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Did I Do the Right Thing? Navigating Ethical Authorship Dilemmas
03/26/2024
Did I Do the Right Thing? Navigating Ethical Authorship Dilemmas
In this episode, Mary R. C. Haas, MD, MHPE, and Anthony R. Artino Jr, PhD, discuss their Rip Out article from the February 2024 issue of JGME about specific strategies to navigate authorship, especially ethical dilemmas that might arise. Hosted by JGME Editor-in-Chief, Gail M. Sullivan, MD, MPH, this episode provides advice to authors at all stages of their careers, from junior to experienced.
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Show us the Evidence: Are the Tools We’re Using for Residency Selection Really the Best We’ve Got?
01/24/2024
Show us the Evidence: Are the Tools We’re Using for Residency Selection Really the Best We’ve Got?
In this episode, Jeremy M. Lipman, MD, and Judith French, PhD, discuss their systematic review of metrics utilized in the selection and prediction of future performance of residents in the United States. They share their findings, like the fact that most metrics used are not backed by evidence, as well as practical advice for program directors to effectively recruit residents where both the resident and the program will thrive.
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Everyone Looks the Same in ERAS! Differentiating Between an Increasingly Homogenous Pool of Graduate Medical Education Applicants
12/05/2023
Everyone Looks the Same in ERAS! Differentiating Between an Increasingly Homogenous Pool of Graduate Medical Education Applicants
In this episode, Chavon Onumah, MD, and Matthew G. Tuck, MD, discuss their editorial from the October 2023 issue of JGME, “Everyone Looks the Same in ERAS! Differentiating Between an Increasingly Homogenous Pool of Graduate Medical Education Applicants.” This episode is full of strategies to assure selection of candidates who will be able to thrive in their chosen specialties and programs.
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Features of Effective Clinical Competency Committees
10/03/2023
Features of Effective Clinical Competency Committees
In this episode, Kathleen Rowland, MD, MS, and Lauren Anderson, PhD, MEd, discuss their study of effective Clinical Competency Committees which was conducted as part of the 2022 Council of Academic Family Medicine Educational Research Alliance survey of family medicine residency program directors. They offer practical and actionable advice while discussing creating formal policies, faculty development, focusing on all residents, not just those that may be failing, and psychological safety and data collection.
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States with Restrictive Laws Preventing Evidence-Based Medicine and the Impact on Graduate Medical Education
07/28/2023
States with Restrictive Laws Preventing Evidence-Based Medicine and the Impact on Graduate Medical Education
In this episode, JGME Editor-in-Chief, Gail Sullivan, MD, speaks with a panel of authors, Monica Saxena, MD, JD, Callie Cox Bauer, DO, Alyssa A. Vigliotti, MD, about the repercussions of restrictive laws preventing evidence-based medicine on graduate medical education and what we can do to as physicians, members of the GME community, and as humans who believe in evidence-based medicine to protect the future of care.
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Climate and Graduate Medical Education
05/18/2023
Climate and Graduate Medical Education
In this episode, Matthew G. Tuck, MD, and Rebecca Philipsborn, MD, discuss the intersection of climate health and graduate medical education including the direct effects of climate change on patients, residents, and healthcare systems, as well as the need for educational tools to prepare physicians for future climate-related health problems. This episode is part of the call for papers for a 2024 JGME supplement issue on climate and graduate medical education.
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The Health of Indigenous Peoples and GME: Where We Are and Where We Need to Go
04/06/2023
The Health of Indigenous Peoples and GME: Where We Are and Where We Need to Go
In this episode, JGME Editor-in-Chief, Gail Sullivan, MD, speaks with Mary Owen, MD, Marghalara Rashid, PhD, and Victor Lopez-Carmen about the health care of Indigenous peoples and graduate medical education. They cover the current state by looking at the research from Dr. Rashid et al’s scoping review and discuss a path forward to a safer and more equitable environment through education and trust building.
