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Today women represent more than 50% of the medical school class, yet only hold 20% of the positions in the C-suite. Women physicians are often deterred from seeking a career in leadership due to the lack of organizational support for work-life integration, gender equity, racial discrimination, and pay equality. Having women in leadership roles not only creates the pipeline for future leaders but also improves the delivery of care to the communities we serve. After 20 years in the healthcare ...
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Write Medicine

Alexandra Howson PhD | CME Writer, Educator, Researcher

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Write Medicine is your weekly shot of powerful, practical tips to transform your CME content from meh to marvelous. Join me, Alexandra Howson, PhD, a medical writing veteran with battle scars (and wisdom!) from the CME trenches. Each week I crack open insightful conversations with industry rockstars on adult learning secrets, killer outcomes frameworks, and the hottest healthcare trends. For medical writers, there's more! Monday Mentor sessions are your personal power-up sessions. I spill th ...
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Are you ready to start living your best life today? Welcome to the Living Fully Podcast! Each week, join Mallory Ervin, wife, mom and entrepreneur, as she encourages you toward a life of joy and fulfillment. She’ll be chatting with inspirational trailblazers like Jamie Kern Lima, who built a business from the ground up, and eventually sold it for $1 Billion dollars to Loreal. And legacy-leaving motivators that are close to heart, like her dad who has summited the 8 largest mountains around t ...
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This week on The Living Fully Podcast, Mallory sits down with, Demi-Leigh Tebow. Demi is a former Miss Universe, speaker, and author who inspires others with her journey through beauty pageants, faith, and the power of embracing life's interruptions. Demi has been a beacon of grace and strength, showing how true confidence comes from a deep sense o…
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In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa discusses "the power of persuasion and influence" for women physician leaders. She emphasizes that influence is crucial for effective leadership, focusing on guiding and inspiring others rather than controlling them. Dr. Lisa addresses challenges like gender biases and self-doubt and of…
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This week on The Living Fully Podcast, Mallory sits down with her parents, Gary and Lisa Ervin. They dive into the heart of their marriage, sharing both the best and hardest parts, while imparting valuable wisdom from their many years together. Growing up in a small town in Kentucky, Gary and Lisa provide a unique perspective on love, family, faith…
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In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa, the host, offers guidance to women physicians navigating career transitions and reinventions. She identifies five common mistakes to avoid: neglecting self-reflection, overlooking financial planning, underutilizing professional networks, ignoring the need for new skills, and failing to…
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It’s not everyday Mallory gets to have a best friend on the podcast! This week, Mallory is joined by her very good friend, Shawn Johnson. Shawn is an Olympic gold medalist and a beacon of inspiration, reflecting on her journey from the Olympic stage to the many phases of her life today. They first met when Shawn was a judge during the Miss America …
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In this Women Physicians Lead podcast episode, Dr. Lisa interviews Dr. Carlin Barnes, a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult, child, and adolescent psychiatry. Dr. Barnes shares her inspiring career journey, highlighting her passion for addressing mental health stigma in African-American communities. She discusses her diverse p…
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This week on The Living Fully Podcast, Mallory sits down with her good friend, Amy Migdalia. Amy is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP) and looks to help others restore their health and bodily functions to live a life full of vitality. Amy knows all things healing and living your best life through the power of nutrition. For years, Amy has bee…
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In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa explores the concept of a purpose-driven career and its significance in achieving professional joy and fulfillment. She underscores the connection between clear purpose, personal values, and overall well-being. Dr. Lisa offers practical advice on self-reflection techniques to identify p…
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This week on The Living Fully Podcast Mallory sits down with her good friend, Herb Lang… or better known as, Flight Time! Herb is hands down one of the most positive, upbeat and joyful people in the world. He spent 18 years as a Harlem Globetrotter, competed on three seasons of The Amazing Race (two of which were with Mallory and her dad, Gary), an…
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This week on The Living Fully Podcast, Mallory is joined by one of her favorite entrepreneurs, businesswoman, and just people, in general, and that is the ultra inspirational, Jamie Kern Lima. Jamie is a self-made entrepreneur, champion of women, philanthropist, keynote speaker and Co-founder of IT Cosmetics (a billion-dollar company she started in…
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Have you ever faced the ethical dilemma of being asked to work on similar projects for competing clients? As a freelance CME writer, you may encounter situations where multiple clients request your expertise for overlapping projects. This can put you in a challenging position, balancing professional ethics with business opportunities. By listening …
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In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa interviews Dr. Alexandra Howson, a CME writer and educator. Dr. Howson shares her career journey from trauma nursing to academia and CME writing. She discusses the importance of leveraging existing skills for career transitions and highlights the diverse roles available in CME for clini…
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Are you a physician feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of modern healthcare? Do you struggle to have your voice heard in an increasingly corporate medical landscape? Or perhaps you're a medical professional looking to step into a leadership role, but unsure how to begin? As CME professionals, we work with physicians on a daily basis. But how t…
