Faculty Factory

Today’s episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast is a “Best of” show that includes highlights from past interviews of our show about how to best navigate social media in academic medicine. This is Part 2, of a two-part series on social media from the Faculty Factory,  last year we released the first part in this series, and you can catch up on it here: How to Better Navigate Social Media in Academic...

Maria Trent, MD, MPH, FAAP, FSAHM, joins us on the Faculty Factory Podcast this week for a new episode exploring the rich rewards of embracing a diverse and inclusive approach to science, community-building, and life itself. Dr. Trent is a pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist serving as a Professor of Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine with joint appointments...

Introverts often find themselves navigating the extroverted seas of academic medicine, where networking events, presentations, and social interactions seem to be everywhere. In the latest episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast, Drs. Margot Cohen and Andrew Orr join our show to share valuable insights on how introverts can excel in a field that often values extroverted qualities. In June 2023, Drs....

In the latest episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast, Dr. Thomas Cudjoe, MD, MPH, sheds light on the pressing issue of social isolation and loneliness. Dr. Cudjoe currently serves as the Robert and Jane Meyerhoff Endowed Assistant Professor of Medicine position within the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine's Division of Geriatric Medicine & Gerontology. This is Dr. Cudjoe’s first ever appearance...

Ayesha Shafi, PhD, discusses all aspects of peer mentoring this week on the Faculty Factory Podcast. Dr. Shafi is an Assistant Professor with the Center for Prostate Disease Research (CPDR) at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. She is a researcher who is currently working on translational and molecular signaling in prostate cancer. In this episode, Dr. Shaf...

The Faculty Factory Podcast welcomes back Margaret Chisolm, MD, FAMEE, FACP, FAAP, to the show this week for a much-needed discussion on the dynamics of building flourishing relationships and meaningful social support. Dr. Chisolm previously joined our show in 2021 when she explored with us how implementing aspects of the arts and humanities within medical curricula can strongly benefit learners....

In the newest episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast this week, we have the privilege of meeting Libby Ellinas, MD, MS, for an in-depth exploration of how culture can be transformed through hard work and collaboration, ultimately leading to the improvement of our institutions and the communities we serve. Dr. Ellinas is the Director of the Medical College of Wisconsin's Center for the Advancement...

In this episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast, we chat with Meryl S. Cohen, MD, MS Ed, about the art of staying resilient and resourceful for long-term success in academic medicine and beyond. Dr. Cohen is a Professor of Pediatrics and Associate Dean for Faculty Development at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine. She also serves as Associate Chief in the Division of Cardi...

In this week’s episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast, we interview Jay MacGregor, MD, MBA, FACS, about his inspiring journey from being on the brink of quitting medicine to finding purpose and deep fulfillment in his work. Dr. MacGregor is a colorectal surgeon, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Allina Health, and Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado. Dr. McGregor's story serves as...

We explore all things Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in this week’s episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast. Emotional Intelligence is often referred to as EQ, which stands for Emotional Quotient. In essence, EQ is our ability to understand, use, and manage our emotions to enhance various aspects of our lives, including stress relief, effective communication, empathy, problem-solving, and conflict res...

Welcome back to the Faculty Factory podcast. In this week’s episode, we're exploring leadership competencies. You might not realize it, but as a faculty member in academic medicine, you are already a leader by virtue of your role. Let’s take a moment to reflect on our leadership styles and how we can become better leaders for our patients, colleagues, and community. To guide our discussion, we wil...

This week's episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast delves deep into the world of scholarly writing with an insightful chat featuring two distinguished guests: Sarah Poynton, PhD, and Rachel Walden, MS, ELS. Dr. Poynton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular and Comparative Pathobiology with the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Rachel Walden is the Director of Editorial Services...

Today on the Faculty Factory podcast, we are joined by Kathy Forbush, MBA and MS, to cover some common areas where faculty might struggle with leadership, along with suggestions on how to address those shortcomings. Kathy is the Executive Director for HR-Talent Management at Johns Hopkins University, and in this role is responsible for leading the talent acquisition, learning and organization deve...

