Our hosts, Tochi Iroku-Malize, MD, MPH, MBA, and Omari Hodge, MD, are joined by Renee Crichlow, MD, a family medicine vice chair and advocacy and policy leader, to discuss ways for residents and students to prepare their academic portfolio and develop a scholarly CV. We touched on the qualities that leaders look for in the CV of a resident considering an academic career and what you can do to develop your skills.
The URM Journey to Academic Medicine Podcast, also known as the URM JAM, is hosted by Tochi Iroku-Malize, MD, MPH, MBA, and Omari A. Hodge, MD. They address the real and perceived barriers faced by historically Underrepresented in Medicine residents and students when considering a career in academic family medicine, and provide practical tips and personal advice on topics like leadership, scholarly activity, CVs, mentorship, and more.
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