Dr. Really-good-at-her-job and that grateful feeling This post reflects on gratitude as a genuine wellness practice while warning against using it to excuse injustice. It highlights how the phrase “you should...

"..warning to Drs. Really-good-at-their-job everywhere. Accepting harmful conditions or unfair treatment... is NOT wellness."
Another leadership lesson. Hope you enjoy it and learn.
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The Most Complicit Compliment This powerful blog post critiques the phrase “They are threatened by you” as a harmful, backhanded form of dismissal often directed at women of color in...

Excellent blog post from @ssotto.bsky.social #HerAcademicVoice rings extremely true. Leadership is about accountability. Dr. Ally-in-Name-Only, do not diminish me because I am competent and a Dr. Really-Good-at-Her-Job. We can be stronger as a team! www.sylksotto.com/the-most-com...

New pub alert from Dr. Sacha Sharp Authors explored how #meded lit reps the experiences of LHS+ women across the continuum of medicine. Despite a few meaningful insights, the lit reveals a stark underrepresentation of LHS+ women’s voices. #HerAcademicVoice www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

You do not have to feel the impact of a policy in order to have empathy and compassion for others. You also do not need to have their same identities, experiences, or be in their shoes.
#HerAcademicVoice #dobetter world.

Does silence as a faculty retention strategy in academic medicine and health sciences work? Silence as a leadership strategy in academic medicine worsens faculty disengagement and turnover, especially among marginalized groups, and must be replaced with active dialogue and accountability to ...

More musings: Does silence as a faculty retention strategy work?
Short answer: Nope
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White Paper: Benevolent Sexism in Academic Medicine This study explores how benevolent sexism—subtle, seemingly positive but ultimately harmful attitudes—affects women faculty and staff in academic medicine....

Sharing our White Paper abt. Benevolent Sexism in academic medicine. BvS often hides behind the language of support or care, but its effects are real, missed opportunities, punishes ambition, with women seen as “ungrateful”.
#medsky #HerAcademicVoice

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Dr. Tasha Alston, PH.D., MSW has been a busy scholar.
Check out her book:
Health, Parenting, and Community Perspectives on Black Fatherhood: Defying Stereotypes and Amplifying Strengths
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Today, a very impressive shout out to my friend Khadijah Breathett, MD, MS, FACC, FAHA, FHFSA
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Dr. Breathett is the new executive director of the Krannert Cardiovascular Research Center and endowed Charles Fisch Chair in Cardiology at Indiana University School of Medicine #HerAcademicVoice

I know it is not the time. Who wants that headache? But just trying to test how I feel writing in this journal… #HerAcademicVoice

Repeat w me: Everyone should appeal their grant terminations. To not do so may make some believe that your research is not important, that you are willing to give up on your life’s work, that the university can fund itself, & you don’t need students, trainees, & staff #academy #HerAcademicVoice

Dr. Judy Marquez Kiyama Dr. Judy Marquez Kiyama is a professor in the Center for the Study of Higher Education, Department of Educational Policy Studies and Practice, at the...

Meet Dr. Judy Marquez Kiyama, a Prof in the Center for the Study of Higher Education, Dept of Educational Policies Studies & Practice at Univ of Arizona. #HerAcademicVoice interrogates systems of power and is committed to understanding cultural and collective resources. sylksotto.com/dr-judy-marq...

As bad as “institutional betrayal” feels, I cannot speak to how much worse “institutional neutrality”. Even the concept of “rethinking”, which we all have to do now-feels like complicit, complacent, and falling in line…
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Amplifying #HerAcademicVoice is crucial to breaking down barriers in academia. It’s time to uplift & celebrate their research, ideas, & leadership. Every voice matters. Let’s ensure #HerAcademicVoice is heard, valued, and respected across all disciplines. #academicsky #womeninmedicine #morequalified

Through #HerAcademicVoice, I’ve witnessed firsthand how powerful it is to share stories that are often overlooked. It’s about amplifying the strength, wisdom, and unique perspectives of women who are making a difference in academia, research, and beyond.

Reflecting on my #HerAcademicVoice, I’m filled w. gratitude for the incredible friends & colleagues I’ve met. Their stories of resilience, passion, & unwavering commitment to their fields are a source of inspiration not just for me, but for everyone who’s had the privilege of hearing their voices.

Dr. Tiffany Gary-Webb Dr. Tiffany Gary-Webb received a BS in Biology from the Pennsylvania State University and an MHS and PhD in Epidemiology from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg...

It’s a privilege to highlight my new friend, Dr. Tiffany Gary-Webb for #HerAcademicVoice. Her current work focuses on: social det. of diabetes and obesity-Developing interventions to improve outcomes for Black & URP-Translating research into real-world practice. Visit : sylksotto.com/dr-tiffany-g...

