Session Recordings

Track 1: Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Coaching in Academic Medicine

Mentoring and Faculty Development Ginger Clark, Associate Vice Provost for Academic and Faculty Affairs October 7, 2026
Departmental Mentoring Showcase: Lessons Learned and Q&A Michelle Dexter, PhD., and Barbara Van Noppen PhD. March 3, 2027
Sponsorship and Career Advancement for Asian Medical Faculty Dale Sebastian, MBBS, MD, FAPA April 7, 2027
Forget a Mentor, Find a Sponsor Book Discussion Cindy Crusto, PhD May 5, 2027

Track 2: Navigating Professionalism in Academic Medicine

How Professionalism Concerns Are Addressed at USC Jessica Lew, JD., Sascha Heller, JD., and Tsasia Mercado September 9, 2026	Recording Link
Title IX Orientation Jessica Lew, JD., and Tsasia Mercado October 14, 2026
Professionalism Case Studies in Academic Medicine Jessica Lew, JD, Sascha Heller, JD, and Tsasia Mercado December 9, 2026
Responding to Professionalism Concerns as a Colleague or Leader Sascha Heller, JD., and Linda Hoos, JD. January 13, 2027
Bystander Responsibility and Reporting Kris Reed, MBA February 10, 2027
Managing Conflict Before it Escalates Thomas Kosakowski, JD March 10, 2027

Track 3: Early Career Faculty Foundations for a Successful Academic Career

Having It All: What the Data Tells Us About Women’s Lives and How to Get the Most Out of Yours

Corrine Low, PhD

October 21, 2026

Leading Through Connection: Leveraging Keck School of Medicine Culture and Engagement Initiatives for Career Growth and Impact

Cindy Crusto, PhD

December 16, 2026

Retirement Planning for Early Career Professionals

Debbie Jones, MPA

February 17, 2027

Track 4: Leadership in Academic Medicine: Leading with Purpose in Times of Change

Inside the Chair Role: Leadership, Decisions, and Career Pathways

Jehni Robinson, MD., Jane Emmerson, MD., Jay Lieberman, MD

October 28, 2026

Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Leadership Programs

Tracey Pickard, MS Ed

January 27, 2027

90 Days Until Retirement
Debbie Jones, MPA

March 24, 2027

Building Psychological Safety in Academic Medicine: Foundations, Strategies, and Practical Tools for Faculty Leaders

Cynthia Herrington, MD

September 20, 2026

Other Professional Development Opportunities

Artificial Intelligence Tools for Work Efficiency
David Friedland, MD, PhD

October 30, 2025

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Your Name, Your Work: ORCID and Research Visibility
Jennifer Dinalo, PhD, MLIS

November 13, 2025

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Navigating Open Access: From NIH Policy to Publishing Support

Jennifer Dinalo, PhD, MLIS

January 12, 2026

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Leading with Intention and Heart in Academic Medicine – Harnessing Intrapersonal Wisdom

Daryn H. David, PhD, PCC

June 1, 2026

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Leading with Intention and Heart in Academic Medicine – Cultivating Connection

Daryn H. David, PhD, PCC

June 15, 2026

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Leading with Intention and Heart in Academic Medicine – Seeding Transformation

Daryn H. David, PhD, PCC

June 29, 2026

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Leadership Strategies for Addressing Professionalism Concerns

Kris Reed, M.B.A., M.A

September 16, 2026

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Mental Health Problems in Early-Career Researchers: State of the Evidence and Support Strategies

Aljoscha Dreisoerner, PhD

September 18, 2026

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Change the Wallpaper: The Science of How Environments Shape Performance, Belonging, and Professional Growth

Nilanjana Dasgupta, PhD

November 12, 2026

Track 1: Appointments and Merit Review

Promotion Information for Junior Faculty Ruth Wood, PhDAugust 6, 2025	Recording Link
Writing Your Personal Statement Ruth Wood, PhD September 3, 2025	Recording Link
Promotion for Tenure-track Faculty Ruth Wood, PhD October 1, 2025	There is no recording available for this session.
Preparing a USC-format CV Ruth Wood, PhD November 5, 2025	Recording Link
The New-and-Improved Merit Review Process Ruth Wood, PhD December 3, 2025	There is no recording available for this session.
Panel Discussion with Recently-Promoted Faculty Ruth Wood, PhD January 7, 2026	Recording Link
Research Resources at Keck and USC Ruth Wood, PhD February 4, 2026	Recording Link Presentation Slides
Teaching Resources at Keck and USC Ruth Wood, PhD March 4, 2026
Service Opportunities at Keck, USC and Beyond Ruth Wood, PhD April 1, 2026	Recording Link
Life in Los Angeles: where to Keck faculty live? Ruth Wood, PhD May 6, 2026	Recording Link
Promotion for Associate Professors Ruth Wood, PhD June 3, 2026	Recording Link

Track 2: Retirement and Career Transitions

Understanding Retirement Options and Financial Planning Basics Fernando RinconKeri Marroquin, MPADarlene Daniels, BSJoshua Felsenfeld (Fidelity) August 13, 2025	Recording Link. Please note, the presentation from Fidelity for this session could not be recorded.
Navigating Health Care and Benefits in Retirement Keri Marroquin, MPADarlene Daniels, BSJoshua Felsenfeld (Fidelity)September 10, 2025	Recording Link. Please note, the presentation from Fidelity for this session could not be recorded.
Creating a Personal Retirement Timeline and Action Plan Debbie Jones, MPA October 8, 2025	Recording Link View presentation slides here.
Phased Retirement and Emeritus Status Debbie Jones, MPANovember 12, 2025	Recording Link
Retirement and Career Transitions Panel Moderated by: Cindy Crusto, PhD Featured Panelists: Michael Cousineau MPH, Dr.PH Jack M. Berger MS, MD, Ph.D. Jean Richardson, Dr.PH John Donovan, MD December 10, 2025	Recording Link
Staying Connected: Alumni, Retiree, and Former Faculty Engagement Opportunities Chelsea Knott, MA Molly Gervais, BA March 11, 2026	Recording Link
90 Days to Retirement: Navigating Your Final Steps with Confidence Keri Marroquin, MPA April 8, 2026	Recording Link View presentation slides here.

