Career and Professional Development Sessions The Office of Faculty Affairs and Development offers career and professional development sessions throughout the year. These sessions cover topics such as promotion and tenure dossier preparation, time management, peer to peer feedback, and much more.
Spring 2025 Session Recordings
Presented by Beth McNulty, MD, Associate Professor, Department of Otolaryngology, on January 27, 2025.
This session explores the risks, warning signs, and prevention strategies for professional burnout, emphasizing proactive self-care.
Presented by Craig Rush, PhD, Professor, Department of Behavioral Science, on January 27, 2025.
This session explores the critical role of time management in an academic environment.
Presented by Nicole McCoin, MD, Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs and Development; Alyssa Huddleston, Assistant Dean for Administration; and RaShaun West, Faculty Recruitment Manager, on Jan. 15, 2025.
This session offers strategies to help you excel in your next interview, from crafting a compelling cover letter to mastering communication and professional presence. You'll also learn to navigate various interview formats, answer questions using the STAR method, and effectively highlight your strengths.
Presented by Romil Chadha, MD, Chief Medical Information Officer, 好色先生 HealthCare, on Jan. 8, 2025.
This session is designed for all professionals looking to better understand and build their personal and professional networks.
Fall 2024 Session Recordings
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs - Basic Sciences, on Dec. 9, 2024.
This session provides a comprehensive guide for faculty members on how to prepare a robust dossier for promotion and tenure.
Presented by Katherine McKinney, MD, Senior Associate Dean, Graduate Medical Education, Amanda Green, DNP, RN, Director of Quality Monitoring and Reporting, Amy DiLorenzo, PhD, Assistant Dean for Educational Innovation and Scholarship, and Paula Holbrook, on Oct. 18, 2024.
This session is designed to familiarize faculty with 好色先生's approach to patient safety event analysis via the process of SWARM.
Presented by Nicole McCoin, MD, vice dean for faculty affairs and development, on Aug. 12, 2024.
This session explores negotiation utilizing a didactic presentation and exercise to share the foundation of successful negotiation. It covers a five-step process to prepare for successful negotiation followed by common problems faced during negotiation. It helps highlight the importance of the five-step process of preparation and how to deal with some of the pain points that may be encountered during the negotiation process.
Presented by Jagriti Chadha, MD, associate vice chair of faculty development and advancement, and Paula Bailey, MD, associate division chief of faculty affairs, department of internal medicine, on Aug. 7, 2024.
This session discusses the importance of, and obstacles to, giving feedback to peers. It explores a structured approach to feedback and touches on which modality to use based on the content. It ends by highlighting the importance of changing our culture around peer-to-peer feedback.
Spring 2024 Session Recordings
Presented by Craig Rush, PhD, assistant dean for faculty affairs, professor, department of behavioral science on June 21, 2024.
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement, professor, department of family and community medicine on June 5, 2024.
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement, professor, department of family and community medicine on March 4, 2024.
Fall 2023 Recordings
Craig Rush, PhD, assistant dean for faculty affairs, professor, department of behavioral science on Dec. 6, 2023.
This two-part presentation on grant writing will discuss important topics to consider when writing a grant and is intended for more junior faculty. The first session will discuss how to find, write, and get support with grants. Special emphasis will be given to an NIH grant. Objectives include understanding: 1) pre-writing activities (e.g., identifying appropriate funding agencies); 2) time management in preparing a grant; 3) the mechanic of writing a grant; 4) the review process; 5) whether to consider responding to the reviews and submitting a revised application. These objectives can also apply to writing a manuscript.
Craig Rush, PhD, assistant dean for faculty affairs, professor, department of behavioral science on Nov. 29, 2023.
This two-part presentation on grant writing will discuss important topics to consider when writing a grant and is intended for more junior faculty. The first session will discuss how to find, write, and get support with grants. Special emphasis will be given to an NIH grant. Objectives include understanding: 1) pre-writing activities (e.g., identifying appropriate funding agencies); 2) time management in preparing a grant; 3) the mechanic of writing a grant; 4) the review process; 5) whether to consider responding to the reviews and submitting a revised application. These objectives can also apply to writing a manuscript.
