Growing Your Path in Academic Medicine

What does it really look like to build a career in academic medicine and how do you know if it’s the right path for you? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Neitzel sits down with Dr. Stacey Ishman, a triple board-certified otolaryngologist and sleep medicine physician, to explore the realities of academic medicine. From career transitions and leadership challenges to coaching and personal alignment, this conversation offers a practical look at how physicians can grow with intention. Dr. Ishman shares her journey from academic medicine to coaching, the lessons she learned along the way, and how she now helps physicians and departments improve performance, leadership, and career satisfaction.

About the Guest:

Stacey Ishman, MD, MPH is an academic career coach and Founder of Academic Medicine Strategy Group. She helps physicians and departments improve time management, promotion strategy, and leadership development.

She is a triple board-certified otolaryngologist and sleep medicine physician, former Full Professor at the University of Cincinnati, and currently serves as Market Chief Medical Officer for AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio. She has authored 225+ research papers and 20 book chapters.

Resources:

Academic Medicine Strategy Group: www.amedsg.com