Archived Professional Development Events
2026
Promotion and Tenure Panel - Friday, January 30, 2026
During this one-hour webinar attendees will get to hear from a panel of faculty who recently completed the P&T process. The panelist will discuss their experience going through the P&T process and then address any questions attendees may have.
Topics may include:
- Overview of the P&T process
- How to finalize your personal statement
- How to ensure your CV remains up to date
- How to improve grant writing
Panelists:
Eliza Beal, M.D. - Associate Professor in the department of Surgery
Rhonda Dailey, M.D. - Associate Professor in the department of Family Medicine & Public Health Sciences
Heather Gibson, Ph.D. - Associate Professor in the department of Oncology
Arash Javanbakht, M.D. - Professor in the department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neurosciences
Reimagining Leadership in Academic Medicine in Times of Uncertainty - Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The symposium will take place on Tuesday March 10th from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m with special guest speaker Nancy Spector, M.D.This session explores current challenges and trends affecting the clinical and academic healthcare workforce. Participants will examine factors that support career success and will apply practical strategies for career planning and leadership development across the various stages of an academic medical career.
Guest Speaker:
Nancy Spector, M.D., Dr. Spector, MD, is a Professor of Pediatrics and serves at the Drexel University College of Medicine (DUCOM) as Executive Director of the Hedwig van Ameringen Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine® (ELAM) program, a part-time year-long, national leadership fellowship program for faculty in academic medicine, dentistry, public health, and pharmacy and as Executive Director of the Executive Leadership in Health Care (ELH) program for leaders in hospital and health care systems.
Artificial Intelligence: Foundations and Collaborative Opportunities - Thursday, March 26, 2026
This webinar introduces the foundational principles underlying modern artificial intelligence and machine learning, clarifying how contemporary AI systems learn from data through optimization, layered representations, and large-scale computation. The session distinguishes between statistical pattern recognition and domain-informed inference, highlighting both the capabilities and limitations of current AI approaches in high-stakes research settings.
Guest Speaker:
Hengguang Li, Ph.D, Dr. Hengguang Li is Professor and Chair of Mathematics at Wayne State University and Director of the Institute for AI and Data Science (AiDaS).
Clearing the Smoke: Evidence-Based Perspectives on Cannabis in Pregnancy - Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Join a multidisciplinary panel of experts for an interactive, evidence-based discussion on cannabis use during pregnancy, including ongoing research at WSU and opportunities for participants to get involved.
Moderator:
Sonia S. Hassan, M.D., MBA, Dr. Hassan is Associate Vice-President at Wayne State University (WSU), a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and the Founding Director of the Office of Women's Health at WSU.
Panelists:
Leslie Lundahl, Ph.D., Dr. Lundahl is a Professor in the Substance Addiction Research Division in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Hillary Marusak, Ph.D., Dr. Marusak is a developmental neuroscientist and tenured Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Biyyiah Strickland, MSN, RN, Ms. Strickland, MSN, RN is a Jonas Scholar and PhD student at Wayne State University College of Nursing, with more than 15 years of nursing experience.
No Trigger Warnings: Navigating Trauma Exposure in Clinical Care - Monday, May 18, 2026
Special guest speaker Miriam Engstrom, PsyD, LP, will talk on secondary trauma and the emotional impact of caring for others. Dr. Engstrom will discuss how clinicians and caregivers often encounter powerful stories of trauma in their work - and how, unlike in movies or media, our patients do not come with trigger warnings. She will explore strategies for recognizing and managing secondary trauma, maintaining empathy without burnout, and caring for ourselves while caring for others.
Guest Speaker:
Miriam Engstrom, PsyD, LP has experience working with adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples, both in the United States and abroad. She is trained in several therapeutic approaches, including Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioral, and Client-Centered therapies, and has additional training in bipolar disorders, substance use disorders, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), crisis intervention, and is an EMDR-certified therapist.
Digital Inclusion in Cancer Care - Tuesday, May 19, 2026
In this 1-hour presentation, participants will explore how digital inclusion shapes cancer care and outcomes, with a focus on populations disadvantaged by disparities. The session will also outline approaches to close the digital divide and advance digital health equity.
Guest Speaker:
Hayley S. Thompson, Ph.D., is a professor in the Department of Oncology at Wayne State University. She is the Associate Center Director for Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) at Karmanos Cancer Institute (KCI), a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and established the Karmanos Office of Community Outreach and Engagement. Dr. Thompson is a clinical psychologist whose research addresses racial disparities in cancer care and outcomes, including cancer survivorship. As a behavioral scientist, Dr. Thompson has received research funding as a principal investigator (PI) from the NCI, Agency for Healthcare Quality and Research (AHRQ), American Cancer Society (ACS), and the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), as well as multiple philanthropic foundations.
Team Science from the Inside Out: Mental Models, Shared Language and High-Performance Teams - Wednesday, June 3, 2026
This session explores the science behind what makes collaborative research teams thrive, drawing on two frameworks — Burkus's model of high-performing teams and our visualized shared mental modeling framework for interdisciplinary teams solving complex problems in healthcare. Participants will leave with practical tools for strengthening team communication, building psychological safety, and developing a shared conceptual language across disciplinary boundaries.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Inas Khayal is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Oncology, Industrial and Systems Engineering, and Computer Science at Wayne State University, and an Adjunct Associate Professor at The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice at Dartmouth College. Her career has been driven by one goal — improving outcomes for people living with chronic disease — a problem that required crossing multiple disciplinary boundaries. She began inside the clinic, using MRI to characterize brain tumors. When clinical efforts couldn't improve outcomes alone, she expanded outward — capturing biomedical, social, and environmental signals in real-world living environments through IoT-enabled living labs. When neither setting alone was sufficient, she integrated both — treating healthcare delivery itself as a complex, dynamic, socio-technical system to be understood, measured, and redesigned. She leads the Sustainable Health Lab, where engineers, clinicians, and data scientists collaborate across disciplinary boundaries, applying systems engineering and data science to health services research challenges, including quality measurement, health equity, and chronic care delivery. Her research on interdisciplinary team science, including her co-authored framework on Visualized Shared Mental Modeling, emerges directly from her own practice of building teams across medicine, engineering, and social science to solve problems no single discipline could solve alone.
2025
WIMS Meet and Greet - Thursday, January 30, 2025
Please join our special guests President Kimberly Andrews Espy and Provost Laurie Lazon Clabo, along with the leaders of the Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS) group at the Wayne State University School of Medicine, for this unique opportunity to meet and mingle with your colleagues and learn more about the resources and opportunities WIMS offers.
Guest Speakers:
Kimberly Andrews Espy, Ph.D., is the 13th president of Wayne State University. She began serving in this role on Aug. 1, 2023, and was formally installed by the Wayne State Board of Governors during an investiture ceremony on March 18, 2024.
Laurie Lauzon Clabo, Ph.D. serves as Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at Wayne State University. As Chief Academic Officer, Provost Clabo has direct responsibility for WSU’s 13 schools and colleges and oversees all matters related to the instructional mission of the university, student performance and retention, and academic personnel policies and decisions.
Promotion and Tenure Panel - Wednesday, February 26, 2025
During this one-hour webinar attendees will get to hear from a panel of faculty who recently completed the P&T process. The panelist will discuss their experience going through the P&T process and then address any questions attendees may have.
Speed Mentoring - Thursday, February 27, 2025
The Speed Mentoring event provides junior faculty with an opportunity to meet face-to-face with mentors/senior faculty members (many of whom have served on the School of Medicine Promotion & Tenure committee) to provide assistance and guidance for their career advancement.
WIMS Social Hour - Thursday, March 13, 2025
Take a break, connect with colleagues and enjoy great conversation in a relaxed setting.This is a great opportunity to unwind, network, and build relationships with fellow women in medicine and science.