Presented by Darwin Conwell, MD, Jack M. Gill Chairman of Internal Medicine on Oct. 27, 2023.
At the end of this session, participants will be able to better understand the following: 1) the mentor-mentee relationship, 2) characteristics of good and bad mentors, 3) mentee responsibilities, 4) mentorship in Academic Medicine, 5) the diversity-mentorship relationship, 6) mentoring underrepresented minority faculty (URM), and 7) personal reflections.
Presented by Jessica Slone, 好色先生HC finance director on Oct. 16, 2023.
This session will provide an overview of the ACE compensation plan, including how the plan is applied and the associated calculation process. Participants will leave with an understanding of 1) who is subject to the plan, 2) how the plan is managed, and 3) the process by which compensation is calculated within the plan.
Presented by Jessica Slone, 好色先生HC finance director on Oct. 16, 2023.
This session will provide an overview of the Clinical compensation plan, including how the plan is applied and the associated calculation process. Participants will leave with an understanding of 1) who is subject to the plan, 2) how the plan is managed, and 3) the process by which compensation is calculation within the plan.
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement, professor, department of family and community medicine on Oct. 13, 2023.
Presented by Ofir Klein, PhD candidate, teaching assistant, College of Arts and Sciences, department of geography on Oct. 11, 2023.
Join us for an academic-friendly introduction to ChatGPT. We'll cover the basics: What is ChatGPT? How does it work in simple terms? We'll delve into public perceptions, its potential applications, and ethical considerations. Whether you're new to ChatGPT or looking for a concise overview, this talk will provide an understanding of this 鈥淎I model鈥 and its future implications.
Spring 2023 Recordings
Presented by Thaddeus Salmon, MD, assistant professor, department of internal medicine and department of pediatrics; Sarah Oros, MD, assistant professor, department of psychiatry; and Anna-Maria South, MD, assistant professor, department of internal medicine on May 24, 2023.
Participants will be empowered to provide evidence-based interventions for common substance use disorders. Information will be clinically relevant for inpatient and ambulatory practice. Objectives are to (1) discuss the most effective methods to aid tobacco cessation, (2) explain a destigmatized approach to common challenges for inpatients with opioid use disorder, and (3) select evidence-based interventions for alcohol use disorder.
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement and professor, department of family and community medicine on May 5, 2023.
This session discusses how to deal with interruptions when they occur. Participants will learn skills to minimize interruptions and how to navigate day-crashing interruptions.
Presented by Kimberly Jones, MD, associate professor, department of neurology; Angela Dearinger, MD, associate professor, department of internal medicine; and E. Berry Seelbach, MD, associate professor, department of pediatrics on April 24, 2023.
Medical students face increasing pressure with changes to grading, board exams, interviewing, and more. We'll give updates on recent changes and identify tools for holistic support. Objectives are to (1) understand the current climate in medical school at the University of Kentucky and nationally, (2) describe the barriers to medical student success, and (3) discuss resources available to help you holistically support medical students in achieving their goals.
Presented by Jessica Slone, 好色先生 HealthCare finance director on April 12, 2023.
This session will provide an overview of the academic faculty plan, including how the plan is applied and the associated calculation process. Participants will leave with an understanding of who is subject to the plan, how the plan is managed, and the process by which compensation is calculation within the plan.
Presented by Jessica Slone, 好色先生 HealthCare finance director on March 29, 2023.
This session will provide an overview of the clinical compensation plan, including how the plan is applied and the associated calculation process. Participants will leave with an understanding of who is subject to the plan, how the plan is managed, and the process by which compensation is calculation within the plan.
Presented by April Hatcher, PhD, professor, department of neuroscience; Lillian Sims, PhD, lecturer, department of behavioral science; Katie Twist, MD, associate professor, department of internal medicine; and Raven Piercey, PhD, assistant professor, department of behavioral science on March 20, 2023.
