Join Phil, Katherine, and guest, Steve Taff for a discussion on how to Navigate Difficult Conversations.

About our guest: Dr. Taff enjoys the collaborative aspect of his work and has been an active leader in the Academy of Educators and the Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education. His scholarly interests include learner and faculty wellbeing, building and evaluating inclusive learning environments, curriculum design, and applied educational philosophy. He will assume the role of Assistant Dean for Faculty Leadership Development with the Office of Faculty Promotions & Career Development (OFPCD) as of July 1, 2024.

Episode References:

Benson, B. (2019). Why are we yelling?: The art of productive disagreement. Portfolio.

Bianchi, N. M. (2023). Five tough talks. Coraggio.

Patterson, K., Grenny, J., McMillan, R., & Switzler, A. (2002). Crucial conversations: Tools for talking when stakes are high. McGraw-Hill Contemporary.

Scott, K. (2019). Radical candor: Be a kick-ass boss without losing your humanity. St Martin’s Press.

September is Women in Medicine Month, a time when the medical community and others celebrate and honor the contributions of women in the field of medicine.

In honor of Women in Medicine Month, Out with Burnout is taking a break between seasons 2 and 3 to provide a special episode diving into the topic of Menopause.

The Out with Burnout hosts, Drs. Katherine Rivera-Spoljaric and Phil Abraham discuss symptoms and treatments of menopause with Dr. Denise Willers. Dr. Willers is a Professor and Division Chief of Academic Specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology at WashU Medicine and the Medical Director of the Women’s Health Clinic at Barnes Jewish Hospital. She is a 2025 recipient of the Dean’s Impact Awards, highlighting her community engagement through patient care, advocacy, leadership, and commitment to serving underserved populations.

For inquiries on today's topic or requests for future special episode topics, please email pedsofd@wustl.edu.

Affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis; Department of Pediatrics; Office of Faculty Development

Hosts: Katherine Rivera-Spoljaric, MD, and Philip Abraham, MD
Executive Producer: Megan Shaffer
Guest Relations & Management Support: Megan Shaffer

This is the 18th of a series of 18 episodes focused on understanding the wellness wheel and providing tips and tricks on how to improve your life. This month's topic is Recreational Wellbeing with special guest Gammon Earhart, PT, PhD. Dr, Earhart is a Professor of Physical Therapy, Neurology, and Neuroscience, and serves as the Associate Dean for Physical Therapy and Director of Program in Physical Therapy.

Sources mentioned in this episode:

• Exercise reshapes aging bodies and minds - Science Direct
• Daily steps and all-cause mortality: a meta-analysis of 15 international cohorts- The Lancet, Public Health Journal
• Effects of dance on gait and balance in Parkinson's disease: a comparison of partnered and nonpartnered dance movement - PubMed

This is the final episode of Season 2. Out with Burnout will return in a few months for Season 3.

Affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis; Department of Pediatrics; Office of Faculty Development

Hosts: Katherine Rivera-Spoljaric, MD, and Philip Abraham, MD
Executive Producer: Megan Shaffer
Guest Relations & Management Support: Megan Shaffer