Whole Health System of Care: A New Paradigm - Wednesday, April 16, 2025
During this one hour webinar attendees will learn about the Whole Person Care Models in the United States and their evolution. Along with the differences and similarities in Integrative Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, Functional Medicine and VHA Whole Health System of Care and the research that supports the implementation of these models.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Whole Person Care models and reasons for their creation.
- Learn about the eight circles of well-being in Whole Health.
- Learn the differences in Integrative Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Whole Health Systems of care.
- Learn about the research to support implementation of Whole Health System of Care.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Harminder Grewal is a physician, educator, and leader in Family Medicine and Integrative Medicine. She currently serves as the Chair of the Department of Family Medicine and Associate Professor at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine.
Leadership Development and Training Panel - Thursday, April 17, 2025
This event will highlight the diverse resources and programs available to foster leadership development. We anticipate a dynamic panel discussion followed by an audience Q&A session.Our panelists will share their experiences with leadership training, discuss the impact of these opportunities on their career, and provide advice for those seeking to grow in their leadership journeys.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the various leadership training opportunities available in medicine and science and evaluate their relevance to professional growth.
- Analyze the impact of leadership development programs on career advancement, decision-making, and professional effectiveness in academic medicine.
- Apply insights from panelists’ leadership experiences to enhance personal leadership skills and foster career progression in academic and clinical settings.
- Engage in reflective discussion to identify individual leadership goals and develop strategies for leveraging mentorship and networking in career development.
Panelist:
Margit Chadwell M.D., F.A.A.F.P., Senior Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Career Development. Speaking on University of Michigan Rudi Ansbacher, Advancing Women in Academic Medicine Leadership Scholars Program.
Anne Messman, M.D., Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education. Speaking on AAMC's GME Leadership Development Program.
Lea Monday, M.D., Assistant Professor in the department of Internal Medicine. Speaking on WE AIM and the AAMC Early Career Program.
Dena Nazer, M.D., Professor of Pediatrics and Course Director for WE AIM. Speaking on WE AIM and WSU Academic Leadership Academy.
Claire Pearson, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.E.P., Professor in the department of Emergency Medicine. Speaking on AMWA Elevate Leadership Program.
How Patient and Physician Race-Based Attitudes Influence Clinical Communication - Wednesday, May 7, 2025
During this session we will 1) describe the science and measurement of implicit bias, 2) demonstrate the specific physician behaviors that have been found to be associated with implicit bias, and 3) provide training on a patient-driven patient-centered communication as a way to mitigate the influence of implicit bias.
Learning Objectives:
- To understand the science and measurement of implicit bias research
- To understand how implicit bias can negatively influence human behavior with a focus on decision making and communication behavior with patients.
- To articulate evidence-based strategies to mitigate the influence of implicit bias on decision making and behavior.
Guest Speaker:
Lauren Hamel, PhD, is an associate professor and scientific member of the Population Studies and Disparities Research Program at the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Hamel is an expert in patient-physician communication, cancer treatment disparities, and in building and testing interventions to improve patient physician communication.
Journey to Promotion and Tenure - Friday, May 9, 2025
This presentation is intended to demystify the Promotion and Tenure Process. By attending this presentation, faculty members will learn how to be effective educational leaders and educational scholars. In addition, faculty members who attend this presentation will learn how to utilize service commitments as educational tools to benefit peers, mentees, and and trainees.
Learning Objectives:
- Outline how the promotion and tenure process enhances faculty members educational, scholarly and service roles
- Identify the requisite factors that help faculty members develop into educational leaders
- Provide a teaching guide to help faculty develop into educational scholars
- Identify service opportunities that help faculty members become nationally recognized as leaders in their educational disciplines
Guest Speaker:
Basim Dubaybo, M.D., is Vice Dean of Faculty Affairs and Professional Development
Dr. Dubaybo has been a member of the School of Medicine faculty since 1987. He has served in the Department of Internal Medicine, and its Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. He also served from 2005 to 2010 as assistant dean for Veterans Affairs for the School of Medicine, as well as chief of the Medical Intensive Care Unit and director of Respiratory Therapy for the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Allen Park. From 2005 to 2010, he was chief of staff for the John D. Dingell Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Brain Health for All: Dismantling Roadblocks to Dementia Care - Tuesday June 10, 2025
In this one hour session speakers will define and present scenarios of dementia related stigma and how it can impact dementia care-seeking, treatment, and use of support services; offer strategies to overcome stigma; and conclude with illustrations of how to address stigma using a hypothetical MENA family as a case study.
Learning Objectives:
- Increase provider-patient engagement regarding memory concerns for individuals over the age of 65.
- Broaden clinicians’ awareness regarding dementia stigma.
- Amplify clinicians’ ability to identify dementia stigma.
- Enhance provider care skills for patients with dementia
- Build proficiency regarding best practices for communicating with dementia patients and their families.
Guest Speakers:
Kristine Ajrouch, Ph.D., is a Research Professor in the Research Center for Group Dynamics at the Institute for Social Research, University of Michigan where she co-directs the Michigan Center for Contextual Factors in Alzheimer’s Disease (MCCFAD).
Navid Seraji-Bozorgzad, M.D., is an associate professor of neurology in the University of Michigan Medical School.
Wassim Tarraf Ph.D., is an Professor of Gerontology at Wayne State University’s Institute of Gerontology and in the Department of Healthcare Sciences.
Human Trafficking: Working Together for Better Identification and Prevention - Monday September 22, 2025
Human trafficking has been increasingly recognized worldwide as a major public health problem. It is a crime based on exploitation of the most vulnerable and marginalized individuals of any community and is a violation of human rights. Children are especially at risk of victimization and may experience considerable physical and mental health consequences. Learners will be able to implement a trauma-informed, rights-based approach to the initial medical evaluation and discuss ways in which health professionals may contribute to a multidisciplinary response to human trafficking. They will be better educated on different aspects of human trafficking and will be able to prevent, identify, and obtain resources for victims.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the various types and venues of human trafficking in Michigan and the United States.
- Identify potential victims of human trafficking within healthcare settings.
- Recognize warning signs of human trafficking in both adult and minor patients.
- List available resources for reporting suspected cases involving minors.
- Dispel myths, unlearn and relearn together to deepen our understanding of this crucial topic.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Dena Nazer is a professor of pediatrics at Wayne State University School of Medicine. She is the Medical Director at Kids-TALK Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) in Detroit, where she performs medical evaluations for children suspected of being maltreated and victims of human trafficking. Dr. Nazer serves on the Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS) executive committee. She is also the course director for the WE AIM faculty development program at the school of medicine.
Physical Activity and Cardiorespiratory Fitness as Modulators of Health Outcomes: How Much Exercise is Enough? - Tuesday October 14, 2025
In this talk, we will explore how physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness act as modulators of health outcomes.
Learning Objectives
- Review the impact of moderate to vigorous physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness on preventing and treating varied chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, COVID, dementia, stroke, and more.
- Review the impact of cardiorespiratory fitness on annual health care costs.
- Review the beneficial effects of moderate to high levels of fitness on surgical outcomes.
- Review initial and optimal levels of exercise training intensities, expressed as metabolic equivalents (METs), to maximize survival benefits.
- Review how much exercise is enough to improve health outcomes, with specific reference to steps per day and recent studies using accelerometry to more accurately measure daily physical activity.
