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Duration: 00:32:37

Follow the Money: A Pediatric Leader’s Guide to Academic Finance

In our latest Pediatric Insight Conversation, special guest Jamie Dimond, MBA, Executive Associate Dean for Finance and Administration at Indiana University School of Medicine, joins the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) to tackle an important topic for all pediatric leaders, “Academic Funds Flow and Faculty Compensation.”
Watch the conversation for practical insights on:
  • What leaders really need to know about finance
  • How faculty effort and compensation are determined
  • Why alignment between the medical school, hospital and faculty practice is critical

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Additional Resources

Core Leadership Competencies, Business of Medicine

Funds flow: What you need to know, Gabrielle Redford, AAMC News, AAMC.org

Meet the Panel.

Wesley D. Millican, MBA

CEO and Physician Talent Officer, CareerPhysician

Craig Hillemeier, MD

CEO Emeritus, Penn State Health Dean Emeritus, Professor of Pediatrics, Penn State University

Jamie Dimond, MBA

Executive Associate Dean for Finance and Administration, Indiana University School of Medicine

F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

Professor and Chair Emeritus, University of Washington School of Medicine; Chair, Child Health Advisory Council

Danielle Laraque-Arena, MD, FAAP

President and Professor Emerita, SUNY Upstate Medical University

Bruce Rubin, MEngr, MD, MBA, FRCPC

Professor and Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University

Robert S. Sawin, MD

Emeritus Professor and Surgeon in Chief, Seattle Children's Hospital and University of Washington

Jon Hayes

Executive Vice President, Child Health, CareerPhysician; Former President, Oklahoma Children’s Hospital

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Duration: 00:28:28

The Go-or-No-Go Decision

Every leadership search reaches a defining moment: the candidate’s final decision.

What turns an opportunity into a clear “yes” or causes a candidate to hesitate?

In this Pediatric Insight, the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) members share factors that influence the final decision and how institutions can create the trust and transparency that lead to successful recruitment.

Moderated by Dr. Bruder Stapleton, the council answers:

  • What are some of the key issues candidates struggle with when faced with the final step of accepting a position?
  • How can an institution make the choice less challenging?
  • How do you advise a mentee when they are struggling with finalizing a search position?

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Meet the Panel.

Wesley D. Millican, MBA

CEO and Physician Talent Officer, CareerPhysician

F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

Professor and Chair Emeritus, University of Washington School of Medicine; Chair, Child Health Advisory Council

Craig Hillemeier, MD

CEO Emeritus, Penn State Health Dean Emeritus, Professor of Pediatrics, Penn State University

DANIELLE LARAQUE-ARENA, MD, FAAP

President and Professor Emerita, SUNY Upstate Medical University

Valerie Opipari, MD

Professor and Chair Emerita, Pediatrics, University of Michigan School of Medicine and C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

Arnold (Arnie) Strauss, MD

Emeritus Professor and Chair of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Bruce Rubin, MEngr, MD, MBA, FRCPC

Professor and Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University

Robert S. Sawin, MD

Emeritus Professor and Surgeon in Chief, Seattle Children's Hospital and University of Washington

Jon Hayes

Executive Vice President, Child Health, CareerPhysician; Former President, Oklahoma Children’s Hospital

Learn more about the Child Health Advisory Council. Click here.

Have a question or a topic you’d like us to discuss in a future conversation? Send us an email.

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Duration: 00:32:49

GME Leader Qualities

What separates a good program director from a great one?

In our latest Pediatric Insight discussion, special guests Dr. Chloe Douglas, from Oregon Health and Science University, and Dr. J. Gene Chen, from Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU, both share what makes a good GME leader. From being present and approachable to understanding clinical realities, their insights spark a candid conversation with the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) that’s packed with practical advice on recruiting, developing and retaining exceptional GME leaders.

Moderated by Dr. Bruce Rubin, this is an excellent discussion where you’ll walk away with ideas you can put into action immediately.

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Meet the Panel.

Wesley D. Millican, MBA

CEO and Physician Talent Officer, CareerPhysician

Bruce Rubin, MEngr, MD, MBA, FRCPC

Professor and Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University

Chloe Douglas, MD

Assistant Professor, Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Nephrology, Doernbecher Children's Hospital/Oregon Health & Science University

J. Gene Chen, MD, MHS

Program Director, Pediatric Residency; Professor, Division of Critical Care Medicine, Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU

Craig Hillemeier, MD

CEO Emeritus, Penn State Health Dean Emeritus, Professor of Pediatrics, Penn State University

Valerie Opipari, MD

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Professor and Chair Emerita, Pediatrics, University of Michigan School of Medicine and C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

Robert S. Sawin, MD

Pediatric Surgeon, Emeritus Professor and Surgeon in Chief, Seattle Children's Hospital and University of Washington

F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

Professor and Chair Emeritus, University of Washington School of Medicine; Chair, Child Health Advisory Council

Learn more about the Child Health Advisory Council. Click here.

