In this last episode of the year 2023, we take a reflective journey. As we recall the past year, we celebrate personal and professional growth, mentoring triumphs, and the power of carving unconventional paths in academia.

Key Points Discussed:

• Embracing Growth: The journey from clinician to researcher is marked by significant personal evolution.
• Mentoring Success: In celebrating the win of helping mentees succeed, we can support the research journeys of others.
• Owning Expertise: Overcoming imposter syndrome and acknowledging qualifications despite not fitting traditional molds.
• Embracing Unconventional Paths: Exploring opportunities to guide and mentor beyond conventional means.
• The Power of Rest and Reflection: Recognizing the need for both rest and introspection.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Clinician Researcher Podcast: ClinicianResearcherPodcast.com
• Email: [email protected]
• Connect on LinkedIn

Call to Action:

As you embark on the new year, take a moment to reflect on your own growth and aspirations. Consider subscribing to the Clinician Researcher Podcast for more insightful discussions on career evolution in academia.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

Dr. Eman Metwally is a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Epidemiology at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. She earned her MD-PhD degree from Alexandria University in Egypt and has 2 master degrees -- Biomedical informatics and clinical research. Dr. Metwally's research interests lie at the intersection of cancer epidemiology and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases.

In this episode, Dr. Metwally shares her inspiring journey from seasoned pulmonary and critical care clinician to avid research scientist.

Key Points Discussed:

• Clinical Insights vs. Research Goals: Dr. Metwally highlights the importance of understanding clinical experiences and effectively communicating the need for refined disease classifications in research.
• Collaboration Dynamics: The intricacies of collaboration between clinicians and researchers and the need for mutual understanding and patience.
• Learning from Varied Perspectives: The importance of seeking diverse viewpoints, using visualization tools, and involving stakeholders to enrich research perspectives.

Call to Action:

Explore opportunities to bridge the gap between clinical expertise and research methodologies in your field. Seek diverse perspectives and engage in collaborative efforts to enhance patient care and medical advancements.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

You could look for the perfect mentor or become the mentor you never had. In this episode, we discuss finding and engaging in mentorship relationships. We specifically focus on opportunities to mentor others.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Looking Behind: Supporting those a few steps behind in career progression.
2. Peer Mentoring: Leveraging relationships with peers or near-peers.
3. Learning from Senior Mentors: The value of "mentoring up" and contributing to more experienced mentors.
4. Establishing Equal Relationships: The importance of mutual respect.
5. Promoting Win-Win Mentorship: Encouraging mentorship relationships that benefit both parties.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Website: Clinician Researcher Podcast - Reach out for coaching or share experiences in transitioning from clinician to researcher.

Call to Action:

Find someone to mentor today. Embrace the opportunity to share knowledge and empower the next generation. Visit the Clinician Researcher Podcast website to connect and share your journey.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

Finding the right mentor to lead your career is critical. But who is qualified to take on the leadership you need? This episode explores the complexities of mentorship and the need to step up to be the leader that you need to lead your career,

Key Points Discussed:

• Authentic Care: Importance of a career leaders who is genuinely invested in your success.
• Unveiling Unseen Potential: Necessity for your career leader to recognize your potential where you might not see it yourself.
• Navigating Ups and Downs: Significance of leaders supporting you through both your triumphs and challenges.
• Facing the Leadership Reality: Acknowledgment of the rarity of finding an all-encompassing ideal mentor, prompting self-leadership in career development.

Call to Action:

Reflect on nurturing your own leadership qualities so that you can step up to take ownership of your own career advancement.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

How do you advance your scholarship when there are so many requirements tying you to patient-facing activities only. This episode explores navigating expectations of your academic medical center while prioritizing personal well-being and professional growth.

Key Points Discussed:

• Recognizing the dichotomy of expectations in academic medical centers: balancing patient care, education, and scholarly contributions.
• Understanding that institutional systems often lack a focus on individual needs and well-being.
• Empowerment through personal leadership in managing workload and prioritizing self-care.
• Leveraging mentors for guidance when navigating institutional barriers.
• Crafting a career that aligns with personal goals while meeting institutional expectations.

