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Culture & Leadership: Enhancing the Training Experience & Beyond

with Dr. Wayne Olan and David Tilton

What sets apart those who are good from those who are great? This episode of Backtable MSK features a profound discussion on leadership and legacy with Dana Dunleavy, MD, Wayne Olan, MD, and David Tilton. Dr. Olan, Director of Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery at George Washington University Medical Center, and David Tilton, a former Navy SEAL and current business and racing professional, share their unique experiences and insights surrounding perseverance in success.

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Culture & Leadership: Enhancing the Training Experience & Beyond with Dr. Wayne Olan and David Tilton on the BackTable MSK Podcast
Ep 76 Culture & Leadership: Enhancing the Training Experience & Beyond with Dr. Wayne Olan and David Tilton
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, May 6). Ep. 76 – Culture & Leadership: Enhancing the Training Experience & Beyond [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com

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Podcast Contributors

Dr. Dana Dunleavy discusses Culture & Leadership: Enhancing the Training Experience & Beyond on the BackTable 76 Podcast

Dr. Dana Dunleavy

Dr. Dana Dunleavy is a musculoskeletal and vascular IR in Buffalo, New York.

Dr. Wayne Olan discusses Culture & Leadership: Enhancing the Training Experience & Beyond on the BackTable 76 Podcast

Dr. Wayne Olan

Dr. Wayne Olan is the director of Interventional and Endovascular Neurosurgery at the GW Medical Faculty Associates/GW Hospital and is an associate professor at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

David Tilton discusses Culture & Leadership: Enhancing the Training Experience & Beyond on the BackTable 76 Podcast

David Tilton

David Tilton is a former Navy Seal and current racing business professional.

Synopsis

The doctors discuss the importance of mentorship, collaboration, and cultivating a culture of growth and accountability. The conversation highlights how nurturing leaders can impact both professional and personal development, emphasizing that the best measure of success lies within the success of those you lead.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
10:50 - Learning from Those Around You
16:56 - The Value of Continuous Learning and Avoiding Complacency
31:43 - The Importance of Teamwork and Mentorship
50:07 - The Role of Failure in Success
52:45 - Closing Remarks: Support and Courage

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