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Vulnerable yet Unprotected: The Hidden Curriculum of the Care of the Incarcerated Patient
01/31/2023
Vulnerable yet Unprotected: The Hidden Curriculum of the Care of the Incarcerated Patient
In this episode, Michelle Suh, MD, MAT, Marc David Robinson, MD, and Nicole Deiorio, MD, discuss the hidden curriculum around incarcerated patients in graduate medical education and how people can educate trainees and themselves with facts and resources about caring for this vulnerable population. They offer firsthand experience of lessons learned and guidance on how listeners can get involved with advocating for the standard of care these patients deserve.
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A Welcome to International Authors
12/19/2022
A Welcome to International Authors
In this episode, Halah Ibrahim, MD, MEHP, Lalena M. Yarris, MD, MCR, and Harm Peters, MD, MHPE, give a formal welcome to international authors to submit their research for publication that explores teaching and learning in graduate medical education. They discuss the inequities in medicine and publishing in our world, the importance and value of diverse publications, research, and experiences, and JGME’s dedication to provide a more diverse and equitable platform for global knowledge dissemination in graduate medical education.
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It's Time to Stop Pointing Fingers: The Role of GME in Addressing the Issue of Unmatched US Medical School Graduates
11/02/2022
It's Time to Stop Pointing Fingers: The Role of GME in Addressing the Issue of Unmatched US Medical School Graduates
In this episode, Kathy Andolsek, MD, MPH, Nicole Deiorio, MD, Gail M. Sullivan, MD, MPH, and Judy Brenner, MD, discuss the issue of unmatched US medical school graduates, specifically the roles of graduate medical education and undergraduate medical education in tackling this issue to find solutions. With an increasing number of students not matching in the NRMP Match each year and the need for physicians in the United States, this issue cannot be left unsolved.
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The Disruptive Physician and Our Role as Teachers
08/04/2022
The Disruptive Physician and Our Role as Teachers
In this episode, Dr. Toren Davis shares his story of reclaiming the title of “Disruptive Physician.” His work to dismantle systemic racism and fight for equity in his health care system led him to write to the local newspaper, send letters to the Attorney General, organize signature campaigns and a town hall with community non-profit organizations, and more. You will also hear about where to start with your own advocacy work and how to build it into curriculum for learners.
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Maximizing the Academic Conference Experience: Tips for Your Career Toolkit
06/08/2022
Maximizing the Academic Conference Experience: Tips for Your Career Toolkit
In this episode, Dr. Joey Fisher and Dr. Barbara Trautner, authors of the paper “Maximizing the Academic Conference Experience: Tips for Your Career Toolkit,” offer a roadmap to academic conference success with a 3-phase framework of strategies starting with preconference preparation, then active engagement during the meeting, and finally, post-meeting action steps. You will hear personal stories of how they handle networking, juggling sessions, making an impact, and balancing rest with all the excitement.
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Publishing in the "On Teaching" Category: Powerful Creative Writing
04/13/2022
Publishing in the "On Teaching" Category: Powerful Creative Writing
Creative writing in the On Teaching category holds an important place in the Journal of Graduate Medical Education. This is a place for people in the GME community to tell their stories and a place for connection. In this episode, 3 members of the JGME Editorial Board, Dr. Gail Sullivan, Dr. Lainie Yarris, and Dr. Rachel Gottlieb-Smith, share advice for compelling writing, getting published, and On Teaching papers that have stuck with them over the years.
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Demystifying Statistics in GME Research
02/02/2022
Demystifying Statistics in GME Research
Do you find the world of statistics intimidating and maybe even terrifying? In this episode, JGME Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Gail Sullivan, and Biostatistics Editor, Dr. Rich Feinn, are interviewed by Associate Editor, Dr. Charlotte Gamble, about their 2 editorials from 2021 about statistics in GME research. Listen as they dive into type I and II errors, multiple comparisons, power, ad hoc analyses, what to do with small sample sizes, and so much more.
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Lessons Learned from a Cyberattack
11/04/2021
Lessons Learned from a Cyberattack
On September 27, 2020, Universal Health Services, spanning 400 facilities, which oversees the George Washington University Hospital, was the victim of the largest ransomware attack on a health care system in US history. In this episode, Dr. Courtney Paul recounts his experience and shares an action plan and resources for institutions to be proactive in anticipating a cyberattack.