Call to Action:

Creatively assess any institutional requirements that may hinder personal well-being or growth. Find solutions that align with your needs and foster a supportive work environment.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

Leila Ledbetter is research & education librarian at the Duke University Medical Center Library and the library liaison to the Duke University School of Nursing. As a research specialist, Leila works with faculty, staff and students to provide library services such as: systematic reviews of the literature; classes on evidence-based practice, resources and tools; and research consultations.

In this episode, Leila educates us about the intricacies of systematic reviews. Systematic reviews may seem straightforward; but our conversation with Laila shows us that it is far more complex than it appears.

Key Points Discussed:

• Understanding Systematic Reviews: The misconception about the simplicity of conducting a systematic review—beyond just literature search, it requires meticulous planning and methodology.
• Time and Effort: The effort invested in systematic reviews is substantial. Teams typically require six months to a year for completion. The volume of articles to screen, read, and analyze contributes significantly to the timeline.
• Importance of a Team: A team of two or more individuals is essential, with a librarian being a valuable asset for precise literature searches.
• Developing a Protocol: A systematic review's roadmap, known as the protocol, outlines the process, data collection, and analysis methods.
• Collaboration with Librarians: The librarian's role extends beyond conducting searches. They assist in refining research questions, retrieving articles, and handling language barriers within the literature.

Call to action:

In your next systematic review, engage the help of a librarian.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

Many clinicians in academia experience financial challenges. However, financial concerns are often not talked about. In this episode, we discuss the financial challenges often faced in academic medicine.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Choosing the Long Game
2. Becoming a Thought Leader
3. Differentiating Wants from Needs
4. Diversifying Income Streams
5. Embracing Relaxation to tap into creativity

Call to Action:

Share this episode and join future discussions to explore strategies for financial growth within academia.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

When you don't have an abstract to present at your annual meeting, it can feel stressful. You may also feel judged by your mentors and peers. However, the benefits of the annual meeting go beyond abstract presentations alone. In this episode, we explore the multitude of opportunities, including connections, learning, and exploring new ideas.

Key Points Discussed:

• The broader significance of annual meetings.
• The value of connections with diverse stakeholders.
• Unique and diverse learning opportunities.
• Enjoying time away
• Gaining new ideas and perspectives.

Call to Action:

As you prepare for your next annual meeting, consider the wealth of opportunities beyond presenting. Embrace the chance to connect, learn, rejuvenate, and explore new ideas to enrich your experience.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

To save physician lives, it may be time to re-evaluate our approach to our careers. Only in doing the necessary work of deep contemplation can we avoid the inevitable crash that often accompanies the relentless pace of medicine. In this episode, Dr. Onwuemene encourages proactive measures to reshape one's career for a healthier, sustainable future.

Key Points Discussed:

1. The Urgency of Proactivity: Emphasizing the importance of reevaluating one's career path before reaching a crisis point.
2. The Illusion of Normalcy: Questioning the belief that perpetual busyness and stress are inherent to a medical career.
3. Deep Introspection: Advocating for honest reflection away from the normative expectations in medicine.
4. Reforming Career Priorities: Identifying what aspects of the current career are valuable and which can be discarded for a healthier work-life balance.

Call to Action:

Share this episode with colleagues who might benefit from a thoughtful reflection on their career path. Take time for introspection; and contemplate what changes can be made to create a healthier and more fulfilling career.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.

Many researchers, who were otherwise happy with their lives, find that they are not immune to the "Annual Meeting Blues" -- the emotional challenges clinician scientists face at conference. This episode delves into the illusion of comparison and emphasizes the importance of valuing personal achievements independent of others.

Key Points Discussed:

• Understanding the illusion of comparison and its impact on one's mindset.
• Recognizing the value of personal work irrespective of others' achievements.
• Embracing a long-term perspective and understanding the transient nature of conference experiences.
• Finding joy in reconnecting with colleagues, making new connections, and exploring the local environment..

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• "The Gap and the Gain" by Dr. Benjamin Hardy and Ron Sullivan
• Book recommendation: "10X is Easier Than 2X" by Dr. Benjamin Hardy and Ron Sullivan

Call to Action:

Reflect on personal achievements and the value of your work. Embrace the long-term journey rather than fixating on immediate comparisons. Share this episode with someone who might benefit from overcoming the Annual Meeting Blues.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their academic and research endeavors.