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Duration: 00:26:05

Balancing Candidate Obligations During the Search Process

From navigating multiple opportunities to determining when and how to communicate with current leadership and colleagues — what should you expect from candidates when juggling these commitments?

In the latest Pediatric Insight, council members discuss the candidate’s obligations during the search process and how professionalism, transparency and protecting relationships all play a role.

Listen to the conversation for key insights on balancing honesty and etiquette throughout the recruitment process.

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Meet the Panel.

Wesley D. Millican, MBA

CEO and Physician Talent Officer, CareerPhysician

F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

Professor and Chair Emeritus, University of Washington School of Medicine; Chair, Child Health Advisory Council

Craig Hillemeier, MD

CEO Emeritus, Penn State Health Dean Emeritus, Professor of Pediatrics, Penn State University

Danielle Laraque-Arena, MD, FAAP

President and Professor Emerita, SUNY Upstate Medical University

Bruce Rubin, MEngr, MD, MBA, FRCPC

Professor and Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University

Arnold (Arnie) Strauss, MD

Emeritus Professor and Chair of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Robert S. Sawin, MD

Pediatric Surgeon, Emeritus Professor and Surgeon in Chief, Seattle Children's Hospital and University of Washington

Learn more about the Child Health Advisory Council. Click here.

Have a question or a topic you’d like us to discuss? Send us an email.

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Duration: 00:17:28

Part 2: Common Recruitment Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

In Part 2 of our latest Pediatric Insight conversation, the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) members discuss common pitfalls that can derail making a deal with a candidate and how to avoid them. Learn from their personal experiences and outcomes so your process is streamlined, has transparency and maintains momentum from start to finish. 

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Duration: 00:19:41

Part 1: The Art of Building a Competitive Recruitment Package

How do you approach negotiations with candidates? Hear from this esteemed group of emeritus pediatric leaders, who comprise the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC), on what they prioritized, how they balanced internal needs, and non-traditional ways they put together packages that set the foundation for long-term success.

In the latest Pediatric Insight episode, you’ll hear the CHAC discuss successful strategies in building recruitment packages including:
• Start with alignment and transparency
• Rely on your relationships – they set the foundation
• Establish and cultivate trust
• Timing is everything

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Meet the Panel.

Wesley D. Millican, MBA

CEO and Physician Talent Officer, CareerPhysician

Craig Hillemeier, MD

CEO Emeritus, Penn State Health Dean Emeritus, Professor of Pediatrics, Penn State University

Peggy Troy, MSN, RN

Emerita President and Chief Executive Officer, Children's Wisconsin

F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

Professor and Chair Emeritus, University of Washington School of Medicine; Chair, Child Health Advisory Council

Danielle Laraque-Arena, MD, FAAP

President and Professor Emerita, SUNY Upstate Medical University

Bruce Rubin, MEngr, MD, MBA, FRCPC

Professor and Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University

Valerie Opipari, MD

Professor and Chair Emerita, University of Michigan School of Medicine

Arnold (Arnie) Strauss, MD

Emeritus Professor and Chair of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Robert S. Sawin, MD

Pediatric Surgeon, Emeritus Professor and Surgeon in Chief, Seattle Children's Hospital and University of Washington

Learn more about the Child Health Advisory Council. Click here.

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Duration: 00:24:37

Navigating the Finalist Visit

The recruitment process can be long in academic child health but it’s critical to pay even more attention to the final visit as you did for the first one. This is a time of a deep bidirectional conversation, evaluation and understanding of future needs and goals for both candidates and leadership.

These discussions can allow addressing potential future challenges and openly communicate any questions about how the candidate can succeed.

Approached strategically, the final visit can spark long-term collaboration around a shared vision. Listen to the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) break down why in the latest Pediatric Insight, “Navigating the Finalist Visit.”

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Meet the Panel.

Wesley D. Millican, MBA

CEO and Physician Talent Officer, CareerPhysician

F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

Professor and Chair Emeritus, University of Washington School of Medicine; Chair, Child Health Advisory Council

Danielle Laraque-Arena, MD, FAAP

President and Professor Emerita, SUNY Upstate Medical University

Craig Hillemeier, MD

CEO Emeritus, Penn State Health Dean Emeritus, Professor of Pediatrics, Penn State University

Jon Hayes

Executive Vice President, Child Health, CareerPhysician

Bruce Rubin, MEngr, MD, MBA, FRCPC

Professor and Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University

Arnold (Arnie) Strauss, MD

Emeritus Professor and Chair of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Peggy Troy, MSN, RN

Emerita President and Chief Executive Officer, Children's Wisconsin

Learn more about the Child Health Advisory Council. Click here.

