Stronger Together: Forming a Women in Medicine Program for Women Trainees

Course Overview

To better support women early in their medical career, the Department of Medicine at the Washington University School of Medicine founded the Forum for Women in Medicine (FWIM) in 2014. Equipping women trainees with skills as they navigate inequities in medicine, FWIM created a supportive space to help them grow and succeed by focusing on: leadership development skills, work-life balance strategies, career planning guidance, opportunities for mentor support and sponsorship, and networking opportunities. This workshop will examine and utilize AAMC Group of Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS) toolkit best practices on the development of a Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS) organization. Through interactive large and small group discussions, case-based small groups, and examples from our journey building FWIM, the workshop will demonstrate how attendees can start or enhance programs similar to FWIM at their own institutions to better support women trainees across UME and GME.

Learning Objectives

After participating in this session, attendees should be able to describe successful elements of a WIMS program.
After participating in this session, attendees should be able to identify resources, barriers, and solutions to developing a WIMS program at their institutions.
After participating in this session, attendees should be able to develop an action plan to create a WIMS program, integrating and individualizing these best practices for their own institutions.

Speakers

Maria Q. Baggstrom MD, FACP
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine

Abby L. Spencer MD, MS, FACP
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine

Rakhee K. Bhayani MD
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine

Additional Information

Year Published: 2022 - AIMW