In this episode of SBM's Buzz in Behavioral Medicine, Dr. Monica Baskin, a prominent figure in community based participatory research (CBPR), shares her journey from being an undergrad at Emory University to holding leadership roles at University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, and SBM. Delve into her insights on the evolution of her career, the impact of personal grief and loss, and her pivotal work in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Dr. Baskin shares advice on respecting diversity, being intentional about inclusion, and dealing with the physical and mental toll of being “the first” or “the only” in a room.

Key Takeaways:

• Stressing the importance of diverse, multidisciplinary teams, and shared decision making in community based research. 
• The importance of DEI in shaping the future of behavioral medicine and public health.
• Strategies for effective leadership and fostering diversity and inclusion in academic and research settings.
• Career advice for early-, mid-, and senior-stage professionals in the field.

Tune into this episode to explore Dr. Baskin's impactful work and gain inspiration for your own career in behavioral medicine.

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Special Thanks to our production team and Jay Conner of Jaybird Media for his skillful work in compiling and editing the audio and video for the Buzz in Behavioral Medicine: Season 2 podcast series.