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BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #226
Pathways to Leadership in Academic Medicine
with Dr. Marisa Clifton
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).
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, April 15). Ep. 226 – Pathways to Leadership in Academic Medicine [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Michelle Van Kuiken
Dr. Michelle Van Kuiken is a urologist who specializes in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery at the University of California San Francisco.
Dr. Marisa Clifton
Dr. Marisa Clifton is a urologist, associate professor and Associate Chief Medical Officer at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland.
Synopsis
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.
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
Resources
Society of Women in Urology
https://swiu.org/home.aspx
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