Women Surgeons' Forum: Cutting to Credibility: Empowering Osteopathic Women Surgeons Through Precision, Compassion, and Innovation

Learning Objectives:

• will be equipped with strategies for career advancement, focusing on the cultivation of a strong professional identity, mentorship, and networking, while addressing challenges including imposter syndrome.
• will be educated on the importance of establishing healthy personal and professional boundaries to prevent moral injury, emphasizing techniques for self care and assertive communication.
• will explore various leadership styles that align with personal values, providing tools to navigate the callenges of gaining recognition and respect in the surgical field.
• will learn options to transform their personal exeriences into empowerment, ensuring they feel equipped to tackle the unique challenges they may face in their surgical careers.