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JGME New Ideas
09/22/2021
JGME New Ideas
Are you interested in submitting to the New Ideas category in IGME or want to know more about these articles? In this episode we go behind the scenes with JGME editors Deb Simpson, PhD, Halah Ibrahim, MD, MEHP, and Cuff Baker, MD, to discuss what novel really means, what the editors are looking for in the New Ideas submissions, and why submissions get rejected. Check out the announcements page on jgme.org for the full submission criteria.
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Remediation: Learning from the Resident Perspective
08/16/2021
Remediation: Learning from the Resident Perspective
In this episode, Dr. Nicole Deiorio speaks with Dr. Sara Krzyzaniak and Dr. Stephen Wolf about their study on resident perspectives on remediation. Chief resident Dr. Jonathan Hootman joins the conversation and offers the resident perspective. Listen to this conversation as our guests discuss how they learned from residents how to help and support residents that are struggling, and a need for a holistic remediation process free from negative stigma.
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What Can We Do About Residency Application Inflation?
06/15/2021
What Can We Do About Residency Application Inflation?
In this episode, JGME Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Gail Sullivan, speaks with 2 JGME authors from the June 2021 issue, Dr. Brian Antono and Dr. Daniel London. They discuss issues and challenges around residency application inflation, the role of the AAMC and ERAS, and what the main barriers to change are and how can we break through them.
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GME Parental Leave Policies
04/19/2021
GME Parental Leave Policies
In this episode, physicians from the United States (Sashank Prasad, MD, Sarah E. Conway, MD) and Canada (Teresa Chan, MD, Tara Stratton, MD, Lauren Cook-Chaimowitz, MD) discuss their JGME papers covering parental leave policies in GME. The conversation focuses on how programs can create a successful parental leave policy, striving for wellness, transparency, equity, and fairness, and barriers to be aware of in creating and using these policies.
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USMLE Step 1 Pass/Fail: It's Time For a Holistic Review
02/15/2021
USMLE Step 1 Pass/Fail: It's Time For a Holistic Review
In this episode, Dr. Charlotte Gamble interviews JGME authors Dr. Monica Vela, Dr. Kathy W. Smith, and Dr. Miguel X. Escalón, about their experiences around USMLE Step 1 scores changing to pass/fail, their pledges for holistic reviews of applicants at their institutions, and how to put this into practice. You will also hear medical student Jasmine Solola read her letter to the medical community about her experience sitting for this exam as a Black woman.
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COVID-19 and Graduate Medical Education Trainee Protections and Finances
01/06/2021
COVID-19 and Graduate Medical Education Trainee Protections and Finances
In this episode, Nicole Deiorio, MD, interviews Jeffery Berger, MD, about his paper “COVID-19 and Graduate Medical Education Trainee Protections and Finances.” They are joined by Jessica Bienstock, MD, to discuss the financial ramifications of COVID-19 on the GME programs at their institutions.
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Navigating the Virtual Residency Interview Process: Behind the Screens of Applicants and Programs
10/23/2020
Navigating the Virtual Residency Interview Process: Behind the Screens of Applicants and Programs
In this episode, focused on virtual interviews in this COVID-19 era, The Journal of Graduate Medical Education hosts a dialogue between applicants and programs to discuss experiences, fears, and expectations for the upcoming virtual interview process. JGME Executive Editor, Nicole Deiorio, MD, (@ndeiorio) speaks with 3 authors of upcoming JGME papers; Jeffery Fuchs, (@JeffreyWFuchs) a fourth-year medical student, Quentin Youmans, MD, (@QuentinYoumans) a second-year cardiology fellow, and Shantie Harkisoon, MD, (@familydocsnow) a program director. This episode offers a unique view behind the scenes of residency and fellowship interviews, as well as advice from both sides of the interview process, steps to mitigate bias and find your fit virtually, and insight into what programs and applicants are really looking for in this new (or not-so-new for Dr. Harkisoon) interview process.
