An update from the Vice Chair for the Advancement of Women’s Careers

10th Anniversary Celebration

The Forum for Women in Medicine (FWIM) celebrates its 10th anniversary this month, marking ten years of progress, empowerment, and camaraderie among its members. Founded in 2014, FWIM was established with a clear mission: to support the professional and personal development of women trainees in the Department of Medicine. Over the past ten years, we […]

An update from the Vice Chair for the Advancement of Women’s Careers

As the academic year comes to a close, it’s been wonderful to reflect on the many transitions this year. Dr. Namrata Patel has stepped into the FWIM director role with enthusiasm, determination, and innovative ideas! The newly assembled AWAM Executive Committee with members from divisions across the department met monthly over the past year to […]

An update from the Vice Chair for the Advancement of Women’s Careers

The new year brings continued enthusiasm! I’m excited to share updates on the work we’ve been doing. The Executive Committee, which has faculty representatives from almost every division and all ranks & tracts, has been hard at work strategizing for the upcoming year. The Programming Subcommittee, led by Dr. Leslie Gewin, has put together a […]

An update from the Vice Chair for the Advancement of Women’s Careers

Rakhee Bhayani, MD

We are excited to introduce the dynamic team of 27 exceptional members representing a diverse spectrum of roles within the Department of Medicine. These dedicated individuals hail from all ranks, spanning from instructors to esteemed full professors. Moreover, they represent a multitude of tracks and nearly all divisions within our department. Our committee is committed […]