Elite Sports Coverage
Drs. Ellen Casey and Monica Rho will discuss their experiences covering the USA Gymnastics Women’s National Team and US Women’s National Soccer Team, respectively.  They will go over education and work experiences that led to these positions and also discuss events like Olympic Coverage and the World Cup.
Faculty: Ellen Casey, MD, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS, New York, NY); Monica Rho, MD, Shirley Ryan Ability Lab

Advocating Through Social Media
In this session, we will discuss advocating for yourself and our specialty through the responsible use of social media. Both Dr. Gutierrez and Dr. Finger have social media profiles that advocate for growth and education of our field and other topics related to wellness, disability, and inclusion.
Faculty: Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, MD, UT Health, San Antonio; Nicolet Finger, DO, UT Health San Antonio

Adaptive Sports Medicine
Join Dr. Mark Fisher as he discusses adaptive physical activity, sports, and common medical considerations, as well as ways to get involved.
Faculty: Mark Fisher, MD, Children’s Mercy Kansas City


DAY 2: Transitioning to Adulthood (Professional Development)

Financial Well-being
Dr. Nathan Barford will share the basics of setting yourself up for financial success at the beginning of your career.
Faculty: Nathan Barford, DO, University of Rochester Medical Center

Stump the Physiatrist!
Drs. Asad Siddiqi and Zach Bailowitz will use polling and audience feedback to engage participants as they share 3-4 complex/intersectional neuro/musculoskeletal type cases that highlight some of the cross-disciplinary skills they use as physiatrists.
Faculty: Asad Siddiqi, DO, CAQSM, RMSK, New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital; Weill Cornell Medical College; Zachary Bailowitz, MD, Kaiser Permanente and Richmond Medical Centers, Oakland, CA

Contract Negotiation
Drs. James McDeavitt and Greg Worsowicz will discuss items to look at when negotiating your first contract.  They will go over tips and tricks of what to ask for and how.  They will also discuss the viewpoint of the future employer/chair and the department needs in hiring a new faculty member.
Faculty: James McDeavitt, MD, Baylor College of Medicine; Greg Worsowicz, MD, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL