Culture in Academic Medicine Series

The culture of academic medical institution impacts trainee education, faculty, staff and patient outcomes. Respectful environment facilitates learning, creates a sense of safety, and rewards professionalism. UCR SOM is committed to better understand and improve climate concerns and to engage faculty, staff and students at all levels in creating safe and respectful culture. The series provides an opportunities to discuss the interprofessional issues, generational and cultural divides in a respectful manner and offers a perspective on this challenging and complex topic.

Most activities listed have been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

2026-2027 Topics and Speakers

All events will be held virtually.

December 10, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. 
Speaker: Peter Ureste, MD
Topic: Ready for Practice? Exploring Competency-Based Medical Education

February 4, 2027 at 5:30 p.m. 
Speaker: Esther Caroline McGowan, MD
Topic: TBA

April 1, 2027 at 5:30 p.m. 
Speaker: Blanca Campos, MD
Topic: TBA

June 3, 2027 at 5:30 p.m. 
Speaker: Crystal Glassy, MD
Topic: TBA

Visit our event archives page to see recordings of past presentations.