Mentoring in Healthcare: The Definitive Guide to Cultivating Individual and Organizational Success is a focused guide aimed at healthcare professionals to strengthen mentorship relationships within healthcare. It addresses the pressing need for effective mentorship amid challenges such as burnout, increasing extramural grant requirements, and professional workforce shortages. Authored by Ruth Gotian, Ed.D., M.S., Sanjay Saint, M.D., M.P.H., M.A.C.P., and Vineet Chopra, M.D., M.Sc., the book utilizes their wide-ranging experience and expertise in academic medicine to provide actionable strategies for mentors and mentees.
Targeted at a wide range of healthcare professionals from medical students to executives in related fields, the book emphasizes the vital role of mentorship in professional development and success. It illustrates the transformative journey from medical student to accomplished healthcare professional, marked by critical touchpoints such as the White Coat Ceremony and Match Day, which are fundamental in shaping a health-care professional’s career.
Mentoring in Healthcare fills a niche in the existing literature by focusing specifically on the healthcare field, distinguishing it from other mentorship books that are more generic or targeted at different groups. With evidence-based advice derived from the authors’ research and experience, this book aims to refine the mentorship experience for healthcare professionals, contributing to enhanced performance in the healthcare sector. It uniquely addresses the gap in current literature by offering practical, research-based advice for an area of critical importance to healthcare outcomes.