Have a question or a topic you’d like us to discuss? Send us an email.

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Duration: 00:23:01

Family and Partner Considerations During Recruitment of Academic Faculty: Part 2

In part two of our latest Pediatric Insight conversation, members of the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) reflect on the institutional approaches that help ensure recruitment processes remain thoughtful, inclusive, and successful over the long term. The conversation highlights the importance of early communication, collaboration across departments, and recognizing the many factors that influence a candidate’s decision to join and stay with an institution.

When institutions approach recruitment with that level of care and intentionality, it strengthens both faculty retention and the communities we ultimately serve.

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Duration: 00:17:03

Family and Partner Considerations During Recruitment of Academic Faculty: Part 1

When recruiting academic faculty, the conversation extends far beyond contracts and credentials. Family and partner considerations often play a pivotal role in whether a candidate ultimately says yes.

In this Pediatric Insight conversation, Danielle Laraque-Arena, MD, FAAP, moderates a thoughtful discussion where the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) members cover how institutions can strategically and authentically address family needs throughout the recruitment process.

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Watch the Conversation.

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Meet the Panel.

Wesley D. Millican, MBA

CEO and Physician Talent Officer, CareerPhysician

Danielle Laraque-Arena, MD, FAAP

President and Professor Emerita, SUNY Upstate Medical University

Jon Hayes

Executive Vice President, Child Health, CareerPhysician

Valerie Opipari, MD

Professor and Chair Emerita, University of Michigan School of Medicine and C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

Bruce Rubin, MEngr, MD, MBA, FRCPC

Professor and Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University

Robert S. Sawin, MD

Pediatric Surgeon, Emeritus Professor and Surgeon in Chief, Seattle Children's Hospital and University of Washington

F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

Professor and Chair Emeritus, University of Washington School of Medicine; Chair, Child Health Advisory Council

Arnold (Arnie) Strauss, MD

Emeritus Professor and Chair of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Peggy Troy, MSN, RN

Emerita President and Chief Executive Officer, Children's Wisconsin

Learn more about the Child Health Advisory Council. Click here.

Have a question or a topic you’d like us to discuss? Send us an email.

Pediatric Insight: Candid Conversations on Pediatric Leadership
Pediatric Insight: Candid Conversations on Pediatric Leadership
Episode 50: Recruitment and Career Development of Physician Scientists, part 2
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Drs. Arnold (Arnie) Strauss and Kathryn M. Edwards continue the conversation in part two of “Recruitment and Career Development of Physician Scientists.” Topics covered include protected time, lab space, Scientific Oversight Committee and maintaining long-term perspective.

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Duration: 00:15:12

Recruitment and Career Development of Physician Scientists | Part Two

Drs. Arnold Strauss and Kathryn M. Edwards continue the conversation on physician-scientists. Topics covered include protected time, lab space, Scientific Oversight Committee and maintaining long-term perspective.

Special guests for part two include Drs. D. Brent Polk, Richard Shugerman and Danielle Laraque-Arena.

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Resources and Related Topics.

Part 2

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Part 1

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Meet the Panel.

Bruder Stapleton, CareerPhysician, Child Health Advisory Council, Pediatric Insight

F. Bruder Stapleton, MD
Pediatric Nephrologist

Arnold (Arnie) Strauss, Child Health Advisory Council, CareerPhysician, Pediatric Insight

Arnold Strauss, MD
Pediatric Cardiologist

Kathryn M. Edwards, MD
Pediatric Infectious Disease Physician

John Frohna, MD, MPH
General Academic Pediatrics

Danielle Laraque-Arena, MD, CareerPhysician, Pediatric Insight

Danielle Laraque-Arena, MD
Child Abuse Pediatrics

marva moxey mims

Marva Moxey-Mims, MD
Pediatric Nephrologist

D. Brent Polk, MD
Gastroenterologist

richard ruddy

Richard Ruddy, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician

Richard Shugerman, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician

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Pediatric Insight: Candid Conversations on Pediatric Leadership
Pediatric Insight: Candid Conversations on Pediatric Leadership
Episode 49: Recruitment and Career Development of Physician Scientists
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Moderated by Drs. Arnold Strauss and Kathryn Edwards, this Pediatric Insight episode discusses how leaders can initiate and foster the careers of clinical and laboratory investigators. Topics covered include resource needs and costs, advice for young people at institutions without CTSAs, and how the chief or chair can facilitate networking both internally and with other institutions. Special guests in part 1 of this conversation include Drs. D. Brent Polk, Marva Moxey-Mims, John Frohna and Richard Ruddy. Part 2 guests will include Drs. Richard Shugerman and Danielle Laraque-Arena.