Guest Speaker:
Barry A. Franklin, PhD, serves as director of Preventive Cardiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation at Corewell Health, William Beaumont University Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan. He holds faculty appointments as professor of Physiology at Wayne State University School of Medicine and professor of Internal Medicine, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. Combining his interests in exercise physiology with cardiology, Franklin and his associates have studied the physiologic and clinical responses to numerous occupational and leisure-time activities in people with and without heart disease. Other research interests include the early detection of cardiovascular disease; cardiovascular risk reduction; preventive cardiology; technologies to detect and interventions to combat chronic disease; and lifestyle medicine.
Women in Academic Medicine: Choosing Leadership - Wednesday October 29, 2025
This session reviews progress and persistent challenges for women in academic medicine, highlighting data and trends in advancement and leadership. It will explore effective practices and institutional strategies that support professional growth, mentorship, and organizational change.
Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate progress and persistent challenges for women in academic medicine
- Identify barriers and biases that hinder advancement
- Explore strategies for leadership, mentorship, and sponsorship
- Apply evidence and experience to drive institutional and cultural change
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Elisabeth Heath is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in genitourinary oncology, serving as the Chair of the Department of Oncology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She specializes in clinical and translational research, focusing on early-phase and genitourinary clinical trials and improving care for all patients. Her expertise covers a range of genitourinary cancers, including prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Heath has led large-scale, multi-institutional, peer-reviewed research initiatives aimed at fostering collaboration across medical disciplines. Her goal is to integrate research and clinical practice, translating scientific discoveries into real-world treatments. Dr. Heath is also committed to improving patient access to care and their experience during treatment. She emphasizes collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to achieve holistic, effective patient outcomes. Her leadership and innovative approaches have advanced the understanding and treatment of genitourinary cancers while shaping cancer care practices both nationally and internationally. Through her work, Dr. Heath continues to contribute significantly to the oncology community, with a focus on patient-centered care and driving innovation in cancer care.
I Have Privilege? Exploring Identity and Privilege Among Health Professionals - Thursday November 20. 2025
**This session meets the state mandate for implicit bias training and includes one hour of training.**
In this 1-hour presentation, participants will explore the intersection of identity and privilege, participate in a privilege exercise and engage in dialogue on the personal impact of privilege, learn how privilege impacts health equity, and explore strategies to mitigate the effects of privilege.
Learning Objectives:
- Explore the intersection of identity and privilege
- Participate in a privilege exercise and engage in dialogue on the personal impact of privilege
- Learn how privilege impacts health equity
- Explore strategies to mitigate the effects of privilege
Guest Speaker:
Rhonda Dailey, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Research in the Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences (DFMPHS) in the School of Medicine. Dr. Dailey currently serves as the Co-Associate Director of the Community Engagement Core of the Addressing Cardiometabolic Health In Populations Through Early Prevention in the Great Lakes Region (ACHIEVE GREATER) Center; the Detroit Site-Principal Investigator of the Biosocial Impact on Black Births (BIBB) and Father’s Matter studies; and the former Clinical Lead to the Michigan Developmental Disability Institute’s (MI-DDI) COVID-19 Vaccination grant.
Finding Your Path Forward: Lessons from a Career Journey Toward Flourishing - Friday December 12, 2025
In times of uncertainty and rapid change, reconnecting with our purpose, core values, and with one another can be powerful grounding. Through interactive reflection and stories of real-life experiences, explore how character, caring, and practical wisdom can offer a path toward flourishing, even (and especially) in turbulent times. Leave with practical insights and renewed energy to navigate complexity with authenticity and agency.
Learning Objectives
- Examine lessons and takeaways from pivotal moments over the course of a career journey in academic medicine.
- Reflect on your values, identity, and purpose and articulate how they inform your approach to learning/teaching, clinical practice, or leadership.
- Evaluate and apply practical strategies that contribute to shaping flourishing-centered cultures that elevate everyone.
Guest Speaker:
Kimara Ellefson, MBA, Ed.D., is a visionary leader, culture strategist and consultant, and frequent keynote speaker on leadership, organizational development, and systems change. As the national director of strategy and partnerships for the Kern National Network for Flourishing in Health (KNN), Kimara partners with medical schools and healthcare organizations across the country to identify opportunities to shape organizational cultures of human flourishing and inspire action at multiple institutional levels. She also provides leadership for the KNN program office, developing strategic plans that have enabled the KNN to grow from a network of seven founding medical schools to a vibrant movement of healthcare organizations engaged in various ways. Her research interests include leadership development for flourishing grounded in Feminist Relational Theory (FRT), praxis and community. Her work aims to explore whether a new paradigm for leadership and followership could support Ecosystem-Wide Flourishing (EWF) across the health ecosystem.
A Brief History of AI: Past, Present and What You Can Expect in the Immediate Future - Monday December 15, 2025
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved dramatically since 1943, when the first mathematical model of a neuron laid the groundwork for neural networks. From early attempts in the 1950s–60s to mimic human learning, through setbacks during the “AI winter,” to breakthroughs in deep learning and transformer architectures, AI’s journey reflects continual innovation driven by data and computing power. Today’s Large Language Models (LLMs), built on the same core principles as the original neuron model, operate on an unprecedented scale—using attention mechanisms to connect vast networks of artificial neurons and enable reasoning, creativity, and language understanding. This webinar explores that remarkable evolution and what it means for the future of intelligent systems.
Learning Objectives
- Discuss demystifying how Large Language Models (LLMs) work.
- Describe how LLMs generate responses through probabilistic associations rather than comprehension.
- Review the principles behind LLMs and examine how to integrate these models effectively into your research.
Guest Speaker:
Domenico Gatti, MD PhD, Dr. Gatti is Associate Professor of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology at the School of Medicine of WSU. He earned his MD degree at the Catholic University of S. Cuore in Rome (Italy), and his Ph.D. in Biochemistry at the University of Bari (Italy). He completed post-doctoral training in molecular genetics at Columbia University (New York), and in structural biology at the Univ. of Michigan (Ann Arbor). Since at WSU he has contributed to the formation of the Michigan Science Collaborative Access Team that administers structural biology facilities at the Argonne National Laboratories for the benefit of Michigan public universities. Most recently, Dr. Gatti has shifted his focus from experimental to computational research, and has developed advanced courses of computational biology, machine learning, and artificial intelligence for PhD and Master students at the School of Medicine of WSU.
2024
Leadership 101 with President Espy - Monday, February 19, 2024
Join us for an in-depth discussion with President Kimberly Espy, and Dr. Teena Chopra, Assistant Dean of Coaching and Professional Development. During this one-hour discussion, you will learn lessons on leadership and explore effective strategies for academic and clinical leaders.
Guest Speaker:
President Kimberly Andrews Espy, A leader with more than 25 years of experience in higher education, President Espy was the Wayne State Board of Governors’ unanimous choice for president. She is the first woman to serve in this role in the institution’s history.
President Espy previously served as provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at the University of Texas at San Antonio. For her commitment to the community and her work as an agent of change, she was recognized with a Women’s Leadership Award from the San Antonio Business Journal.
Speed Mentoring - Thursday, February 22, 2024
Speed Mentoring provides you with an opportunity to meet face-to-face with mentors and senior faculty members (who serve or have served on the School of Medicine Promotion & Tenure committee). Expect to have multiple short and focused conversations about your own personalized promotion plan and career growth.
Promotion & Tenure Panel - Tuesday, February 27, 2024
During this one-hour webinar attendees will get to hear from a panel of faculty who recently completed the P&T process. The panelist will discuss their experience going through the P&T process and then address any questions attendees may have.
