Episodes

In our training, we have been taught to go above and beyond; however, it may not always be the right thing to do. In this episode, Dr. Onwuemene explores the challenges clinician researchers face in balancing their efforts an...

Dr. Martha Kenney is a board-certified pediatrician and pediatric anesthesiologist who completed medical school, residency, and fellowship training at Johns Hopkins University. She is also an Assistant Professor at Duke Unive...

On today's episode, Dr. Onwuemene discusses finding fulfillment in your academic career. Academic careers can be challenging. But challenges do not have to be the norm. As we explore the importance of loving what you do, get ...

Dr Latifat Akintade is a Gastroenterologist and founder of The Money School for badass Women Physicians. She is also the host of The MoneyFitMD podcast and bestselling author of Done with Broke. The Woman Physician’s guide to...

In this episode, we explore the superpower of understanding and harnessing the control you have over your research career. This episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing what you control and letting go of what you don'...

In today's episode, we focus on planning. We explore the need to plan at various levels -- from your overall life plan, to your quarterly plan, to your daily plan. With planning, we emphasize the significance of intentional p...

In this episode, we discuss the shift from traditional mentoring systems to a more personalized and self-directed approach in career development. The focus is on empowering individuals to create their success toolkit by engag...

In this episode, we address the significant gap in research training for clinicians and the challenges they face in building successful research careers. We also explore the limitations of traditional mentoring models and int...

In this episode, we explore the critical aspect of crafting a vision for your research program. Delve into the journey of discovering your vision, the significance of aligning it with personal goals, and practical steps to la...

Explore the transformative power of the 20% principle for clinician researchers. Delve into the core concepts of the Pareto principle and how applying the 20% rule can lead to enhanced productivity and success in the world of...

In this episode, we explore the pivotal role of focus. In the journey to becoming a clinician scientist, we discuss the complexities of balancing clinical responsibilities, research, and administrative duties. Key Points Disc...

Dr. Betty Pace is a Professor of Pediatrics and Francis J. Tedesco Distinguished Chair of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Augusta University. Dr. Pace received her MD degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and trained ...

This episode of the Clinician Researcher podcast delves into the crucial aspect of taking action in the professional journey of clinician researchers. The focus is on the importance of strategic and intentional actions for ac...

Sarah is an expert in grant writing, and her journey from law school dropout to thriving in the world of grant writing is truly inspiring. Briefly describe the episode's content and introduce the guest: In this episode, Sarah...

In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of mastering decision-making for success. Our focus is on the five keys to optimal decision-making in 2024 and beyond. Key Points Discussed: Analyzing Your Decision Framework: ...

Dr Megan Melo is a dual-board certified Family and Obesity Medicine Physician as well as a Certified Physician Life Coach and Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator based on the work of Brenè Brown, PhD, LMSW. After years of strug...

Your thoughts drive all your actions. Therefore, it is important to explore the significant impact of thoughts on life outcomes. This episode delves into the power of intentional, quality thinking and its influence on actions...

Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown is a triple board-certified sleep medicine physician and pediatric pulmonologist. She is the RestfulSleepMD, where she helps high-achieving women and their children change their relationship with sleep...

As we are still early in 2024, it is important to consider the keys to our success. Thus, this episode focuses on the fundamentals of our forward motion. Key Points Discussed: Renewal: Reflecting on the necessity of rest and ...

In this episode, the Clinician Researcher Podcast sets off Season 2 with a focus on supporting clinicians transitioning to researchers while emphasizing authenticity and individuality. Key Points Discussed: Transitioning to a...

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

Dr. Eman Metwally is a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Epidemiology at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. She earned her MD-PhD degree from Alexandria University in Egypt and has 2 master degrees -- Biomed...

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

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