In this episode of KeyLIME+, Adam and resident guest co-host Adom Bondzi-Simpson engage in a thoughtful discussion with Dr. Chris Watling about the nuances of public advocacy in the fields of medicine and law. They explore the differences in how physicians and lawyers approach advocacy, the challenges faced by physicians in public advocacy, and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. The conversation highlights the evolving role of advocacy in medical education and the professional identity of physicians, emphasizing the need for a collective professional responsibility in addressing some of these issues. They also talk about the idea of courage and the risks associated with advocacy work, including professional and public backlash, and emphasize the importance of mentorship and advocacy skill development.

Length of Episode: 46:26

Resources to check out: 

Watling C, Sandomierski D, Poinar S, Shaw J, LaDonna K. The courage to advocate: How two professions approach public advocacy work. Med Educ. 2024 Nov;58(11):1361-1368. doi: 10.1111/medu.15430. Epub 2024 May 15. PMID: 38749669.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38749669/

Dobson article - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22836842/ Resistance article - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34232150/#full-view-affiliation-1

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