Topics may include:
- Overview of the P&T process
- How to finalize your personal statement
- How to ensure your CV remains up to date
- How to improve grant writing
Panelists:
Boris Baltes, Senior Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs & Associate Vice President of Academic Personnel
Tomomi Ichinose, M.D., Ph.D., Professor in the department of Ophthalmology Visual Anatomical Sciences
Samson Jamesdaniel, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor in the department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences
Ann Messman, M.D., Professor in the department of Emergency Medicine
Dena Nazer, M.D., Professor in the department of Pediatrics
Wellness and Meditation Session - Monday, March 4, 2024
The Office of Faculty Affairs is collaborating with Wayne State University Wellness Coordinator Travis Van Dyke to host an interactive wellness session.
Mobility and Stretching:
Travis will first take the group through various mobility drills that involve dynamic muscle movements. A presentation will be provided with pictures of the movements and Travis will also demonstrate and talk through the movements. Modifications will be provided for those who may struggle with the movements. After the dynamic mobility movements, Travis will take the group through some light static stretching. This will involve holding these stretches for 15-20 seconds and aiming for only slight discomfort and without pain.
Disclaimer **Every person should consult their physician before starting any exercise program.**
Positive Affirmation Meditation:
Travis will then take the group through a guided meditation session for 15-20 minutes. This guided meditation will focus on positive affirmations and being kind to yourself. The goal of the meditation is to reach a calm and relaxed state to There will also be deep breathing included in the meditation. The meditation will also include relaxing sounds being played over the speaker to block out any outside noise and to provide a relaxing environment for the group.
Guest Speaker:
Travis Van Dyke has been the wellness coordinator here at Wayne State for over 2 years and has over 5 years of experience in employee wellness. He is pursuing his master’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science here at WSU and is expected to graduate at the end of the summer semester. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. (NSCA) He has been coaching hundreds of athletes and general population clients for over 3 years and has over 10 years of experience in the gym.
Fair Play Documentary Viewing - Friday, March 8, 2024
We invite all faculty & trainees to join us for International Women's Day on Friday, March 8th. The Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS) group will be viewing the documentary Fair Play and then afterwards will hold a 30 minute discussion. Bring your own lunch. Coffee will be provided.
This movie is inspired by Eve Rodsky’s best-selling book. It explores the disparity in domestic responsibilities between men and women. The film features interviews with experts, couples, and legislators, shedding light on the invisible care work historically held by women and inspiring a more equitable future for all. The movie runs 1 hr 35 min. For more information please click here.
Being the CEO of Your Own Career - Friday, April 5, 2024
In this 1-hour presentation, participants will learn about leadership development in academic medicine.
Learning Objectives:
- Define the values and behaviors that affect success.
- Differentiate various career paths in academic medicine.
- Describe academic promotion and tenure.
- Discuss leadership development in academic medicine.
- Review career planning and development.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Archana Chatterjee joined Rosalind Franklin University in April 2020 and is Dean of the Chicago Medical School and Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs (the first woman and person of color to serve in these roles). For the previous 7 years, she served as Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics (the first woman and person of color to serve as such) and Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Development at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine (USD SSOM). Prior to that, she was at Creighton University School of Medicine (CUSOM) where she advanced through the academic ranks to tenured Professor, served as the Division Chief for 6 years, and the Hospital Epidemiologist at the Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha, NE for 13 years. During this time, she cared for children at four different hospitals in Omaha, conducted laboratory, clinical and community-based research and taught medical and other health professions students, pediatric residents, pediatric infectious diseases fellows and provided continuing education for colleagues across the country. She also spent nearly 12 years as a leader in Faculty Affairs/Faculty Development (FA/FD), initially at CUSOM, and later at USD SSOM.
AI, BIG DATA, AND ANALYTICS: Current Landscape & Future Outlook - Wednesday, May 29, 2024
McKinsey's Global Institute foresaw in 2011 that big data analysis would become a crucial competitive factor for firms, driving productivity, innovation, and consumer benefit. Today, over 85% of Fortune 1000 companies are engaged in or planning big data initiatives, primarily to enhance decision-making. However, implementing big data management and analytics poses challenges due to the complexity of tools and skills required. Many companies still rely on traditional methods, limiting the impact of data analytics. To achieve significant results, there's a need for more effective backend tools and greater emphasis on data-driven processes.
Additionally, this talk will discuss findings from collaborations with Henry Ford Health System and the Children's Hospital of Michigan. The former examines the benefits of "early task initiation" using near real-time operational intelligence in hospitals, demonstrating the effectiveness of proactive bed reservation signals in reducing emergency department patient boarding. The latter explores how AI can aid radiologists in interpreting MRIs for neonates.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the importance of big data for improving decision making
- Understand the different types of analytics and their applications
- Understand the reasons for growth in machine learning and AI
- Understand the benefits for big data and analytics in healthcare through case studies
Guest Speaker:
Ratna Babu Chinnam, Ph.D., is an expert in AI, Big Data & Business Analytics and is a Professor and Chair of the Industrial & Systems Engineering Department at Wayne State University. He is the author of over 150 technical publications (journal articles, conference proceedings, and research reports). His research interests include business analytics, big data, operations management, supply chain management, sustainability, healthcare, and smart engineering systems. He is currently the Associate Editor for the International Journal of Modeling and Simulation, the International Journal of Quality, Statistics, and Reliability, and the North American Editor for the Journal of Remanufacturing. His past research is funded by the U.S. NSF, DoT, DoD, DoEd, and VA. He carried out collaborative research with such multi-national companies as Ford Motor Company, General Dynamics, Intel, Goodyear, and consulted for such companies as Chrysler, Sirius Satellite Radio, Energy Conversion Devices, Dominos, CapGemini, Faurecia, Whirlpool, Steelcase, MRF Tyres, Magna International, DataFactZ, and Tecton.
Echoes of the Past: Examining Reemerging Infections and Challenges in Immunization - Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Join us for a Fireside Coffee Chat with Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Dr. Teena Chopra, Assistant Dean of Faculty Development. This one-hour coffee chat will delve into the topics of reemerging infections and the hurdles faced in immunization.
The event will be streamed at wayne.edu/live. If you are unable to attend, a recording will be posted online.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Sanjay Gupta is the multiple journalism award-winning chief medical correspondent for CNN and host of the CNN podcast Chasing Life. Gupta, a practicing neurosurgeon, plays an integral role in CNN’s reporting on health and medical news for all of CNN’s shows domestically and internationally, and regularly contributes to CNN.com.
Working Happy: How to survive burnout and find your work/life synergy - Wednesday, August 21, 2024
In this talk, we will explore the phenomenon of burnout and discuss practical strategies for not only surviving but thriving in today’s demanding healthcare environment. Burnout affects individuals across various professions, leading to feelings of exhaustion, cynicism, and reduced effectiveness in both personal and professional life. Drawing from research in psychology, neuroscience, and organizational behavior, we will delve into the factors contributing to burnout and examine how work-life synergy can play a crucial role in mitigating its effects.
Guest Speaker:
Roger Kapoor, MD MBA FAAD, Roger Kapoor is the Senior Vice President of Beloit Health System, a non-profit healthcare corporation serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. He completed his Doctorate of Medicine (MD) degree from The George Washington University, DC, his internal medicine training at Stanford University, CA and his dermatology training at Harvard Medical School, MA. Dr. Kapoor completed his Masters of Business Administration (MBA) at Oxford University, England. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific articles published in professional journals including The New England Journal of Medicine. Most recently, Dr. Kapoor was named Wisconsin’s Young Physician Leader of the Year by the Wisconsin Medical Society, one of the Top 25 Emerging Leaders in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare and a Rising Star in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review.
Navigating the NIH Early Stage Investigator (ESI) Status: How You Can Extend it and Why This May Be Important - Monday, November 11, 2024
This presentation is geared towards educating all fellows (postdoctoral and sub-specialty fellows), residents and junior faculty of the opportunities to maximize their NIH funding potential by ensuring their ESI status is up to date.
