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Learning to Lead: A Practical Framework for Leadership Development in Canadian Radiology
D'Arcy L Little1, Ania Z Kielar1, Frank J Lexa2
1University of Toronto, ON, Canada.
Summary
Formal leadership training is crucial for Canadian radiologists facing modern healthcare challenges. This framework emphasizes continuous development, adaptability, and mentorship for effective radiology leadership.
Area of Science:
- Medical leadership
- Radiology
- Healthcare management
Background:
- Leadership is a critical competency for Canadian radiologists.
- Challenges include AI integration, service consolidation, value-based care, and administrative complexity.
- Formal leadership training is currently underrepresented in radiology education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize leadership scholarship into a practical framework for radiologist development.
- To present the first module of the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) leadership course.
- To address the need for structured leadership programming in Canadian radiology.
Main Methods:
- Examination of six interlocking leadership concepts.
- Based on the CAR leadership course module.
- Synthesis of contemporary leadership scholarship.
Main Results:
- Leadership is an ongoing journey, not a title.
- Authentic leadership relies on self-awareness and distributed capabilities.
- Adaptability, team diversity, onboarding, and mentorship are key components.
- Effective leadership is learnable through interactive education and reflective practice.
Conclusions:
- Radiologists can develop effective leadership skills through structured, interactive programs.
- Mentorship is vital for development and preventing burnout.
- The CAR, in collaboration with other Canadian organizations, is developing formal leadership programming for radiologists.
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