Fast Track to Leadership
The Fast Track to Leadership Program is a special initiative overseen by the Women In Medicine and Early Career Physicians Sections. The goal of the program is to accelerate the professional and personal development of early-career medical professionals by providing them with targeted leadership opportunities.
This program aims to:
- Enhance Clinical Skills and Knowledge: Equip mentees with advanced clinical skills and up-to-date medical knowledge through direct guidance and practical insights from experienced mentors.
- Promote Professional Growth: Support the mentees in achieving their career objectives, including specialization, research opportunities, and leadership roles within the medical field.
- Open Doors to Organized Medicine: Prepare the mentees for leadership positions within MSDC or other medical societies.
- Foster Networking and Collaboration: Create a robust network of medical professionals, facilitating the exchange of ideas, collaborative research, and professional support.
- Encourage Lifelong Learning and Development: Instill a culture of continuous learning and self-improvement, ensuring mentees stay current with evolving medical practices and innovations.
- Improve Patient Care: Ultimately enhance patient care by ensuring that mentees develop into highly skilled, compassionate, and competent medical practitioners.
Learn more about the mentorship program.
What to expect from the FT2L program:
- The MSDC Mentorship Program
- Alternative Career Path Seminar: A panel to discuss alternative careers in medicine including entrepreneurship, industry, and consulting. (coming soon)
- Training on how to participate in the AMA governance and policymaking process. (spring 2025)
Fats Track to Leadership Events
Mr. Smith's of Georgetown
3205 K Street NW, Washington, DC
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Date: August 26, 2025 | Time: Evening Reception
Location: Mr. Smiths (3205 K St NW), Washington, DC
Cost: Free for MSDC members PLUS MSDC to provide drink tickets and food
Reconnect. Recharge. Restart Your Fall Journey.
After a summer of rotations, research, and well-deserved breaks, it's time to come together as Washington DC's vibrant medical community. Join us for an evening designed to welcome you back to the nation's capital and celebrate the incredible work you do every day.
An Evening Made for You
Connect with Your Medical Community
- Network with residents, fellows, and medical students from across the DC area
- Meet fellow medical students navigating their clinical years
- Engage with attending physicians who understand your journey
- Build relationships that will support you throughout your training
Unwind Before the Intensity Begins
- Enjoy carefully curated food and beverages in a relaxed atmosphere
- Take a breather before diving into your fall rotations and research
- Celebrate your achievements from the past year
- Share stories, insights, and maybe a few laughs with colleagues who truly get it
Fuel Your Passion for Medicine
- Hear inspiring conversations about why we chose this incredible profession
- Discover new perspectives on medical training in the DC area
- Find your tribe among the next generation of physicians
- Leave feeling energized and motivated for the challenges ahead
Why You Don't Want to Miss This
Let's be honest - medical training is demanding. Between long hours, challenging cases, and the constant pressure to excel, it's easy to feel isolated. This reception is your chance to remember that you're part of something bigger. You're part of a community of healers, innovators, and compassionate professionals who are shaping the future of medicine.
Plus, when's the last time you had an evening out that didn't involve studying, call schedules, or patient presentations? This is your time to simply enjoy good food, great company, and the unique camaraderie that only exists among those who've chosen to dedicate their lives to healing others.
Good food. Great conversations. No pagers allowed.
Mark your calendars now, because spots will fill up fast. DC's medical community is tight-knit, and word travels quickly about events worth attending. Don't be the one hearing about all the connections and conversations you missed.
Come hungry, leave inspired.