Guest Speaker:
Dragana Komnenov Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in Physiology and Internal Medicine, Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Wayne State University School of Medicine.
My Global Health Journey - Friday, December 6, 2024
This talk will cover Dr. Rouba Ali-Fehmi, M.D. experiences and initiatives in global health, including the development of a medical research training program, collaborative projects in Lebanon, and efforts to support medical education in crisis-affected regions. The presentation highlights the impact of mentorship, research, and international partnerships in advancing health equity and addressing global healthcare challenges.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Rouba Ali-Fehmi is a professor of pathology and the Director of Breast Pathology and Breast Pathology Fellowship at the University of Michigan. She is also a member of Global Reach at Michigan Medicine and a member of the Center of Global Health Equity at the University of Michigan.
2023
"Are They, You Know..." An Introduction to Addressing Implicit Bias Against LGBTQ+ Populations - Thursday, January 12, 2023
Guest Speakers:
Forrest Hosea (they/them/their) is a qualitative research analyst at the Center for Healthcare Outcomes and Policy (CHOP) and Michigan Opioid Prescribing Engagement Network (OPEN).
Knoll Larkin, M.P.H. (pronouns: he/him/his) Knoll is the Networking2Save Project Manager at the National LGBT Cancer Network.
Speed Mentoring - Thursday, February 23, 2023
Speed Mentoring provides you with an opportunity to meet face-to-face with mentors and senior faculty members (who serve or have served on the School of Medicine Promotion & Tenure committee).
An Overview of Black Women's Perceptions of Prenatal Care Quality and Examining its Relationship to Healthcare Discrimination in the Biosocial Impact on Black Births (BIBB) Study - Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Dr. Dailey will provide an overview of the impact of social determinants of health (economic, neighborhood environment, and healthcare) on perinatal health disparities and will discuss her publication of a validity and reliability analysis of the Quality of Prenatal Care Questionnaire (QPCQ), a 46-item instrument used to measure prenatal care quality perceptions in a cohort of Black women enrolled in the Biosocial Impact on Black Births (BIBB) study.
Guest Speaker:
Rhonda Dailey, M.D., is an Assistant Professor of Research in the Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences (DFMPHS) in the School of Medicine and Scientific Director to the Office of Community Engaged Research (OCEnR), within the Office of the Vice President of Research, at Wayne State University.
Promotion & Tenure Panel - Thursday, April 20, 2023
During this one-hour webinar attendees will get to hear from a panel of faculty who recently completed the P&T process. The panelist will discuss their experience going through the P&T process and then address any questions attendees may have.
Panelist:
Boris Baltes, Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs & Associate Vice President of Academic Personnel
Anju Goyal, Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Visual & Anatomical Sciences
Melanie Hanna-Johnson, Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine
Eric McGrath, Professor, Department of Pediatrics
Erik Olsen, Associate Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine
Kristen Purrington, Associate Professor, Department of Oncology
Kevin Theis, Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology
Human Trafficking - Friday, April 29, 2023
In this one hour session participants will learn:
- What is Human Trafficking
- Take a closer look at Human Trafficking cases in the United States
- The resources needed to help
Guest Speakers:
Grace Broughton is an experienced, bilingual, research and litigation government attorney with over 15 years of relevant work experience. Since 2015, Grace has been a member of the Human Trafficking and Sexual Assault units at the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office (WCPO).
Danielle Shamus received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Oakland University. As a scholarship softball player at Oakland, she dealt with challenges and fought many uphill battles on and off the field. She stayed in southeastern Michigan and earned her Juris Doctor at Wayne State University Law School.
Habit Change for High Achievers: The 4 Step Process No One Taught You - Monday, June 12, 2023
Habit change is notoriously challenging. Conventional advice is to use will power and self discipline, both of which have been shown to be less than effective for long term change. Learn what to do instead and how to start implementing four practical steps today.
Learning Objectives:
- Why willpower is ineffective
- The importance of understanding habits as learned solutions
- The most common habits of women physicians/high achievers
- 4 counterintuitive steps to change any habit.
Guest Speaker:
Kristi Angevine, MD, FACOG is a board certified Ob/Gyn, master certified life coach and host of the Habits on Purpose podcast. After 11 years in private practice, she shifted her professional focus to full time coaching. She specializes in helping high achievers change unhelpful habits into intentional ones.
Planning and Writing Grant Proposals - Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Good ideas come to all of us. An excellent grant application provides a robust setting for that idea. Develop your next grant proposal with this workshop that will aid in transferring your good ideas on paper.
Learning Objectives:
- Be responsive to the priorities of the funder
- Present a clear argument based on facts
- Show clear links between what has been done, what needs to be done and how your idea will help provide solutions.
- Identify time management strategies for successful grant writing
Guest Speaker:
Dragana Komnenov Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in Physiology and Internal Medicine, Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Pandemic Lessons and Role of Faculty in Pandemic Preparedness - Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Join us for a Fireside Coffee Chat with Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Teena Chopra, Assistant Dean of Coaching and Professional Development. During this 40-minute coffee chat, you will learn about lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic and how faculty can be more engaged in pandemic preparedness.
Guest Speaker:
Anthony S. Fauci, M.D. is an American physician-scientist and a Distinguished University Professor in the Georgetown University School of Medicine’s Department of Medicine. He also holds an additional appointment in the university’s McCourt School of Public Policy. Previously, Dr. Fauci served as Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health, from 1984 to 2022. Dr. Fauci was a key advisor to seven Presidents on global HIV/AIDS issues, and on preparedness against emerging infectious disease threats. He also served as the Chief Medical Advisor to President Joe Biden. Dr. Fauci was one of the principal architects of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), which has helped save more than 25 million lives throughout the developing world.
The Influence of Disability Bias in Healthcare on Patients, Trainees, and the Workforce - Thursday, August 17, 2023
In this one (1) hour interactive panel presentation participants will learn about the effects of implicit bias on: 1) healthcare and health outcomes for people living with disabilities, 2) training experiences of students and other learners living with disabilities, and 3) hiring and practice opportunities in healthcare for people living with disabilities.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe how explicit and implicit biases related to disability impact admission and training experiences of students and other learners with disabilities
- Describe how explicit and implicit biases related to disability impact hiring and practice opportunities and conditions for people with disabilities
- Describe how explicit and implicit biases related to disability impact healthcare experiences and health outcomes for people with disabilities
- Assess strategies currently utilized to provide inclusive education or care to individuals with disabilities and their limitations
- Recommend novel/new/additional strategies to mitigate the impact of implicit bias with regard to disability
Guest Speakers:
Julie Crego, Human Resource Director
Amy Lammers, Office of Equal Opportunity
Anne Messman, M.D., Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education
Kristen Swan, Student Disability Services
Sokol Todi, Ph.D., Chair of Pharmacology
Angela Trepanier, M.S., Professor in the Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics
Daniel Walz, Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Programs
Thyroid Eye Disease: From the Eyelid to the Retina - Thursday, August 31, 2023
Covering proptosis, eyelid edema, conjunctival swelling, retinal folds, optic disc edema and more. This presentation is designed for providers across specialties and will include how the iPhone camera can help us and will include some essentials for female providers and patients.
Guest Speaker:
Gloria Wu MD is a graduate of Harvard University, Columbia University, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. She completed her General Surgery Internship at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City, then her Ophthalmology Residency at Cornell-Columbia University Medical Center, Retina-Vitreous Fellowship at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary at Harvard Medical School.
Always a Warrior: In-Depth Conversation with the President of the Medical Alumni Association - Friday, October 20, 2023
Rebecca Klisz-Hulbert, M.D. ’04, Res. ’07, Fel. ‘09, President of the Medical Alumni Association will discuss ways in which faculty and students can engage with the Medical Alumni Association to maximize educational opportunities, professional development, networks and impact.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Klisz-Hulbert is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at Wayne State University. She is a triple graduate of Wayne State University (medical school, psychiatry residency, and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship), where she is currently serves as the president of the Medical Alumni Association.