One thing I’ve learned from highlighting women through #HerAcademicVoice is that there’s no one-size-fits-all path to Science and success in academia. During the @standupforscience.bsky.social I would like to remind you to check amazing scholars & my friends @https://sylksotto.com/heracademicvoice

Meet Dr. Tripp, Assoc Prof of Emergency Medicine, EMS faculty & Medical Director of 4 diff EMS agencies. #HerAcademicVoice empowers others to break barriers and push boundaries. Dr. Tripp was a Commander in the US Navy Reserves and served as a flight surgeon.https://sylksotto.com/dr-rickquel-tripp

Dr. Natalie Guerrero Dr. Natalie Guerrero, the proud daughter of Mexican immigrants, was born and raised in Chicago. A first-generation college graduate, she earned a B.A. in...

Meet Dr. Natalie Guerrero, the proud daughter of Mexican immigrants, was born & raised in Chicago. A first-gen college grad. She earned an MD & a Ph.D. in Population Health Sciences w. a deep commitment to addressing mental health disparities. #HerAcademicVoice sylksotto.com/dr-natalie-g...

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More than ever we need to support each other. I am proud to have the best network of colleagues and friends. #HerAcademicVoice has more than qualified women for any position they'd like to pursue. No impostor syndrome allowed. Check out these great scholars at lnkd.in/g-vzqPGf

HerAcademicVoice sylksotto.com highlights WoC scholars, experts, and friends from her professional network. While here check out the rest of the website for services and more.

Meet Dr. Mehret Birru Talabi, M.D., Ph.D. faculty in the Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology at the University of Pittsburgh and an Assistant Dean in the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. #HerAcademicVoice for more info visit sylksotto.com/heracademicv...

Meet Dr. Lorie Johnson-Osho. She is a dedicated higher Ed professional, serves as Director of Faculty Diversity & Development @ University of Pittsburgh -she brings a wealth of experience in creating strat initiatives that foster inclusive env for students, faculty, and staff. #HerAcademicVoice

Dr. Mehret Birru Talabi Mehret Birru Talabi M.D., Ph.D. (Epidemiology) is an assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology at the...

Meet Dr. Mehret Birru Talabi, Faculty and an Assistant Dean. She founded & directs the Women’s and Reproductive Health Rheumatology Clinic. She is an NIH funded researcher. #HerAcademicVoice sylksotto.com/dr-mehret-bi... Committed to #meded, co-directs the Medical Scientist Training Program (MDPhD).

HerAcademicVoice sylksotto.com highlights WoC scholars, experts, and friends from her professional network. While here check out the rest of the website for services and more.

#HerAcademicVoice intends to highlight amazing scholars in my network. Visit sylksotto.com/heracademicv... to learn more—invite them, collaborate. For exple, Dr. Lorie Johnson- Osho passionate abt developing a prof & leadership prog designed-support African American Women highered Administrators.

Dr. Giovanni Rodriguez Giovanni Rodriguez, MD is first generation Latina that practices emergency medicine at Mass General Hospital in Boston, MA. She is also a Commonwealth Fund...

Meet Dr. Giovanni Rodriguez, 1st gen, practices emergency medicine @ Mass General. A Commonwealth Fund Fellow in Minority Health Policy at Harvard & has pursued innovative initiatives to address systemic disparities. Follow her on LinkedIn & learn more sylksotto.com/dr-giovanni-... #HerAcademicVoice

Ok, not funny. Heavy traffic? Are we all doing lit reviews at the same time? #heracademicvoice #academicmedicine

Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera is a fierce advocate for justice-centered work and humanizing approaches in educational environments. She has served in education...

Good energy! Meet our friend, Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera. She is a fierce advocate for justice-centered work & humanizing approaches in ed environments. #HerAcademicVoice & research centers identity-affirming environments & quant to examine inclusivity in classrooms. www.sylksotto.com/dr-erica-buc...

Meet Dr. Pennie Gregory. She has 20+ yrs of experience as an educator. She is currently in the Doctor of Education Leadership prog @ Harvard Graduate School of Ed. In 2022, she founded EdPlus LLC. Check out her LinkedIn profile and #HerAcademicVoice at www.sylksotto.com/heracademicv...

Sylk S. on LinkedIn: #heracademicvoice What a few days! Heading back home from a conference and wanted to share my OOO. Here are some tips that I follow well: Consider sending emails to colleagues,…

Conferencing? Here are my fave tips. For others visit: www.linkedin.com/in/sylksotto/ ~Find time for self-care. Don't stay in the hotel the entire time unless said hotel has a spa. ~If you can stay an extra day, do it. Use it as a writing retreat. #HerAcademicVoice #facultydevelopment

Meet Michelle Van Scoyk, a Lab Manager & Research Scientist at the Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, Virginia Commonwealth University. With over 20 years of experience in lung cancer research. Learn more on LinkedIn and at sylksotto.com/heracademicv...
#HerAcademicVoice says get the job done!