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This week on The Living Fully Podcast, Mallory sits down with her friend, Mary Lawless Lee. Mary is the founder and face of her fashion blog, Happily Grey, as well as the founder of, Nēmah, a sustainable, vegan, skincare collection created for mothers and their families. What started as passion projects for Mary quickly grew into well-respected and…
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Are you struggling to maintain a balanced online presence without feeling overwhelmed by social media? As a freelance medical writer, you likely know the importance of social media as a marketing tool. However, its demands can be incredibly draining, impacting both your productivity and emotional wellbeing. This episode dives into practical strateg…
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In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa shares the success story of a medical director who aspired to become a top leader in her organization. Dr. Lisa outlines the challenges physicians face when transitioning from clinical practice to leadership roles, emphasizing the need for a shift in mindset and skill set. She discusses…
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Are you struggling to create compelling needs assessments that win over supporters in today's evolving medical education landscape? As a medical education grant writer or provider, you know that crafting targeted, data-driven needs assessments is crucial for securing funding and delivering impactful education. However, piecing together the right da…
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Last week, Mallory answered your questions all about her recovery journey and unlocking joy beyond it. This week on The Living Fully Podcast, Mallory wanted to reflect on the top 10 things she has learned in 10 years of sobriety. Recovery gave her a life she never would have unlocked had she not gone through what she went through and she wants this…
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Overcome medical writing self-doubt through mindset shifts and peer connections. Are you struggling to gain confidence and overcome self-doubt in your medical writing career? Today in Monday Mentor, we tackle the common challenges CME writers face in today's rapidly changing landscape. From navigating client expectations to proving your value as a …
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In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa delves into the six key traits that distinguish exceptional leaders: audacity, likability, capacity, reliability, loyalty, and integrity. This episode podcast was based on the Pastor Rick Warren's Daily Hope Podcast episode Standing Out at Work where he talked about a bible story of Jos…
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This week on The Living Fully Podcast, Mallory sits down and answers your questions reflecting on her time in recovery. Now over ten years sober and addiction-free, Mallory is living her most vibrant and full life, filled with more joy than she could have ever imagined. In this heartfelt and candid Q&A episode, Mallory delves into various aspects o…
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What really happens behind the scenes when a severely injured trauma patient arrives at the hospital? Emergency care providers need to act quickly and coordinate seamlessly with their team when seconds count to save a trauma patient's life. But the high-stakes, chaotic environment can make it challenging to stay calm, avoid errors, and prevent burn…
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In this insightful episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa explores the pervasive issue of imposter syndrome, particularly among women in leadership positions. She discusses how feelings of self-doubt and fraudulence can undermine success, despite evident expertise. Dr. Lisa shares her personal experiences and the additional challeng…
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Kristen Dascoli, a seasoned pro with experience on both the editorial and business development sides of CME, pulls back the curtain on the development of a pioneering program on gender-affirming HIV care. ELEVATE was a groundbreaking CME initiative that aimed to enhance healthcare providers' cultural competencies in delivering gender-affirming care…
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This week on The Living Fully Podcast, Mallory sits down with Jennie Allen. Jennie is the founder and visionary of IF:Gathering as well as the New York Times bestselling author of Find Your People, Get Out of Your Head, Made for This, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. A frequent speaker at national events and conferences, Jennie is a passionate leade…
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Are you a clinician, researcher or academic transitioning into CME writing? Do you sometimes feel like you're starting over from scratch, despite your wealth of expertise? Are you struggling with self-doubt, isolation, or imposter syndrome as you navigate this new path? If so, you're in the right place. In this episode, we'll dive into the common a…
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In this insightful podcast episode, Dr. Lisa Herbert, a family physician and leadership coach, celebrates National Physician Leadership Month. She underscores the critical contributions of physician leaders in healthcare and advocates for their recognition and development. Dr. Lisa provides actionable advice for healthcare organizations to honor th…
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Are you struggling with feelings of self-doubt in your continuing education career? If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or doubtful about your abilities in continuing education's fast-paced, ever-changing world, you're not alone. In this episode of Write Medicine, Milini Mingo reviews the history of the imposter phenomenon, shares a three-step …
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In this very special episode, Mallory and her dad, Gary, dive deep into the remarkable life of Papa Bud, a man who faced immense adversity but radiated joy and kindness throughout his life. Despite his challenging upbringing, Papa Bud's dedication to his family and his entrepreneurial spirit inspired countless people throughout his life. Join us as…
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In this episode, Dr. Lisa Herbert, a seasoned family physician and leadership coach, addresses the critical issue of burnout among physicians. She shares insights from her 25-year medical career, stressing the need for robust leadership skills to combat burnout. Dr. Herbert explores the factors contributing to burnout and its repercussions on healt…
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