Work-Life Integration: Finding the time for what matters - Monday, October 23, 2023
This session will focus on actionable strategies to improve work-life integration and address burnout.
Learning Objectives
- Understand drivers of physician burnout
- Identify strategies to promote work-life integration
- Implement actionable goals and behaviors to enhance work-life integration and well-being
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Wei Wei Lee is a Professor of Medicine and Associate Dean of Students and Professional Development at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. She earned her medical degree from New York University, masters of public health from the Harvard School of Public Health and completed her internal medicine residency at NYPH-Weill Cornell. She is a general internist and clinician educator. As the director of the wellness program at Pritzker, she leads initiatives to integrate well-being and quality improvement efforts to improve physician and trainee well-being.
Active Shooter Training - Monday, November 13, 2023
In this presentation, participants will be provided a PowerPoint presentation and two short videos on basic active shooter training skills.
Learning Objectives:
- What is an active shooter?
- Who are these active shooters? (Go over statistics on past active shooters and what to look for)
- What you should do?
- Police response.
Guest Speaker:
Lieutenant Rana Eljaafari, L-61 has been with Wayne State University Police Department (WSUPD) since 2013 and worked for the Detroit Police Department for over 6 years prior to joining the WSUPD force. Lt. Eljaafari is currently the lieutenant in charge of the Campus Community Section and Crime Prevention for our department. She is also the lead instructor for our Taser, First Aid, CPR and AED training.
Work-Life Balance: It's time for a new paradigm - Tuesday, November 28, 2023
As working professional women, we are taught to strive for work-life balance. We are told that this is essential to a happy and fulfilling life. However, this pursuit often has the opposite effect, and we end up feeling stressed out and exhausted. In this talk, we will discuss the problems with work-life balance and outline an alternative approach to finding joy in all aspects of our lives.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how work-life balance may be uniquely challenging to women in medicine and science.
- Identify areas of stress within one's professional life and how to mitigate this stress.
- Understand strategies to find joy in all aspects of one's personal and professional life.
Guest Speaker:
Suzana Tsao, M.D., is Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine, Vice-Chair of Education for the Department of Emergency Medicine, and Co-Director for the Perelman School of Medicine's Virtual Health System at the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to her clinical and administrative duties, she is trained as a life coach and works with professional working moms to declutter their days to create a life that they love. She spends her time in a perfectly unbalanced manner, with her two children, husband, family, friends, and pursuing her passions both in and outside of work.
Lifestlye Medicine for Leaders - Wednesday, November 29, 2023
This presentation will demonstrate the power of the six pillars of lifestyle medicine including exercise, nutrition, sleep, stress resilience, social connection and avoiding risky substances. These pillars are evidence based and interact with one another.
Learn more in this educational session that will help patients and clinicians alike.
Learning Objectives
- Review and define effective methods of incorporating lifestyle medicine for leaders in an academic setting.
- Understand and identify the six pillars of lifestyle medicine.
- Review the literature supporting the six pillars.
Guest Speaker:
Beth Frates, MD FACLM DipABLM is a trained physiatrist and a health and wellness coach, with expertise in Lifestyle Medicine. She has received several teaching accolades from Harvard Extension School and Harvard Medical School, where she is an assistant clinical professor. Dr. Frates is one of the first Fellows of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and a pioneer in lifestyle medicine. In 2008, Dr. Frates created the first Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group at Harvard Medical School. In 2014, she developed and taught a college Lifestyle Medicine curriculum at the Harvard Extension School, and it is still one of the most well-received courses offered at the school. She was voted president of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine in August 2020. Dr. Frates serves as President-Elect until November 2022.
Express Yourself: Mastering the Elevator Pitch - Thursday, December 7, 2023
Unlock the art of persuasion in just one floor! Join our talk on mastering the elevator pitch and learn the secrets to crafting a compelling and concise message that leaves a lasting impression.
Guest Speaker:
Neha Raukar, M.D., is a practicing physician in both sports medicine and emergency medicine, and is active in education, clinical medicine, legislation, and research. Her sideline experience spans the breadth from high school, collegiate and Olympic athletes. In her role as Vice Chair for Faculty Development, she focuses on promoting the well-being, resilience, and overall professional development of the healthcare workforce. She has a national presence, evidenced by her presentations at national conferences, where she focuses on reducing disparities among female healthcare professionals and has secured grants for this line of investigation. An associate professor at the Mayo Clinic, her research interests include injuries and life-threatening diseases in athletes and is dedicated to educating fellow healthcare providers and the public as it relates to these topics.
2022
Spanning Boundaries in Academic Leadership for Women - Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Speaker:
Laurie M. Lauzon Clabo, PhD, RN, FAAN, was appointed the eighth dean of the College of Nursing at Wayne State University in April 2015
Mindfullness Meditation - Friday, January 7, 2022
Speaker:
Howard Schubiner, M.D., Dr. Howard Schubiner is an internist and the director of the Mind Body Medicine Center at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan and a Clinical Professor at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
Managing Employee Performance in the Health Care and Academic Settings - Thursday, February 10, 2022
Speaker:
Julie Crego, Senior Human Resource Consultant, Wayne State University, HR Region MPN. Julie is the Senior Human Resource Consultant for Wayne State University's School of Medicine and College of Nursing.
Stereotypes and Women in Medicine: How do we Overcome Them? - Monday, February 21, 2022
Speaker:
Kimberly Morgan, Ed.D, Kimberly Morgan is a higher education leader with more than 20 years' experience in problem-solving, advising, managerial and supervisory roles, and/or mathematics teaching.
Retirement Planning: Evaluating Where You Are And Where You Want to Be - Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Speaker:
Chris Burgess, Financial Consultant TIAA CREF, Chris Burgess is a Senior Financial Consultant at TIAA (tiaa.org), a Fortune 100 financial services organization and leading provider of asset management and retirement services for the academic, research, medical and cultural fields.
Moral Distress: What is it? Can we Heal it? - Tuesday, April 12, 2022
Speaker:
Lisa MacLean, M.D., is the Chief Clinical Wellness Officer for the Henry Ford Medical Group in Detroit, Michigan where she develops programming to assist clinicians in optimizing healthy coping strategies, finding good life balance and delivering high quality health care.
Teaching for Inclusion - Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Speakers:
Marquita Chamblee, Associate Provost for Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer
Karen Myhr, Associate Professor (Research), Department of Biological Sciences, Director STEM Commons
Lori Pile, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, Co-Program Director Maximizing Access to Research (MARC) at Wayne State University
I Have Privilege? Exploring Identity and Privilege Among Health Professionals - Tuesday, May 3, 2022
Speaker:
Rhonda Dailey, MD is an Assistant Professor of Research in the Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences (DFMPHS) in the School of Medicine and Scientific Director to the Office of Community Engaged Research (OCEnR), within the Office of the Vice President of Research, at Wayne State University.
Active Shooter Training - Tuesday, August 23, 2022
Speaker:
Lieutenant Rana Eljaafari, L-61 has been with Wayne State University Police Department (WSUPD) since 2013 and worked for the Detroit Police Department for over 6 years prior to joining the WSUPD force. Lt. Eljaafari is currently the lieutenant in charge of the Campus Community Section and Crime Prevention for our department. She is also the lead instructor for our Taser, First Aid, CPR and AED training.
Title IX: What You Need to Know - Thursday, September 15, 2022
Speaker:
Brandy Banks, is Wayne State University's Title IX Coordinator. In this critical role, she coordinates supportive measures and provides personalized resource and advocacy referrals for individuals within our campus community that have experienced sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, stalking or sexual harassment.
