Dr. Mary Leung is a board-certified physician in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology. She is also a certified life coach who is passionate about serving physicians who are stressed, overwhelmed and burned out.

In this episode, Dr. Leung delve into essential strategies for clinicians seeking to strike a balance between clinical work and personal aspirations. Dr. Leung shares insights and techniques that empower clinicians to manage their workload effectively.

Key Points Discussed:

• Workload Management: Dr. Leung highlights the importance of starting the day with a positive mindset and setting achievable goals for finishing tasks on time.
• Focus and Task Prioritization: Dr. Leung emphasizes the significance of being focused on one task at a time and avoiding constant interruptions.
• Setting Boundaries: Addressing the challenge of being constantly available and discussing the importance of establishing clear boundaries for work hours.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Mary Leung's website
• Email: [email protected]

Call to Action:

Connect with Dr. Mary Long through her website or social media profiles to explore her one-on-one physician coaching program and discover strategies for achieving a better work-life balance.

Systems can be so frustrating that we will stop at nothing to change them. But are we ready to take on the gargantuan task of attempting to change them? In this episode, we discuss how to manage frustration within various systems.

Key Points Discussed:

• The realization that individual power may not facilitate substantial changes.
• Acknowledging the functionality of systems despite apparent dysfunctions.
• Identifying personal priorities and goals.
• Setting a reasonable time frame for interventions and initiatives.
• Embracing the possibility of quitting a crusade when efforts do not yield desired changes.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Simone's maxims
• Sign up for the upcoming webinar on dealing with research mentorship challenges at clinicianresearcherpodcast.com or coagcoach.com.

Call to Action:

Share this episode with someone facing frustrations in navigating different systems, aiming to support and inspire clinician scientists in their journeys.

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 do you decide it is time to cut your losses? In this episode Toyosi Onwuemene discusses how to recognize when it's time to let go.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Recognizing Lost Joy: Understanding the moment when joy diminishes in a pursuit or commitment, signaling the need for reevaluation.
2. When It No Longer Serves You: Acknowledging when a project or commitment has outlived its purpose.
3. External Enthusiasm: Evaluating situations where enthusiasm comes primarily from external sources rather than personal passion or interest.
4. Cost of Staying vs. Leaving: Comparing opportunity cost of sticking with something versus letting go.
5. Identity and Letting Go: Addressing the challenge of closely associating one's identity with a project or role and the necessity of embracing change beyond that identity.

Call to Action:

Join the upcoming webinar titled "When You Can't Find a Research Mentor" on December 20th at noon, hosted by the Clinician Researcher Podcast. Sign up at www.coagcoach.com or ClinicianResearcherPodcast.com to gain insights into navigating research without a mentor. Share this valuable resource with someone who might benefit.

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.

Burnout is ever present among us. However, what can we do to avoid it? In this episode, Toyosi Onwuemene presents unconventional yet effective methods to combat burnout, emphasizing a shift in perspective and self-directed empowerment.

Key Points Discussed:

• Recognizing the high tolerance for stress and dysfunction within medical environments.
• Understanding personal limitations and relinquishing the futile quest to control external factors.
• Focusing on self-improvement and cultivating one's circle of influence.
• Choosing to redirect energy towards personal growth rather than attempting to change the environment.
• The power of giving people a pass and knowing when it's time to step away from toxic situations.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Webinar on December 20th at noon: "When you can't find a research Mentor."

Call to Action:

Join the upcoming webinar on December 20th to gain insights on succeeding even without a mentor. Share this episode with others and consider subscribing for more valuable content.

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.

Why do people wait until there is something unpleasant to do before asking you to be a team player? In this episode, we explore the challenges faced by clinicians navigating the complexities of academic expectations.

A thought-provoking perspective on the importance of intentional decision-making, this episode encourages listeners to reevaluate their roles within their academic teams.

Key Points Discussed:

• Defining the objectives within academia: scholarship, patient care, education, and administration.
• Balancing clinical duties with advancing scholarly pursuits
• The potential impact of taking on additional non-academic work on scholarship.
• The strategy of inducing guilt that encourages individuals to take on tasks that may not progress their careers.
• Encouraging individuals to assess whether the academic game aligns with their personal values and goals.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Simone's maxims

Call to Action:

Reflect on the roles you're asked to play within your academic journey. Ensure alignment with your personal aspirations and contribution recognition within your academic team. Share this episode with someone who would benefit from this perspective.

