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Grand Rounds, Global Health Anand Selvam, MD Grand Rounds, Global Health Anand Selvam, MD

Trouble Abroad - Recap and Commentary

The responses provided so far have been phenomenal, both insightful and provocative.  I am truly impressed.  As mentioned by several of my colleagues, many of these cases are deeply personal, not only because they involve highly vulnerable populations, but also because they may put clinical providers in harm’s way.  When we begin to discuss ethics, especially global health ethics, there is often no single correct answer to a given scenario.   We often deal with hard science and hard facts but sometimes you just have to go with your gut and do what you think is right.  If you missed the first case and initial discussion, check it out here.

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Grand Rounds Ryan LaFollette, MD Grand Rounds Ryan LaFollette, MD

Grand Rounds Summary - July 22

Dr. Miller - Leadership Curriculum

"Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe" - Abraham Lincoln

In order to lead the team, you need a reflection of what you need to improve as a leader:

  • In a survey of academic chairs, communication, decision making, collaboration and trustworthiness were the top rated characteristics
  • In a survey of UC EM residents and faculty confirmed that these apply to every level of training
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