Source:
St.
George’s
University
Hosted
by
the
SGU
School
of
Medicine
Alumni
Association,
the
discussion
included
insights
from
Sasha
Lake,
Assistant
Professor
at
SGU,
Kumkum
Sarkar
Patel,
board-certified
gastroenterologist,
Jessica
Best,
emergency
medicine
physician,
Svjetlana
Lozo,
urogynecology
and
pelvic
reconstruction
surgeon,
and
Angela
Self,
President
of
the
Tarrant
County
Medical
Society.
The
panel
highlighted
key
success
strategies
that
aspiring
female
doctors
in
South
Korea
can
apply
to
their
own
careers
in
the
industry.
Work-life
balance
starts
with
passion
Enjoying
professional
lives
and
maintaining
a
positive
work
environment
contribute
significantly
to
a
well-balanced
life.
Making
the
most
of
personal
time
and
days
off
is
essential
for
long-term
success
and
preventing
burnout
in
the
medical
field.
Finding
fulfillment
in
daily
practice
and
surrounding
oneself
with
supportive
colleagues
can
make
the
journey
more
rewarding.
Mentorship
as
a
career
compass
Having
multiple
mentors
can
provide
invaluable
guidance
throughout
a
medical
career.
Seeking
mentorship
for
professional
and
academic
development
helps
build
confidence
and
clarifies
career
pathways.
Building
a
strong
support
system
Establishing
a
reliable
network,
whether
through
friends,
family,
or
colleagues,
is
crucial
for
navigating
the
challenges
of
medical
training
and
practice.
A
strong
support
system
ensures
stability
and
resilience.
Defining
your
leadership
style
Understanding
personal
leadership
strengths
and
developing
a
personal
approach
is
key
to
advancing
in
medicine.
Recognizing
your
potential
and
embracing
unique
personal
leadership
qualities
fosters
career
growth.
Exploring flexibility in medicine
Medicine offers diverse career paths, allowing professionals to adapt and pivot if needed. Exploring different specialties and career opportunities ensures long-term engagement and fulfillment.
Brendon LaGrenade, Vice Provost and Director of Alumni Affairs at SGU, emphasized the importance of supporting and celebrating female doctors, “We are proud to acknowledge our female doctors who continue to provide excellent care and make a difference in their patients’ lives every day. Their dedication and perseverance serve as an inspiration to young women in South Korea who aspire to pursue medicine. As the healthcare landscape continues to develop, the contributions of female doctors will be instrumental in shaping the future of patient care, medical innovation, and leadership in the field.”
With women now representing just over 50 percent of SGU’s recent incoming medical classes, the next generation of female doctors is breaking barriers and shaping the future of medicine, supported by mentorship, resilience, and a strong professional network provided by SGU.
For more information on SGU and its programs, visit SGU’s website.
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