This session will explore recent trends in decreasing preclinical classroom attendance and engagement and ways educators can respond to this changing reality. By the end of the session, participants will be able to discuss factors contributing to decreasing class attendance and apply student feedback to shape classroom engagement efforts.
Presented by Maureen O'Shaughnessy, MD, assistant professor, department of orthopaedic surgery on March 17, 2023.
The art of medicine is a privilege and an honor, so why are so many providers experiencing burn out and job dissatisfaction, and even consider leaving the field? Why is the new era of 'quiet quitting' gaining traction? This session will explore burnout in the healthcare field and address the very real problem facing providers. We will then explore concrete, practical tips and tricks aimed at helping you master work-life balance. We will discuss why you should stop sacrificing yourself for others indefinitely and finally enjoy the life you worked so hard to create. Objectives include understanding the effect of burnout on mental health and wellness and learning helpful 'no nonsense' practical tips and tricks to master work life balance.
Presented by Christopher Simmons, MD, PhD, assistant professor, department of internal medicine and department of pediatrics on March 13, 2023.
Participants will be able to differentiate between summative and formative feedback, contrast the roles of advisors, coaches, mentors, and sponsors, and provide recommendations for support using case vignettes.
Presented by Justin Miller, PhD, assistant professor, department of pathology and laboratory medicine and department of microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics; Cody Bumgardner, PhD, assistant professor, department of pathology and laboratory medicine; and Shulin Zhang, MD, PhD, professor, department of pathology and laboratory medicine on Feb. 27, 2023.
The Genomics Core Laboratory supports genomics pipelines with state-of-the-art workflows that ensure timely and accurate reporting for basic science research and health care. Participants will understand that many research and clinical genomics requests are processed through the Genomics Core Laboratory, be exposed to specific genomics panels, sequencing, and informatics tools currently available through the Genomics Core Laboratory, and will learn how the Genomics Core Laboratory can help with future research or clinical needs.
Presented by Lisa Tannock, MD, vice dean of faculty affairs and development and professor, department of internal medicine on Feb. 13, 2023.
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement and professor, department of family and community medicine on Feb. 6, 2023.
This session will review how to outline an agenda, plan an agenda item timeline, create a do-out list, and complete the do-outs/agenda items.
Presented by Alan Daugherty, PhD, DSc, chair of physiology on Feb. 1, 2023.
A lab-specific standard operating procedure (SOP) is an important document for rigor, reproducibility, and compliance. This session will define the importance of lab-specific SOPs, determine the contents of the SOP to match the expectation and operations of a specific lab, and discuss ensuring compliance with the SOP.
Presented by Richard Grondin, PhD, professor, department of neuroscience on Jan. 25, 2023.
Overview of strategies designed to promote the integrity and reproducibility of research findings, including written methods, transparent data documentation, data record retention, equipment use and maintenance, and personnel training. Objectives include writing effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), identifying elements of transparent data documentation, and implementing methods for documenting the use and maintenance of research equipment.
Nikita Gupta, MD, assistant professor, department of otolaryngology on Jan. 17, 2023.
Many of us in the College of Medicine feel as though we are allies to those underrepresented, but do not actively demonstrate this. Goal of this session is to develop an action plan for effective allyship. This session will discuss the definition of allyship to those in underrepresented groups and develop plans for effective allyship.
Fall 2022 Recordings
Presented by Merve Ozen, MD, assistant professor, department of radiology on Dec. 12, 2022.
This session discusses how to introduce resources for new faculty to support the ongoing development of communication skills, how to adjust our introduction as new faculty with evolving technology and connectivity, and how to build relationships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Presented by Eric Blalock, PhD, associate professor, department of pharmacology and nutritional sciences on Dec. 5, 2022.
This session provides real-world vignette-style examples of essential elements submitted within promotion dossiers, the potential consequences of different approaches taken by applicants, and the team-based approach of the candidate and their department in the dossier preparation and submission process.
Presented by Jessica Slone, 好色先生 HealthCare Finance Director on Nov. 29, 2022.
