MedEd Thread

April 30, 2025

Chief Residents Leadership Workshop

In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Dr. James K. Stoller, Chief of Cleveland Clinic Education, who delves into the growing need for leadership development in academic medicine. Dr. Stoller discusses how this workshop is geared towards equipping future physician leaders with essential skills in communication, emotional intelligence and team collaboration — competencies that directly impact patient care and organizational success. Tune in to learn how this program addresses the leadership gap in healthcare, shares real-world outcomes and offers insights into the future of physician leadership development.

April 16, 2025

Getting Names Right: A Path to Belonging in Medical Education

In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Helena Baffoe-Bonnie and Lydia Cassard, both 5th-year medical students, and Dr. Monica Yepes-Rios, Assistant Dean, Office of Student Community and Engagement, at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, about the importance of getting people’s names right. They explore how correctly pronouncing names is not just an act of respect but also a critical element in fostering understanding and support. The conversation delves into how mispronunciations can be harmful, particularly within underrepresented groups, and how learning to get names right can create a more welcoming, engaging learning environment. Tune in to hear about practical strategies for addressing name errors and how this work connects to the broader goals of engagement and belonging.

March 27, 2025

Undergraduate Students Explore Big Data Medical Research Through a Novel Internship Program

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Christine Moravec, Director of Research Education and Training at Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner Research Institute; Dr. Michael Nelson, Medical Director of the Center for Youth & College Education; and Nicole Fennell, Administrator of the Center for Youth & College Education. The guests explores the Discovery Accelerator, an innovative partnership between Cleveland Clinic and IBM and how Cleveland Clinic is providing undergraduates a unique opportunity to become acquainted with quantum computing’s impact on healthcare discovery. This groundbreaking initiative combines hybrid cloud, artificial intelligence and quantum computing to tackle some of the most complex challenges in healthcare. Our guests share insights into how the Discovery Accelerator is revolutionizing medical research, educating the workforce of the future and accelerating breakthroughs in areas such as drug discovery, pandemic preparedness and personalized medicine. Tune in to learn how this collaboration is shaping the future of healthcare innovation.

March 19, 2025

Women-Centered Care: Redefining Primary Health for Every Stage of Life

In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Dr. Laura Lipold, Director of Primary Care for the Department of Family Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, who explores education around women’s unique healthcare needs and preventive measures. Drawing on her expertise and experiences at Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Lipold discusses the unique healthcare needs of women across their lifespan and the importance of women-centered medical care, the integration of primary care and specialized women’s health services, and the critical role of education and prevention in optimizing health outcomes. Discover how primary care physicians are redefining women’s health and fostering collaboration to deliver personalized, holistic care at every stage of life.