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  • Academic Medicine
  • Faculty Development

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  • Burnout and faculty disengagement are significant challenges in academic emergency medicine (EM), with high prevalence rates impacting professional satisfaction and retention.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic and workforce changes have exacerbated these issues, necessitating targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish a faculty development committee (FDC) aimed at empowering faculty through initiatives focused on professional development, inclusivity, transparency, and wellness.
  • To address identified faculty needs in areas such as career advancement, wellness, and equity within an academic EM department.

Main Methods:

  • Faculty needs were assessed using biannual department culture surveys and informal feedback.
  • A faculty-driven approach was employed to design and implement initiatives, including mentorship programs, educational curricula, equity assessments, and flexible scheduling.
  • Outcomes were evaluated through ongoing surveys and feedback to refine interventions.

Main Results:

  • A mandatory mentorship program accelerated faculty promotions, notably advancing female faculty to full professor roles.
  • The educational curriculum increased satisfaction with learning opportunities (45% in 2022 vs. 35% in 2020).
  • Transparent policies and flexible scheduling improved work-life balance, inclusivity, and overall faculty engagement, with survey data indicating improved departmental culture.

Conclusions:

  • The FDC successfully implemented faculty-centered solutions to enhance wellness, equity, and professional growth in academic EM.
  • These initiatives created a more supportive, inclusive, and development-focused environment, offering a model for other academic institutions.