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. Theresa Coles is a health outcomes methodologist with a focus on measuring and evaluating patient-reported outcomes. In this episode, Dr. Coles explores the nuances of patient reported outcome measures; the challenges in choosing and validating measurement tools; and the significance of collaboration between clinicians and measurement experts.

Key Points Discussed:

• Understanding the nuances of patient reported outcome measures.
• Validity evidence and its importance in using measurement tools for specific populations.
• Differentiating between clinical trial and clinical care uses of measurement tools.
• The role of health measurement experts in enhancing research rigor and improving patient outcomes.
• Funding opportunities beyond NIH for health measurement research.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• NIH
• FDA Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
• PCORI (Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute)
• AHRQ (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality)

Call to Action:

Reach out to a health measurement expert for guidance in selecting and validating measurement tools for your clinical research.

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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.

Attending your society's annual meetings is important for your professional development. But how do you navigate it? In this episode, we share strategies to optimize your annual meeting experience.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Plan to Attend: Whether or not you are presenting a meeting abstract, plan to attend your annual meeting.
2. Have a Plan: Develop a meeting plan that aligns with your personal objectives.
3. Create a Schedule: Create a flexible schedule so that you can navigate conflicting events and prioritize your meeting objectives.
4. Connect with Colleagues: Reconnecting with old friends and colleagues can lead to synergistic collaborations.
5. Network organically: Leverage your old friends for organic networking. Established relationships can lead to new connections.

Call to Action:

Attend our upcoming webinar on mentorship challenges

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Webinar on "When you can't find a research mentor" on December 20th
• Podcast website for engagement via voicemails or DMs

Our journey through our medical careers is long. We don't want to wait until the end to reap the rewards. We want to enjoy the journey today. For this reason, we should pursue our outside interests; not defer them. This episode emphasizes the importance of creating space for pursuits beyond professional endeavors.

Key Points Discussed:

• Long-Term Perspective: A career in medicine or research is a marathon, not a sprint. Pace yourself.
• Identity Beyond Career: Beyond your professional role in medicine is an amazing identity. Explore and nurture the varied aspects of your life beyond the confines of your medical career.
• Finite Nature of the Journey: As we lose colleagues and friends along the way, we are reminded that life is finite. Seize the present and make sure your journey is meaningful.

Call to Action:

Share how your experiences of how your personal interests outside medicine have enriched your professional lives.

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.

For clinicians, the end of medical training marks the beginning of professional and career development. And for clinicians who want to lead research programs, this episode explores some helpful resources to aid the journey.

Key Points Discussed:

• Subspecialty-Specific Workshops: Specialized workshops in niche subspecialty areas can be a helpful starting point.
• NIH Grants and Awards: NIH-specific awards like the Diversity Supplement and NHK 12 award are helpful in providing protected time.
• Broad Career Development Seminars: There are many programs that serve a broad range of physicians. These include the AAMC Faculty Leadership Development Seminar and C-CHANGE . These programs help reshape career perspectives.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Hemostasis and Thrombosis Research Society Trainee Workshop
• Hematology Fellows Consortium
• ASH Clinical Research Training Institute
• NIH Diversity Supplement
• NHK 12 Award
• AAMC Minority Faculty Leadership Development Seminar
• C CHANGE from Brandeis University

Call to Action:

This week, explore diverse career development opportunities aligned with your research interests and career goals.

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 transform your work environment, start with transforming yourself. In today's episode, we discuss practical steps to catalyze these transformations.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Recognizing Personal Agency: Acknowledge the decisions and hard work that has led to your current slate of professional achievements. You have already achieved the impossible and you can and will do it again.
2. Embracing Inner Power: Appreciate the immense personal power you have, thus far, harnessed to overcome obstacles. Recognize that it remains available to you.
3. Understanding Power Limitations: Acknowledge that personal determination primarily influences our actions. It has limitations in affecting others' behaviors.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Clinical Researcher Podcast website: clinicianresearcherpodcast.com
• Coag Coach website: coagcoach.com

Call to Action:

Share this episode with at least one colleague. Reflect on your journey and recognize the immense personal power possessed to drive positive change.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information: For coaching or guidance, reach out via Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn. Share this episode with a colleague and stay tuned for more empowering content.

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.