Clinician Researcher

May 31 2024

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All clinicians can succeed in research; yet, clinicians often lack the tools and mentoring needed for research success. Despite a decade or more of training, clinicians spend little time acquiring research skills. Yet, research skills are needed to turn clinical observations into research breakthroughs. This need drives the Clinician Researcher podcast. It exists to help clinicians succeed as research leaders. Here on the Clinician Researcher podcast, clinicians acquire the skills and mindset tools to turn frontline clinical observations into research that is impactful and actionable. For every clinician who imagines more for themselves and their patients, welcome to the podcast that helps you lead the research program of your dreams.

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Pursue change before it gets you

May 31 2024 18 mins

In today's episode, we discuss the importance of pursuing change before it forces itself upon you. Key Points Discussed:Change is Inevitable: Change happens whether we acknowledge it or not, and every generation faces its own set of changes.Comfort is an Illusion: What feels comfortable now will eventually become uncomfortable as change happens in the background.Change Will Catch U

Lessons learned from being very busy

May 26 2024 26 mins

Today, on the Clinician Researcher podcast, we discuss the lessons you can learn from being very busy. Some helpful lessons are the following:Priorities become clear. When you have a lot to juggle, your true priorities become evident. Low priorities fall to the bottom . Busy periods help you realize what you don't prioritize.The limits of your sanity are revealed. Busy periods test

Mentorship across disciplines with President Toyin Tofade

May 24 2024 47 mins

In this episode of the Clinician Researcher Podcast, host Toyosi Onwuemene sits down with Dr. Toyin Tofade, President of Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Dr. Tofade shares her journey from pharmacist to president, discussing the importance of mentorship and sponsorship across disciplines. This insightful conversation explores the value of building a diverse network o

7 skills you may not have learned in medical training

May 19 2024 34 mins

In this episode of the Clinician Researcher Podcast, we shed light on 7 skills that are often overlooked in medical training butKey Points Discussed:Scholarship and Research:The necessity of engaging in scholarship to stay updated with evolving medical evidence.The importance of both consuming and contributing to research.The value of partnering with experienced researchers for tho

Making it up as you go

May 16 2024 25 mins

Have you ever looked at someone senior and tried to pattern your life after them? What you may not have realized is that they did not create the life they now live. They mostly stepped into opportunity when it came before them. They simply made it up as they went along and you should consider doing the same.Key Points Discussed:The common occurrence of mentorship challenges..Embrac

Choose to live differently

May 13 2024 26 mins

If we conform to the expectations of our culture, we may end up living life below our full potential. We can recognize our true potential if we choose to live differently. In this episode, we discuss the following:Challenging Cultural Expectations: The importance of recognizing cultural expectations and choosing a path that aligns with one's aspirations, even if it goes against the

Ask yourself these 7 questions about money

May 09 2024 29 mins

We might be academics; but our financial health is still important. In today's episode, we discuss 7 key questions to take control of your financial present and future.Key Points Discussed:Understand how you earn money.Identify the areas in which you work for free vs. working for pay.Consider your long-term financial goals.Explore strategies to reach your financial goals sooner.Add

Finding Joy in Academia with Dr. Leonor Corsino

May 06 2024 36 mins

Dr. Leonor Corsino is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Medicine (Tenure), Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition, and Population Health Sciences. She is an adult Endocrinologist. Dr. Corsino's research focuses on diabetes, obesity, and related complications and health disparities, with a particular interest in Hispanic/Latino populations. In this episode, D

Tell the story of your research impact with Dr. Beth Blackwood

May 02 2024 40 mins

Beth Blackwood is a Research & Education Librarian at the Medical Center Library & Archives at Duke University, where she serves as the Lead for Research Impact and the Liaison to the Duke Global Health Institute. In this episode, Dr. Blackwood discusses how to measure the impact of your scholarly work beyond traditional metrics like the H index.Key Points Discussed:Underst

Creating intrinsic value and worth

Apr 28 2024 19 mins

Welcome to the Clinician Researcher Podcast. Today's episode delves into the crucial topic of recognizing intrinsic value and worth. Reflecting on personal experiences, this discussion highlights the importance of self-worth in professional settings.Key Points Discussed:Navigating Professional Challenges: A conversation with a medical student attending her first conference undersco