Seminar Series

Facilitator: Karen R. Jacobson, MD, MPH

Managing a research team requires a balance of strategic hiring, clear organizational structures, effective meetings, financial oversight, and fostering a supportive environment. This talk will cover practical approaches with time for specific questions and shared experiences.

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Facilitator: Jessica L. Fetterman, PhD

We will strategize ideas for overcoming vulnerabilities as extroverts, ambiverts, and introverts to support each other in effective participation and networking in academic medicine.

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Facilitators: Carl G. Streed, MD, MPH & Sabrina Assoumou, MD, MPH

Mentorship is essential to help build skills and grow confidence in the work we do. Sponsorship takes the next step of advocating for mentees and expanding networks to ensure continued growth and success. This session will focus on what it takes to be a supportive sponsor (for self and others).

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Facilitator: David Flynn, MS

‘Just because you’re paranoid doesn’t mean they aren’t after you.’ Joseph Heller. Plagiarism is a concern for all authors in higher education, and this topic has become international news due to recent events. This workshop will cover the most common types of suspected plagiarism seen in academic writing and it will also discuss tips and techniques for identifying and preventing them. CME credit is offered to all participants.

Facilitator(s): Angela H. Jackson, MD & Robert J. Vinci, MD

Faculty are frequently asked by students to write letters of recommendation for residency, and these letters can make a significant difference in their success. Residents need letters for fellowship or job applications.  How can you write an honest, useful letter of recommendation? What are some of the challenges? We will present some guidelines to help you get started. CME credit is offered to all participants.

Facilitator(s): Sheila E. Chapman, MD & Ricardo Cruz, MD

Panelist(s): Sabrina Sanchez, MD, Melissa D. DiPetrillo, MD & Claudio J. Morera, MD

Join us for a panel discussion exploring the essence of clinical excellence, specifically in the outpatient setting. This discussion will delve into meaningful reflections on the distinctive challenges and skills essential for providing exceptional patient care in our ambulatory clinics. Participants will gain insights into the unique dynamics, communication strategies, and holistic approaches that define clinical excellence in outpatient settings. CME credit is offered to all participants.

Facilitator(s): Elena Mendez-Escobar, PhD., MBA, Thea James, MD, MBA, & Liza Fuentes, DrPH, MPH

Speakers will provide an overview of BMC’s approach to Health Equity, 5 actionable lessons learned of how to change outcomes in practice, and describe ways faculty can think about designing and implementing their own interventions

Facilitator(s): Catherine A. Rich, MD & Craig F. Noronha, MD

This interactive seminar will delve into effective teaching methods and practical workshop design strategies for developing and presenting workshops locally, regionally, and nationally. Participants will walk away with an understanding of how to choose content, find collaborators, develop learning objectives, and create an engaging and interactive workshop experience.

Zoom Recording

Facilitator(s): Katharine Canfield, Julia Huntsman & David Gillerman

Federal funders such as NIH are an understandable focus for most faculty members. Yet private funding has increased dramatically in the last decade. Typically ranging from 6 to 7 figures, grants from foundations offer opportunities to conduct bold, riskier research; establish proof of concept; and pilot projects that lead to larger awards. This session, which is appropriate for faculty at all levels, will cover how to identify potential funders, connect with program officers and directors, and submit compelling, competitive LOIs and proposals that comply with BU’s policies and procedures. Participants will come away with a better understanding of how private funders work as well as teams that are here to support them in securing funding.

Facilitator(s): Karolina Brook, MD

The Massachusetts Wiretapping statute is one of the strictest wiretapping laws in the country. It was written in the 1960s when cellphones didn’t exist, but it is still very much enforced today. We will discuss the details of the law, the difference between one-party and all-party consent, and how it is imperative that all clinicians know and understand the law and its relevance to daily practice.

Facilitator(s): Ludy Shih, MD

During this hour, we take an interactive approach to discussing why meetings fail, and how meetings actually sometimes work wonders — helping us get our work done, establishing better human connection in the workplace, and giving us a sense of empowerment.