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Dr. Fredric Pieracci, Professor and Director of Surgery at Denver Health Medical Center, shares his journey into surgery and the impact of working with underserved communities. He emphasizes the importance of addressing healthcare disparities and striving for equity in surgical care. Dr.  Pieracci discusses his leadership style, which includes being a servant leader, practicing radical candor, and recognizing his privilege. He also highlights the value of mentorship and having a leadership coach. Dr.  Pieracci advises trainees and early career faculty to document their experiences and understand the compensation models in their institutions.

Takeaways

• Addressing healthcare disparities and striving for equity in surgical care is crucial.
• Being a servant leader, practicing radical candor, and recognizing privilege are important aspects of effective leadership.
• Mentorship and having a leadership coach can greatly contribute to career development.
• Documenting experiences and understanding compensation models are valuable for trainees and early career faculty.