Racism as a Social Determinant of Health - Thursday, September 29, 2022
Speaker:
Lynn C. Smitherman, MD, FAAP - is the Vice Chair of Pediatric Education at Wayne State University School of Medicine. She received her undergraduate degree from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada and her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. She completed a combined residency program in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals and a Chief Residency in Pediatrics at Children's Hospital of Michigan. She is the former Director of the Pediatric Residency Program at Children's Hospital of Michigan and is now focusing on creating a longitudinal pediatric curriculum at the Undergraduate Medical Education level.
The Benefits of Teaching - Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Speaker:
Lisa MacLean, M.D., is the Chief Clinical Wellness Officer for the Henry Ford Medical Group in Detroit, Michigan where she develops programming to assist clinicians in optimizing healthy coping strategies, finding good life balance and delivering high quality health care. Prior to her appointment at Henry Ford Health in 2017, Dr. MacLean served as Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Career Development at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. MacLean's has a long relationship with Henry Ford Health System. Previously, she worked at Henry Ford Hospital where she served as Psychiatry Residency Program Director, Chair of the Graduate Medical Education Committee, and Director of Education for the Psychiatry Department.
Time Management: Enhancing Approaches to Collaborations and Team Gatherings - Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Speaker:
Leah Robinson, Ph.D., is the Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) in the School of Medicine at Wayne State University. A performance improvement specialist, Dr. Robinson created and managed retention and intervention programs for undergraduate, post-degree, and graduate student populations including McNair Scholars, first-generation college, athletes, probation, summer bridge, medical, and second language learners. She held academic staff positions in the College of Education, Department of Music, Academic Success Center, Federal TRIO programs, and Graduate School at Wayne State University. Her international work experience includes serving as Instructor and Advisor in Abu Dhabi, UAE and Curriculum Coordinator in Doha, Qatar.
2021
Between Me & You(th): The Importance of Cultural Humanity, Intersectionality and Sex Positivity in Youth Healthcare - Thursday, January 14, 2021
Speaker:
Natasha Thomas-Jackson (she/her), is a proud feminist, racial justice/gender/youth advocate, cultural worker, creator and the Genessee County Coordinator at the Michigan Organization on Adolescent Health (MOASH)
Virtual Coffee Chats: Debunking Medical Myths - Thursday, January 21, 2021
Speaker:
Jennifer Mendez, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the department of Internal Medicine
Teaching About Implicit Bias Through Visual Thinking Strategies Using the Virtual Platform - Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Speaker:
Ijeoma Opara, M.D., is a double-board certified Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at WSUSOM, Associate Program Director of the Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency, and attending physician with Wayne State University Physician Group
Virtual Coffee Chats: Check your Bias at the Door: Understanding and Interrupting Implicit Bias - Friday, February 26, 2021
Speakers:
Workshop Moderator: Rhonda Dailey, M.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences and Scientific Director, Office of Community Engaged Research (OCEnR)
Workshop Facilitator: Vicki Sapp, Ph.D., Director of Student Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion and Assistant Professor Department of Medical Education at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Racism as a Social Determinant of Health - Monday, March 8, 2021
Speaker:
Lynn Smitherman, M.D., is the Vice Chair of Pediatric Education at Wayne State University School of Medicine
Trauma is Real: Understanding and Interuppting Microaggressions - Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Speakers:
Workshop Moderator: Rhonda Dailey, M.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences and Scientific Director, Office of Community Engaged Research (OCEnR)
Workshop Facilitator: Vicki Sapp, Ph.D., Director of Student Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion and Assistant Professor Department of Medical Education at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Movies in Medical Education - Friday, March 26, 2021
How COVID-19 has Disproportionately Affected Women in Medicine and Science - Monday, April 19, 2021
Speakers:
Shikha Jain M.D., Assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Hematology and Oncology at the University of Illinois in Chicago
Nicole C. Woitowich, Ph.D., is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Medical Social Sciences at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine
Microaggressions: Reframing and Navigating Triggering Events Case Scenarios - Thursday, April 22, 2021
Speakers:
Workshop Moderator: Rhonda Dailey, M.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences and Scientific Director, Office of Community Engaged Research (OCEnR)
Workshop Facilitator: Vicki Sapp, Ph.D., Director of Student Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion and Assistant Professor Department of Medical Education at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Virtual Coffee Chats: Art as an Agent of Change and Healing - Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Speakers:
Sheryl Oring, M.F.A., Sheryl Oring's work examines social issues through projects that incorporate old and new media to tell stories, examine public opinion and foster open exchange.
Grace Serra, M.A., Grace Serra is the Art Curator at Wayne State University
How Wellness Affects Women in Medicine & Science - Friday, May 7, 2021
Speaker:
Annahieta Kalantari, D.O., F.A.C.E.P., F.A.C.O.E.P., F.A.A.E.M. is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician practicing in Hershey, PA
Intersectionality: Examining Concepts of Privilege - Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Speakers:
Workshop Moderator: Rhonda Dailey, M.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences and Scientific Director, Office of Community Engaged Research (OCEnR)
Workshop Facilitator: Vicki Sapp, Ph.D., Director of Student Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion and Assistant Professor Department of Medical Education at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Human Trafficking: Myth vs. Reality - Friday, June 4, 2021
Speaker:
Dena Nazer, M.D., F.A.A.P., Dr. Nazer is an associate professor of pediatrics at Wayne State University.
Containing COVID-19 with Vaccines: How are we doing and what more can be done? - Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Speakers:
Paul Kilgore, M.P.H., M.D., is an Associate Professor and Director of research at Wayne State University's College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences. He has over 25 years-experience working in medicine, public health and areas where infectious diseases thrive.
Marcus Zervos, M.D., is Division Head, Infectious Diseases, Henry Ford Health System in Detroit,Michigan. He is also Assistant Dean, Global Affairs and Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University. His work has included working with vulnerable populations here and internationally.
Always a Warrior: In Depth Conversations with Medical Alumni Board Members - Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Speakers:
Steven Daveluy, M.D., Dr.Daveluyis an associate professor and program director at Wayne State University.
Jack Folbe, M.D., Dr. Jack Folbe is a graduate of WSU-SOM Class of '89 and is a board-certified anesthesiologist.
Patrice Harold, M.D., Dr. Patrice Harold received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from Wayne State University. She obtained her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1989.
Sheila Ray, M.D., Dr. Sheila Ray is a graduate of the WSU-SOM Class of 1987 and is a board certified Otolaryngologist.
How Patient and Physician Race-Based Attitudes Influence Clinical Communication - Thursday, September 16, 2021
Speakers:
Lauren Hamel, Ph.D., Dr. Lauren M. Hamel is an associate professor and scientific member of the Population Studies and Disparities Research Program at the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Dr. Susan Eggly, Ph.D., Dr. Susan Eggly is a Professor in the Department of Oncology at Wayne State University School of Medicine and a Scientist in the Population Studies and Disparities Program at the Karmanos Cancer Institute.
Understanding Your Benefits: Preparing for Enrollment - Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Speaker:
Merilyn Merkison, Associate Director, WSU Total Rewards
Achieving Academic Success through Professional Development - Thursday, October 21, 2021
Speaker:
Julie Crego, Senior HR Consultant
Compassion Fatigue: Caring for the Caregiver - Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Speaker:
Lisa MacLean, M.D. , Chief Clinical Wellness Officer for the Henry Ford Medical Group
PTSD - Surviving Pandemic & Holiday Stress - Friday, November 12, 2021
Speakers:
Amy Freedman, MSW, SHRM-CP WSU Account Director, Ulliance,
Travis Van Dyke, Wayne State University, HR Wellbeing Coordinator
Structural Racism 101: Basic Training for Doctors - Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Speaker:
Peter J. Hammer J.D., Ph.D., director of the Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights and a professor at the Wayne State University Law School
2020
Virtual Coffee Chats: COVID-19 & Mental Health - Friday, December 11, 2020
Speakers:
Cynthia Arfken, Ph.D., is an Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neurosciences at Wayne State University
Sydney Daviskiba, is currently a third-year medical student at Wayne State University School of Medicine
Arash Javanbakht, M.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neurosciences at Wayne State University.
