Empowering Future Healers: Insights on Diversity and Boundaries

In this episode, Joy Rios engages speaks with Dr. Monica Lypson, Vice Dean for Education at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Lypson shares her inspiring journey from the south side of Chicago to a prominent role in medical education, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, diversity, and effective communication in healthcare. The discussion delves into the challenges of expressing emotions and setting boundaries in a medical setting, as well as the value of learning from the next generation of healthcare professionals. Episode Highlights 00:00:28 - Meet Monica Lypson 00:01:05 - Monica's Journey in Medicine 00:05:42 - Comfort in Patient Interactions 00:06:06 - Teaching Communication Skills 00:10:14 - Diversity in Medical Training 00:15:14 - Setting Boundaries and Emotions 00:16:19 - Learning from the Next Generation 00:17:41 - Embracing Discomfort in Learning 00: 18:12 - How to Connect with Monica Stay connected to Monica Lypson: LinkedIn | Twitter Columbia Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons | LinkedIn