Mission
The GFA Professional Development Committee is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the educational and professional development programs for GFA members outside of the annual GFA Professional Development Conference. This committee is also responsible for the GFA mentoring circles.
Chair
Nutan A. Atre-Vaidya, MD
Professor, Discipline Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs and Equity
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Members
Bryan Touchet, MD, LFAPA
Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs
George Kaiser Family Foundation Chair of Medical Education
Professor of Psychiatry
University of Oklahoma-Tulsa School of Community Medicine
Stefanie Carter, EdD
Interim Assistant Dean, Faculty Affairs
Director, Faculty Development
Assistant Professor, Medical Education
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
Andrea Cedfeldt, MD
Associate Dean for Faculty Development
Professor of Medicine
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Radha Nandagopal, MD
Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Continuing Professional Development
Washington State University Elson S. Floyd School of Medicine
Mandy Scott, DHA
Faculty Development Director, Office of Faculty Affairs
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Webinars
Legacy in Leadership: Pathways to Senior Roles in Academia - Guidance for medical school faculty considering Dean, Provost, President, and CEO opportunities
Faculty at many stages of their careers may consider future opportunities for leadership beyond their current roles. This webinar will provide an overview of the responsibilities and expectations of senior positions such as Dean, Provost, President, and Health System CEO. Participants will gain an understanding of the skills and experiences most valued in these roles and learn practical steps to begin preparing for future opportunities. The session is designed to help faculty reflect on their career trajectory, assess their readiness, and outline initial actions that can position them for success in pursuing senior leadership pathways.
Facilitator
Mandy Scott, DHA
Faculty Development Director
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Speaker
Jenny Mladenovic, MD, MBA, MACP
President & CEO
Center for Women in Academic Medicine and Science
GFA Professional Development Webinar: Innovative Programs for Mid-Career Faculty in Academic Medicine (video)
This webinar explores innovative programs designed to support mid-career faculty in academic medicine. Some highlights include best practices, successful initiatives, and the impact of these programs on professional development, work-life balance, and career advancement.
AAMC Faculty Life Cycle Series
This collection of webinars covers topics central to faculty affairs and development professionals. Each webinar provides practical information and promising practices to enhance professional development throughout the faculty career life cycle.
GFA Mentoring Circles
The GFA Mentoring Circles Program serves to connect mentors with a group of mentees to help them (1) learn about the GFA, (2) engage with GFA colleagues, and (3) find ways to expand their involvement in the GFA. Learn more about GFA Mentoring Circles.