AOHC Encore 2024-321 Exploring Career Paths across the Federal Government

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The video features a panel discussion with federal sector physicians sharing insights and experiences on working in various federal agencies. Panelists include Dr. Karasik, Dr. Chang, and Dr. Gutierrez, each with diverse backgrounds and roles. Dr. Karasik is a population health physician at FDA and is also a congressional staffer. Dr. Chang is Chief of Occupational Health at VA Pittsburgh and has both medical and law training. Dr. Gutierrez graduated from Princeton, served as an Army flight surgeon, and currently works at FDA focusing on occupational health. They discuss the ways federal physicians can influence and shape healthcare policies at a local or national level, with examples from their experiences. The panel highlights the benefits of working in a federal role, such as stability, unique career advancement opportunities, and the ability to impact significant public health initiatives. They emphasize the importance of soft skills like communication and adaptability in federal roles, along with hard skills like clinical expertise and data analysis. Sharing personal experiences and advice for those considering federal healthcare positions, the panel provides valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges in the federal sector.

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federal sector physicians

panel discussion

insights

experiences

federal agencies

Dr. Karasik

Dr. Chang

Dr. Gutierrez

healthcare policies

public health initiatives