178 Coaching Client Spotlight: Mia Yang, MD

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In this episode, Kemi welcomes Dr. Mia Yang, a geriatrician and associate professor at Wake Forest School of Medicine, to discuss her unique journey in the healthcare system. Dr. Yang received her medical degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and has been in practice between 10+ years. She has expertise in treating diabetes, Alzheimer's dementia, dementia, among other conditions and she is also is an alumnus of our Get That Grant® coaching program! 

Join the conversation as Mia shares her insights on the challenges of geriatrics, understanding the complexities of patient care, and the importance of grant writing in creating meaningful change. 

Highlights: 

• Mia's journey in balancing clinical work and research  
• The significance of grant writing and strategic planning 
• Building a supportive community and mentorship in healthcare 
• Advice for women of color faculty in the Get That Grant® program 

 Loved this convo? Please go find Dr. Yang on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and BlueSky (@askdrmia.bsky.social) to show her some love! You can also check out her podcast, Ask Dr. Mia: Answers on Dementia Caregiving, at www.miayangmd.com. 

 

And if you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations. 

 

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