In November 2024, Dr. Maria Baggstrom, Professor of Medicine in the Division of Oncology, presented a poster at the annual Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Learn Serve Lead Group on Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS) Poster Session that she co-authored with Dr. Rakhee Bhayani, Vice Chair of Advancing Women’s Careers and Professor of Medicine in the Division of General Medicine & Geriatrics. The poster highlights AWAM’s key priority areas, such as improving communication and transparency, career advancement and mentorship, and professional development and programming.
Over the past several years, AWAM has worked to create an inclusive, supportive environment for women faculty within the Department of Medicine. As AWAM continues to grow, it remains committed to driving positive change and serving as a model for advancing gender equity in academic medicine.