The Roads to Success educator development session was held on January 15 and 16, 2026. These sessions are held twice a year with a focus on inpatient and ambulatory teachers across the Department of Medicine, with the next one scheduled for Fall 2026. The specific date is yet to be determined.
Roads to Success
Background & History
The Division of Hospital Medicine faculty has grown significantly in the last decade, with faculty taking key roles in training students and residents. We created the 1.5-day Roads to Success seminar in 2023 to offer our faculty vital information about medical education skills, quality improvement, wellness, mentorship, career paths, and promotion strategies. The seminar combines interactive lectures with breakout small group sessions. Due to its success, the program was expanded to include faculty throughout the entire Department of Medicine.
Participants Feedback
“Liked the strong focus on teaching; seeing tips and tricks with establishing expectations for rotators/team members and linking that to effective lecture techniques was good and I think synergistic.”
“I like being able to see how my colleagues formulate short lectures; also I enjoyed connecting with my co-faculty members in the belonging and wellness activity.”
“We got to know our colleagues in a deeper more meaningful way.”
“Level of engagement is great!!”
“Advice on how to find a mentor and be a good mentee. This is something I’ve been trying to figure out since I’ve arrived at WashU and hadn’t known how to start until this talk gave me the tools.”
Additional Feedback
- Creating an exceptional learning environment in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Setting clear learner expectations and delivering impactful feedback
- Delivering engaging and effective chalk talks
- Finding the right mentors and building meaningful mentoring relationships
- Designing a successful academic career path aligned with your promotion goals
- Navigating the promotions process and crafting a compelling advancement portfolio
- Understanding how physician well-being and belonging strengthen our educational and medical mission
Join us to elevate your teaching, accelerate your career, and network with a community committed to educational excellence!
To reserve your spot, contact: Katie Sidler (k.sidler@wustl.edu)
Teachfest Royale
The Department of Medicine was proud to announce the successful participation of three distinguished educators, Drs. Bria Giacomino, Philip Budge, and Jerry Fong, in the Academy of Educators’ Teachfest Royale, held on January 27, 2026, from 11 am – 1 pm.
Teachfest provides a remarkable opportunity to build a sense of community, celebrate education, and enhance knowledge in clinical medicine and teaching techniques. Participants also enjoyed the entrance music selected by each candidate, adding a unique and personal touch to the event.
In addition to our competitors, several department educators served as judges and planning committee members, contributing to the success and organization of the event.
Upcoming Events
- Education Scholarship Series: Developing & Delivering a Regional/ National Workshop
March 11, 2026 | 2:30 – 4 pm - Teaching with Joy & Creativity Series: Exploring the Art of Improv
March 30, 2026 | 3 – 4:30 pm - Teaching with Joy & Creativity Series: Mindful Approach to Teaching with Joy
April 13, 2026 | 3 – 4:30 pm - Education Scholarship Series: Strategies to Get Your Education Work Accepted
April 30, 2026 | 3 – 4:30 pm - Education Scholarship Series: Reviewing for a MedEd Journal
May 18, 2026 | 1 – 2 pm