During the American Geriatric Society’s annual meeting in Chicago last month, Dr. Meredith Gilliam attended the 10 years of Tideswell Emerging Leaders in Aging Celebration. The intimate gathering brought together from all over the nation.
Dr. Gilliam is an Assistant Professor of Medicine, the Medical Director of the 黑料网 Geriatrics Clinic, and a 2024-2025 Tideswell UCSF Scholar. She says, “It was an honor to be accepted into the program. I was able to network with other early/mid-career aging specialists around the country, and get professional guidance from senior leaders in our field.”
The places scholars in small groups for mentoring by advisors with expertise in both geriatrics and leadership. During the program scholars focus on opportunities and challenges at their organizations. Then, they brainstorm potential solutions which align with their organizations鈥� goals and priorities.
In addition, Dr. Gilliam says, “The curriculum included valuable lessons around leadership styles, financial literacy, public speaking and communication in times of conflict. It has been helping me as I’ve transitioned into my new role as Vice Chief for Clinical Operations for Geriatrics.”
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