Episode # 226 • 15 Apr 2025
Pathways to Leadership in Academic Medicine
Have you noticed that urologists tend to have an outsized presence and interest in healthcare leadership and administrative positions? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Marisa Clifton, an associate professor and Associate Chief Medical Officer at Johns Hopkins, discusses her experiences in executive leadership with host Dr. Michelle Van Kuiken. This episode was produced in collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU).
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:28 - Dr. Marisa Clifton's Career Journey
13:03 - Balancing Clinical and Administrative Roles
17:01 - Challenges and Growth in Leadership
25:31 - Balancing Clinical Medicine and Hospital Administration
28:08 - Improving Communication Between Clinicians and Administrators
32:20 - Leadership Development
38:02 - The Role of Coaching
43:13 - Final Thoughts and Future Directions
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More about this episode
Dr. Clifton shares her journey evolving from surgery and clinical medicine to hospital administration, highlighting the importance of mentorship, skill-building, and strategic decision-making. She discusses her journey towards finding a balance between clinical practice and administrative roles. She also highlights the challenges and rewards of working in hospital leadership. This episode offers key guidance on obtaining mentorship, coaching, and executive presence. This candid conversation provides valuable insights for any physician interested in leadership roles.
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