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Graduate Medical Education Virtual Interviews and Recruitment in the Era of COVID-19
09/09/2020
Graduate Medical Education Virtual Interviews and Recruitment in the Era of COVID-19
In the October issue of the Journal of Graduate Medical Education, residents and faculty share strategies for the upcoming interview season in the article, "." [online early] In this episode, JGME Deputy Editor, Lainie Yarris, MD, speaks with author Kathy Chretien, MD, about virtual recruitment strategies for programs, social media, and how to overcome the challenges and fears that COVID-19 has brought to the interview process this year.
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Remote e-Work and Distance Learning for Academic Medicine: Best Practices and Opportunities for the Future
06/18/2020
Remote e-Work and Distance Learning for Academic Medicine: Best Practices and Opportunities for the Future
In the June issue of the Journal of Graduate Medical Education you will find a timely perspective piece titled, “” JGME Executive Editor, Dr. Nicole Deiorio, speaks with three of the authors, Dr. Shuhan He @ShuhanHeMD, Dr. Mary Haas @maryhaasmd, and Dr. Teresa Chan @TChanMD about their experiences and advice around working remotely, distance learning, and the role of technology.
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Graduate Medical Education in 2030
06/15/2020
Graduate Medical Education in 2030
In the June issue of the Journal of Graduate Medical Education, an editorial explores what graduate medical education will look like in 2030. In this episode, JGME deputy editor, Deb Simpson, speaks with physician, educator, and author, James Woolliscroft, about the future of graduate medical education, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the roles of the DIO, program director, and faculty as well as the impact of technology on the medical education system.
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JGME Instructions for Authors
05/13/2020
JGME Instructions for Authors
Are you planning on submitting a paper to the Journal of Graduate Medical Education? JGME Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Gail Sullivan, does a deep dive into the JGME in hopes to smooth the path to submission. Covering a range of information from JGME format, to surveys, rigorous qualitative methods, and more, this episode is full of helpful information for first time authors, seasoned authors, and anyone in between.
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The Future of Academic Writing
02/18/2020
The Future of Academic Writing
In the April issue of the Journal of Graduate Medical Education, an explores a crowd-sourced vision for the future of academic writing. In this episode, Lainie Yarris is speaking with two internationally-recognized medical education leaders and writers, Lorelei Lingard and Chris Watling. This podcast will further explore what academic writing might look like in 2030, through the lens of the guests’ personal experiences and aspirations for the field. Dr. Chris Watling is a Professor in the Department of Oncology at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University in Ontario, Canada. He directs the Centre for Education Research & Innovation at Western, and studies culture, coaching, observation and feedback in clinical training. He is an academic writer, editor, and writing instructor, and believer in the power of a great sentence. Dr. Lorelei Lingard is the Founding Director and Senior Scientist of the Centre for Education Research & Innovation at Western, and is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at Western. She has devoted her life to studying the social uses of language, and is a expert academic writing and writing instructor. Lainie Yarris is Deputy Editor for JGME, and Professor of Emergency Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon. She is co-director of OHSU’s Education Scholars Program and the Dept of Emergency Medicine Education Scholarship Fellowship, and has been Emergency Medicine Residency Director since 2012. She loves language and reading, and writing of all sorts, from poetry to academic writing.
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The Future of Academic Publishing
01/28/2020
The Future of Academic Publishing
Have you ever wondered what a journal will look like in 2030 or how you will be publishing your research? In this episode, Dr. Tony Artino (@mededdoc), Deputy Editor of JGME, and Dr. Seth Trueger (@MDaware), Digital Media Editor for JAMA Network Open, discuss the future of academic publishing: digital communication trends, innovative dissemination strategies, open access, funding, and peer review. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, the U.S. Navy, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.
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Publish or Perish: Is There a Paper in Your Poster?
11/04/2019
Publish or Perish: Is There a Paper in Your Poster?
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by writing a paper for publication? Have you asked yourself, "Do I have the time, energy, data, participants, rigor in my methods, and results to justify meaningful conclusions?" In this episode, Dr. Gail Sullivan (@DrMedEd_itor), Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Graduate Medical Education (JGME), and Dr. Tony Artino (@mededdoc), Deputy Editor of JGME, discuss how to determine if your poster has sufficient "good stuff" that it should be transformed into a paper. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, the U.S. Navy, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.
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