The Road(s) Not Taken: Nontraditional Careers and Opportunities Beyond the Academic Medicine Paths-View Presentation

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The session centered around non-traditional career paths in medicine, showcasing diverse experiences and advice from professionals who ventured beyond academic medicine. Hosted by Jacques Ambrose, the panel included Dr. Mike Metzner, a surgeon and TV producer, Dr. Katie Brewster, a psychiatrist with a private practice, Dr. Louisa Steinberg, a director in pharmaceutical drug development, and Dr. Rob Accordino, a chief medical officer in a tech-enabled healthcare company.<br /><br />Each panelist shared insights into their unique career trajectories. Dr. Metzner highlighted his combination of a medical career with a childhood passion for the arts, leading him to a role at Grey’s Anatomy. Dr. Brewster discussed her unexpected path into geriatric psychiatry and emphasized being open-minded to opportunities. Dr. Steinberg explained transitioning from academia to the pharmaceutical industry, emphasizing the importance of clinical knowledge. Dr. Accordino spoke about using tech to democratize mental health care access while balancing private practice and executive responsibilities.<br /><br />Key advice included the importance of networking, mentorship, and being proactive about career interests. They also touched on challenges like instability in entertainment, the interdisciplinary nature of pharma, and balancing family and work commitments. The session concluded with audience questions about private practice logistics and work-life balance, underscoring the importance of strategic planning and clear communication in multi-role careers.

Keywords

non-traditional career paths

medicine

Jacques Ambrose

Dr. Mike Metzner

Dr. Katie Brewster

Dr. Louisa Steinberg

Dr. Rob Accordino

networking

mentorship

work-life balance

pharmaceutical industry

tech-enabled healthcare