Join us on the Faculty Factory Podcast this week as we delve into an insightful conversation Sharon D. Solomon, MD. Dr. Solomon shares invaluable tips on maintaining equilibrium between a thriving personal life and a meaningful pursuit of promotion. Dr. Solomon currently serves as the Katharine M. Graham Professor of Ophthalmology with the Wilmer Eye Institute at the Johns Hopkins University, Scho...

Danielle Piccinini Black, MPH, MBA, joins our Faculty Factory family this week to share with us the latest information on human-centered design and design thinking. At the forefront of effective problem-solving methodologies is design thinking. By embracing design thinking, you can systematically question assumptions, leading to the discovery of innovative and distinctive alternatives. “Design thi...

We are honored for the opportunity to speak with Benjamin R. Kinnear, MD, MEd, this week on the Faculty Factory Podcast. Dr. Kinnear joins us for an important discussion about changing the way we approach medical education. He advocates for a competency-based time-variable model. “At its core, competency-based education is just a philosophy of training that orients itself toward outcomes,” he told...

Two distinguished guests, Lisa Coplit, MD and Ruth Chen RN, PhD, join the Faculty Factory Podcast this week for a discussion on podcasting itself, and its greater role in educating faculty. Dr. Chen is Assistant Dean for Faculty Development in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Associate Professor in the School of Nursing at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. Dr. Coplit is a general interni...

We are excited to welcome back Carisa M. Cooney, MPH, CCRP, to the Faculty Factory Podcast this week! Carisa joins us to present communication and intergenerational mentoring advice for the Post-COVID environment. With The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Carisa serves as Associate Professor, Director of Education Innovation, and Director of the Clinical Research Core in the Department...

We are joined by two fantastic guests this week on the Faculty Factory podcast for a conversation on nonviolent communication. Drs. Cheri Lemieux Spiegel (Professor of English) and Paul Fitzgerald (Professor of Biology) together run the Annandale Center for Contemplative Practice (ACCP) at Northern Virginia Community College. The ACCP supports faculty, staff, and students alike, our mission is to...

In this episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast, we are thrilled to have Lisa Coplit, MD, as our guest. Dr. Coplit shares her insights on the challenges of faculty development and making connections in community-based medical schools.  Despite the geographic diversity of these communities, Dr. Coplit emphasizes that building a strong sense of community is not only possible but essential. Dr. Coplit...

Stuart C. Ray, MD, brings his experience and words of wisdom to our Faculty Factory podcast this week. Join us as we delve into the topics of triaging competing demands, skill-building, and networking, all aimed at enhancing our career journeys in academic medicine. Dr. Ray is a Professor of Medicine and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He currently serves as the Vice C...

We are delighted to have Maria Oliva-Hemker, MD, as our guest on the newest episode of the Faculty Factory podcast. Dr. Oliva-Hemker shares invaluable insights on the key factors to think about when transitioning to a new leadership role. Dr. Oliva-Hemker currently serves as the Vice Dean for Faculty at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She is the Stermer Family Professor of Pediatr...

In the latest episode of the Faculty Factory podcast, Tyra Fainstad, MD, shares her personal journey and insights on combating burnout and the transformative impact of coaching. Dr. Fainstad is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. She is the Resident Clinic Director at Lowry Internal Medicine and Co-Director of Better Together Physician Coaching. Lea...

This week on the Faculty Factory Podcast, we’re joined by Heather Brod to reflect on the transformative Career Development Coaching Camp for faculty. The camp is a supportive community empowering people to find new meaning in their careers.  Heather is an executive coach and consultant. Prior to launching her consultancy, Heather was Executive Director at the Center for Faculty Advancement Mentori...

In this week’s episode of the Faculty Factory podcast, we have the honor of speaking with Lisa Bellini, MD, MACP, a prominent thought leader in academic medicine. Dr. Bellini currently serves as Senior Vice Dean for Academic Affairs at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. The conversation revolves around Dr. Bellini and her colleague's influential paper, "The Definition of...