Mission Statement
The Center for Faculty Development is dedicated to facilitating the academic and professional advancement of the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center faculty to their fullest potential in the areas of patient care, research and education.
Vision
The vision of CFD for achieving the goals of academic and professional success of our faculty includes providing:
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educational courses and seminars that will promote academic growth and development on topics that will improve research, patient care, teaching, leadership and mentorship skills
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seminars on topics specifically related to family, women's careers, basic science investigators in a hospital environment, managing stress and the challenges of work/life balance and increasing diversity in our workplace
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seminars on risk management topics
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seminars on timely topics of interest that facilitate the day to day operations of our work
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individual counseling on the Harvard Medical School promotion process
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seminars on the HMS promotion process
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Visiting Professorships
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recognition of outstanding faculty mentors
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recognition of achievement in patient care, research and teaching
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faculty advocacy as needed
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a forum for discussion of constructive opportunities as well as potential obstacles to career development and promotion
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an open door confidential policy for any one who may need advice or assistance