Megan MacKenzie, is currently a third-year medical student at Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Bringing Sexy Back: Why Gender Identity and Sexuality Are Essential in Routine Primary Care - Thursday, December 10, 2020
Speakers:
Forrest Hosea (pronouns: they/them/their) - Research Assistant for the Office of Cancer Health Equity & Community Engagement
Truman Hudson, Jr., Ed.D. (pronouns: he/him/his) - Lecturer & Outreach Specialist for the College of Education
Knoll Larkin, M.P.H. (pronouns: he/him/his) - Director at the Office of Cancer Health Equity & Community Engagement
Hayley Thompson, Ph.D. (pronouns: she/her/hers) - Professor of Oncology at Wayne State University School of Medicine & Director of Community Outreach & Engagement at Karmanos Cancer Institute
COVID-19 Vaccines: Implications for our Patients, Healthcare Providers and Communities - Friday, December 4, 2020
Speaker:
Paul Kilgore, M.D. , is an Associate Professor and Director of research at Wayne State University's College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Implicit Bias: How the Unconscious Mind Drives Decisions and Communication - Thursday, November 12, 2020
Speaker:
Lauren Hamel, Ph.D., is an assistant professor and scientific member of the Population Studies and Disparities Research Program at the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Wayne State University School of Medicine
Virtual Coffee Chats: Peer Recognition - Friday, November 6, 2020
Speakers:
Diane Levine, M.D., is a Professor in the department of Internal Medicine, Vice Chair for Education and Clerkship Director for the Inpatient and Outpatient Clerkships in Internal Medicine and director of the fourth year Health Systems Elective and Intern Prep Course for non-surgical specialties
Phillip Levy, M.D., M.P.H., is the Edward S Thomas endowed Professor at Wayne State University where he currently serves as Assistant Vice President for Translational Sciences and Clinical Research Innovation, and Associate Chair for Research in the Department of Emergency Medicine
Tsveti Markova, M.D., F.A.A.F.P. , is a Professor in the departmen of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences (DFMPHS)
Time Management: Enhancing Approaches to Collaborations and Team Gatherings - Friday, October 16, 2020
Speaker:
Leah Robinson, Ph.D., is the Director of Academic Support in the School of Medicine at Wayne State University
Virtual Coffee Chats: Professional Development - Friday, September 25, 2020
Speakers:
Rafael Fridman, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Pathology
Rouba Ali-Fahmi, M.D., is a Professor in the Department of Pathology
Women in Academic Medicine: Choosing Leadership - Monday, September 21, 2020
Speaker:
Elisabeth Heath, M.D., Associate Center Director of Translational Sciences, Hartmann Endowed Chair for Prostate Cancer Research, Professor of Oncology and Medicine, Genitourinary Multidisciplinary Team Leader, Director, Prostate Cancer Research, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Wayne State University School of Medicine
A Fine Line Movie Night and a Call to Action - Thursday, September 10, 2020
The Role of Faculty Mindset in Supporting Student Learning - August 31, 2020
Speaker:
Angela Trepanier, M.S., C.G.C., is a certified genetic counselor, professor (clinician educator track) in the Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics, and director of the Wayne State Genetic Counseling Graduate Program
Virtual Coffee Chats: Faculty Diversity and Inclusion - Friday, August 14, 2020
Speakers:
Dr. Herbert C. Smitherman Jr., M.D., is the Vice Dean of Diversity and Community Affairs
Dr. De'Andrea Matthews, D.R.E., is the Director, Office of Diversity and Inclusion
COVID-19 Pandemic: Impact on the Professional and Beyond - August 10, 2020
Panelists:
Eric Ayers, M.D., is a Associate Professor in the department of Internal Medicine-Pediatrics; Program Director of the Combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Residency Training Program and Director of Mentoring and Student Engagement, WSU Office of Student Affairs
Maysaa Basha, M.D., is an Associate Professor in the department of Neurology; Program Director for Neurology Residency Training Program
Patricia Brown, M.D., is a Professor in the department of Internal Medicine; Associate Chief of Staff for Medicine at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center
Bushra Fathima, M.D candidate, Class of 2022; Wayne State University School of Medicine
Luda Khait-Vlisides, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the department of Emergency Medicine; Assistant Program Director and Director of Emergency Ultrasound for Sinai Grace Hospital Emergency Medicine Residency Program
James Rowley, M.D., is a Professor in the department of Internal Medicine; Chief of Pulmonary/Critical Care & Sleep Medicine; Program director of Pulmonary/Critical Care Fellowship Program and Chair, DMC Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee
Virtual Coffee Chats - Friday, July 10, 2020
Hosts:
Beena G. Sood, M.D., M.S., Associate Dean of Professional Development
Basim Dubaybo, M.D., Vice Dean of Faculty Affairs
Navigating Difficult Conversations - June 22, 2020
Speaker:
Christine Jackson, Ph.D., Professor and Chair of the Management and Information Systems Department in the Mike Illitch School of Business,
Virtual Coffee Chats - Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Hosts:
Beena G. Sood, M.D., M.S., Associate Dean of Professional Development
Basim Dubaybo, M.D., Vice Dean of Faculty Affairs
The COVID Collision: From the Lens of an Epidemiologist, Infectious Diseases Physician and Mom - May 18, 2020
Speaker:
Teena Chopra, M.D., Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases, at Wayne State University,
Organizational Approaches to Improve Well-Being for Healthcare Professionals - February 10, 2020
Speaker:
Lisa MacLean, M.D., Director of Physician Wellness for Henry Ford Health System,
Barriers and Opportunity for Women in Medicine: Choosing Leadership - January 28, 2020
Speaker:
Elisabeth I. Heath, M.D. F.A.C.P., is a Professor of Oncology and Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine
2019
101 Introduction
An overview of the faculty promotion and tenure process from the department through university levels.
Preparing an Effective CV
Your CV is the foundation of your promotion & tenure dossier. It is a snapshot of your entire professional life. Come learn how to polish your SOM CV!
Panel Discussion (Presented by the Provost)
The Offices of the Vice President for Research, Provost and Faculty Affairs (School of Medicine) are pleased to offer the Research and Academic Development seminar series for WSU faculty, chairs & directors, postdoctoral trainees & graduate students, and administrators.
Personal Statement & Panel Discussion
Your personal statement serves as a development tool that provides evaluators with "the big picture" of your academic life. A must have for a successful P & T!
Teaching
Your teaching portfolio/grid is a narrative that describes the cumulative "landscape" of your teaching, teaching activities and outcomes.
2018
Documenting your Teaching workshop (Includes Obtaining SET Scores)
In this session, participants will review the requirements for documenting teaching, observe examples of how to document a variety of types of teaching, and have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss teaching documentation with the presenter and fellow participants.
Speakers: Dr. Linda Roth, Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professional Development, and Charlene Brain, Senior Faculty Affairs Specialist.
Other handouts:
Personal Statement
The presentation provided advice about how to create a compelling and effective personal statement for Promotion and Tenure.
Speaker: Dr. Linda Roth, Assistant Dean Emerita for Faculty Affairs and Professional Development.