized for his work in medical education by the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin and by Sungshin Women's University.  Mr. Simon has served as Ambassador at Large for Antigua and Barbuda and is presently serving on the advisory board at Florida International University and at Manipal University.For information on AUA's College of Medicine go to: https://www.auamed.org/.The report by the American Immigration Council's "Foreign-Trained Doctors Are Critical to Serving Many US Communities," noted during this podcast is at: https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/research/foreign-trained-doctors-are-critical-serving-many-us-communities.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thehealthcarepolicypodcast.com

What goes into medical school? How hard is it to get in? And once you do get in, what is it like?Jason is a fourth year med student currently interviewing for residency positions. He gives a glimpse of life as a med student from classroom study to the sleepless rigor of third year rotations. He discusses what spurred his decision to apply for medical school and shares his thoughts on an array of topics including why pre-clinical is like eating a ton of pancakes every day and why having a fear of blood should not dissuade you from medical school.If you are interested in learning more about medical school, especially medical schools in the United States, Jason recommends visiting the website for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) where you can find further information and road maps for applying to, entering, and graduating from medical school.Additional Information:A Planning Guide to Med School in America: https://students-residents.aamc.org/

By 2025, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) predicts a shortage of as many as 90,000 physicians of all ethnicities. What accounts for racial disparities in the field of medicine? That’s the question being considered on today’s edition of HearSay with Mekbib Gemeda, Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) and Dowin Boatright, author of “Racial Disparities in Medical Student Membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.” Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP Dr. Brian McDonough welcomes Dr. Atul Grover, MD, PhD, Chief Public Policy Officer for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) to discuss the looming physician shortage in the US and what needs to be done now to positively impact that shortage ten years down the road.

As the health care landscape evolves in the coming years, how will academic medicine adapt? And what do these tectonic shifts in health policy mean for medical students? This week on History & Physical, we’re joined by Dr. Atul Grover, the Chief Public Policy Officer of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Dr. Grover leads the public policy, strategy and outreach efforts that advance the work of the academic medicine community. He talks about the pact made between the government and academic medical centers to support medical graduate training, why so much innovation can come from medical colleges, and what students can do to advocate for their future. The post Interview with Dr. Atul Grover appeared first on in-Training.

Dr. Carol Aschenbrener joined the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) in April 2004 after nearly 30 years as a medical school faculty member and administrator. She has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, focusing on the implementation of the AAMC's strategic priorities and alignment of resources to ensure internal coordination of AAMC programs. In 2011 she assumed oversight of Medical Education, which spans the continuum of physician education and includes Interprofessional Education, MedEdPORTAL and a series of initiatives aimed at leveraging integration of a competency-based framework for the continuum of  formation of physicians. She has extensive executive experience including nine years in various Dean's Office positions at The University of Iowa College of Medicine and four years as Chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She is the first woman ever to head the medical center at a public educational institution. In this interview, Dr. Aschenbrener provides insights into several issues at the core of physician education and workforce discussions, as well as on other relevant topics including the aging population and the ACA.

Dr. Kirch presents his keynote speech from PRIME 2012 in Louisville, KY. Dr. Kirch is President and CEO, American Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).

Slides for Dr. Kirch's keynote speech from PRIME 2012 in Louisville, KY. Dr. Kirch is President and CEO, American Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Darrell G. Kirch, MD, President and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) discusses The Future of Academic Medicine