Past, Present, and Future of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine: Research Update and State of the Field-Session Presentation

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In this video, Dr. Terry Misagly, the recipient of the 2022 Gabriella Molnar Pediatric PM&R Lifetime Achievement Award, discusses the process of professional identity formation and the development of expertise in the field of medicine. She shares her personal experience as a clinician and educator, highlighting the challenges of transitioning from a trainee to an attending physician. Dr. Misagly emphasizes the importance of deliberate practice in developing expertise, which involves setting goals, engaging in challenging activities, and receiving feedback to improve performance. She also encourages healthcare professionals to have a mission statement that guides their growth and development throughout their careers. Dr. Misagly concludes by reminding the audience to be patient with themselves and to make time for reflection and personal growth. She encourages them to foster teamwork and collaboration, mentor the next generation, and continually seek opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills.

Keywords

Dr. Terry Misagly

professional identity formation

expertise development

medicine

clinician

educator

deliberate practice

goal setting

feedback

reflection