Empowering Future Healers: Insights on Diversity and Boundaries

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In this episode, Joy Rios engages speaks with Dr. Monica Lypson, Vice Dean for Education at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Lypson shares her inspiring journey from the south side of Chicago to a prominent role in medical education, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, diversity, and effective communication in healthcare. The discussion delves into the challenges of expressing emotions and setting boundaries in a medical setting, as well as the value of learning from the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Episode Highlights

00:00:28 - Meet Monica Lypson

00:01:05 - Monica's Journey in Medicine

00:05:42 - Comfort in Patient Interactions

00:06:06 - Teaching Communication Skills

00:10:14 - Diversity in Medical Training

00:15:14 - Setting Boundaries and Emotions

00:16:19 - Learning from the Next Generation

00:17:41 - Embracing Discomfort in Learning

00: 18:12 - How to Connect with Monica

Stay connected to Monica Lypson:

• LinkedIn | Twitter
• Columbia Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons | LinkedIn