Learn about who is subject to the clinical compensation plan, how the plan is managed, and the process by which compensation is calculated within the plan.
Presented by Lisa Tannock, MD, vice dean for faculty affairs and development, and professor, department of internal medicine on Nov. 18, 2022.
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement, and associate professor, department of family and community medicine on Nov. 10, 2022.
This session addresses the questions of what is direct observation, why is direct observation important, what are the barriers to direct observation, what do we gain from direct observation, how do we do it, and who should do it.
Presented by Lars Peterson, MD, PhD, associate professor of family and community medicine on Nov. 3, 2022.
Presented by Jonathan Bronner, MD, associate professor, department of emergency medicine; Kristen Fletcher, MD, VA site director for internal medicine residency program; and Diana Labrada, MD, assistant professor, department of emergency medicine on Nov. 1, 2022.
This workshop introduces the fundamentals of mentorship with a case-based lean on interdepartmental networks as an alternative to the traditional mentor-mentee dyad.
Presented by Jessica Koenigsknecht-Talboo, PhD, 好色先生 Philanthropy Director of Foundation and Corporate Philanthropy, and Lou Hurst, MA, 好色先生 Research Proposal Development Officer on Oct. 28, 2022.
Learn about resources available at 好色先生 to search for funding opportunities and to help with proposal preparation and how 好色先生 Philanthropy and the Proposal Development Office can help faculty at they apply for funding.
Presented by Jessica Slone, 好色先生 HealthCare Finance Director on Oct. 18, 2022.
Learn about who is subject to the ACE compensation plan, how the plan is managed, and the process by which compensation is calculated within the plan.
Presented by Lou Hurst, MA, proposal development officer; Debra Rateri, proposal development officer; Kevin Pearson, PhD, assistant dean for diverse research initiatives, professor, department of pharmacology and nutritional sciences; Brittany Smalls, PhD, associate professor, department of family and community medicine; and Jamie Sturgill, PhD, assistant professor, department of microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics on Oct. 10, 2022.
Learn about NIH Loan Repayment Program eligibility, program categories, and documents for the application. Hear from a panel of NIH LRP recipients.
Presented by guest speaker Ushma Neil, PhD, vice president, scientific education and training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center on Oct. 4, 2022.
Mentoring trainees requires more than a one-size-fits all approach. This interactive seminar will present multiple alternatives for meeting trainees where they need to be met, along with strategies for conflict resolution, and leading diplomatic conversations.
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement, and associate professor, department of family and community medicine on Oct. 3, 2022.
Review the 5 Step Approach to Learner Individual Learning Plans (ILP's) and review creation of SMART goals.
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Presented by Lisa Tannock, MD, vice dean for faculty affairs and development, and professor, department of internal medicine on Sept. 27, 2022
Spring 2021 Recordings and Older
Documenting Your Teaching:
- Assembling a Teaching Portfolio
- 好色先生 Portfolio Requirements
- Writing a Teaching Philosophy Statement
Teaching Portfolio Session
"Win/Win Negotiations" Dr. Joe Labianc
Physician Burnout 鈥 The Trainee鈥檚 Perspective
Be the Professional
Teaching Philosophy and Portfolio
Win/Win Negotiations 鈥 Joe LaBlanca
Emotions 鈥 Conflict Resolution 鈥 Labianca
Turning Around the Worst Performers
Facing the Challenge of Change
Tips and Strategies in Responding to Manuscript Reviews
What to do if my paper is rejected?
