They see dozens of patients each day, yet the world of a physician can be a lonely and chaotic place. The hectic nature of their schedules and demands of the job often leave little time for personal reflection, peer discussion, or professional development—especially for those who want to take on leadership roles.
“Leadership is a different experience, and you want to have some training in that area,” says Dr. Nabiha Gill, a physician in Indianapolis. “As a physician, your training focuses on your specialty and how to excel at that, but medical school doesn’t train you to be a leader.”
The Indiana State Medical Association wanted to bridge that gap. To do so, they sought out the help of IU Executive Education to create a program that helps Indiana physicians develop leadership skills and improve their own self-awareness.
“We want to help physicians reignite their purpose and find joy in it,” says Janette Helm, ISMA’s director of education and professional development. “We want to provide them with the tools they need so they can experience the highs and the joys of why they went into this profession.”