Track 3: Junior Faculty: Foundations for a Successful Academic Career

Understanding Your Academic Medical Center: Structure, Culture, and Strategy Shawn Sheffield, MBA, MHSA August 20, 2025	Recording Link
Thriving Professionally and Personally at USC Lynette Merriman, EdD, Lara Hilton, PhD, & Dara Marino, MSW September 19, 2025	Recording Link
Launching Your Academic Career: Finding Focus and Setting Goals Sonia Michail, MD, CPE, FAAP, AGAF October 15, 2025	Recording Link
Strategic Career Planning: Using IDPs and Mentoring Networks to Shape Your Academic Path Elizabeth Burner, MD November 19, 2025	Recording Link
How to Talk to Your Division Chief or Chair About Your Goals Steve Siegel, MD December 17, 2025	Recording Link
Turning Your Work into Scholarship for the Clinician Educators Cha Chi Fung, PhD February 11, 2026 *This session was rescheduled from January 21st	Recording Link
Managing Time and Energy in Academic Medicine Mark Agulnik, MD February 18, 2026	Recording Link View presentation slides here
USC/Keck School Resources to Support Your Research Career Thomas Buchanan, MD March 18, 2026	Recording Link
Building a Network of Mentors, Sponsors, and Collaborators Shrikanth (Shri) Narayanan, PhD April 15, 2026	Recording Link

Track 4: Leading with Purpose: Aligning Goals, Time, and Engagement for a Sustainable Academic Career

Recalibrating Purpose and Career Direction at Mid- to Senior Career Ricky Bluthenthal, PhD August 27, 2025	Recording Link
Introduction to Crucial Conversations: Building Skills for High-Stakes Dialogue Kenna Cottrill, PhD Mark Wedell, MA September 24, 2025	Please note that this session could not be recorded, though we are able to provide a copy of the presentation slides. Please see here.
Maximizing Clinical Efficiency David Friedland, MD October 22, 2025	Recording Link
Leading and Managing Multidisciplinary Projects Bradley Peterson, MD January 28, 2026	Recording Link
Leadership Readiness: Assessing and Preparing for Senior Roles Lourdes Baez Conde, PhD February 25, 2026	Recording Link Presentation Slides
Psychological Safety and Inclusive Learning Environments Michelle Dexter, PhD March 25, 2026	Recording Link

Track 5: Leadership Journey & Institutional Leadership

Organizational and Team Leadership: Framing and Reframing as a Key Leader Tool

Jennifer L. Phillips, D.L.S.

October 29, 2025

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Defining Moments Under Pressure: How You Show Up When It Matters Most

John Hill, MBA

April 29, 2026

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Presentation Slides

KSOM Faculty Caregiving Series – Spring 2026

Caregiving in America: What the Data Tells Us and Implications for Academic Faculty Donna Benton, PhD January 15, 2026	Recording Link
Caring for Aging Loved Ones Christian Frost, Workplace Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments January 29, 2026	View Presentation Slides
Navigating Leave, Flexibility, and Support at the Keck School Featured Speakers: Joselin Gaitan, CLMS – HR Supervisor Heidy Ramos Garibaldo, PHR – Senior Specialist, Leave of Absence (LOA) Pasqualina Yslas – Senior Faculty Affairs Coordinator, Keck School of Medicine Faculty Affairs Jacqueline Garcia, MPA – Human Resources Generalist February 26, 2026	Recording Link
AI as a Personal Assistant: Tools for Caregivers and Faculty Francesca Falzarano, PhD March 26, 2026	Recording Link

Past Events

Peer Coaching Workshop Dr. Amery Treble-Barna, PhD, PCMay 27, 2025Watch recording
Negotiation for Faculty in Academic Medicine Anees Chagpar, MD, MBA, MPH, FACS, FRCSMay 21, 2025Watch recording
Bias in Letter of Recommendation Writing Yesenia Greeff, MDMay 7, 2025Watch recording
Vanguard’s Principles of Investing VanguardApril 30, 2025Watch recording
Faculty Retirement Basics for Department Chairs and Administrators April 30, 2025 Watch recording
Advancing to Full Professor: Strategies for Success in Academic Medicine Ruth Wood, PhDApril 23, 2025Watch recording
Practical Advice for Writing a Cover Letter Sarah GainesApril 16, 2025Watch recording
Mastering the Art of Mentorship: A Path to Career Success in Academic Medicine Ruth Wood, PhD April 2, 2025 Watch recording
Getting on Track for Retirement VanguardMarch 26, 2025Watch recording
Timeline to Retirement VanguardFebruary 26, 2025Watch recording

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2026-2027 Faculty PD Series

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Past Events