Emotional Intelligence
Rigor and Reproducibility in Publications
Individual Precepting
ELAM Program Introduction
Make the Smart Choice - Submitting Manuscript
Orchestrating a Group 鈥 Learners at Multiple Levels 鈥 Dr. Deep
Rigor and Reproducibility from an Editor鈥檚 Perspective 鈥 Dr. Alan Daugherty
Coaching and Feedback 鈥 Dr. Deep
Essentials of Research Data Management 鈥 Lauren Robinson and Adrian Ho
Leading - Directing Team Science - Dr. Susan Smyth
How to Write an Editorial 鈥 Dr. Moliterno
You are Resilient, but are you Adaptable? 鈥 Drs. Simmons, Elam, Rudy
Individual Preceptors 鈥 Dr. Deep
How to Write a Cover Letter 鈥 Dr. Moliterno
Telemedicine and Telehealth 鈥 Dr. Jicha and Mr. Sprang
Tips and Strategies for Online Teaching 鈥 Police
Energize your course with Instructional Technology 鈥 Sara Police
Beyond Burnout: Improve Faculty Wellness Using a Systematic Approach - Dr. Daniel Shapiro
Grants, Tips, and Strategies 鈥 Dr. Douglas Andres
Research Data Management and Sharing - Robinson and Ho
I鈥檝e Got My Eye on You 鈥 Using Direct Observation as a Meaningful Teaching Tool 鈥 Drs. Twist, Wolak, and Klinger
Promotion and Tenure Ceremony - September 2020
Stress in the Shifting World: Factors and Fixes with Mareen Dennis
Conflict Management
Unit level SWARM Facilitator Training
Race Matters: Race, Racism, & Healthcare 鈥 Dr. Anita Fernander
The Top 10 Things You Must Do to Be Competitive for an R01! - Dr. Craig Rush
Social Media for the Modern Physician and How We Can Make a Difference in Medical Education
Mentee Up! How to get the most out of a mentoring relationship with Dr. John Ragsdale, Assoc. Professor
Creating a Culture of Wellness and Resilience (for learners), Dr. Amber T. Pincavage
Integrative Medicine for You and Your Specialty with Dr. Neena Thomas-Eapen, Family & Community Medicine
New Faculty Spring Orientation Program
The Art of Numbers - Putting Numbers to Work for Your Career Development - Dr. Dong Y. Han
"How to and How Not to" Procedure Teaching Workshop - Dr. Melissa Newcomb
Division Chiefs & Department Administrators - How Do I Get My Faculty Promoted?
Effective Adult Learning: 好色先生 Pathology Departments鈥 Foray into Retrieval Practice
Mentor Training
Feedback on the Fly
New Faculty Orientation
Faculty Development - Podcast
New Faculty Orientation Program Part 2
Calming the Storm: Crafting a Learner-Centric Climate
Engagement Toolkit Part 1
Promotion to Professor in the Clinical Title Series Panel
Engagement Toolkit Part 2
Responding to Professionalism Lapses in Learners: The Coach + Model
New Faculty Orientation Part 3 鈥 Research
Clinical Title Series Promotion Panel
In the Moment
How to and How Not To Procedure Teaching Workshop
Make Homework Cool: Active Learning Strategies to Engage Students Beyond a Flipped Classroom
Review of FML Application Process
Mentoring and You 鈥 New Faculty Orientation Session 4
Single Cell RNA Sequencing: from Obstacles to Successes 鈥 Morganti Lab
Teaching Clinical Reasoning: Pictionary vs. Clue
FML Application Process for Providers
In the Moment Clinical Teaching Strategies
Finding and Seeking Potential Foundation or Corporate Funders - presented by Dr. Jessica Koenigsknecht-Talboo
When Face to Face is not Possible: How to introduce yourself to new colleagues during the Pandemic
Writing a Specific Aims Page
Cross-Pollinating Good Apples: The Value of Interdepartmental Mentorship
Faculty Development for the Future
Creating a Learning Climate for Growth
Substance Use Disorders: Quick Wins for Every Specialty
PowerPoint Like a Pro(ish): Practical Tips for Improving Your Presentations
What is Scientific Rigor Panel Discussion
College of Medicine New Faculty Orientation
Preparing for your 4th Year Review: See what Dr. Priyanka Chopra Did!
Integrating Emotional Intelligence into Medical Education
Keeping Things Moving While Teaching - Drs. Newcomb, Beck, Gabriel, Hardin, Meyerson, Rebel, Reynolds, Wong
Work-Life Balance and Nutrition 鈥 Drs. Sara Police and Sylvia Ofei