Introductory Remarks:
Carla Watson, MD, Chair, Inclusion and Engagement Committee

Welcome:
Deborah A. Venesy, MD, AAPM&R Board President

Moderator:
Kristi L. Kirschner MD, FAAPMR, University of Illinois College of Medicine

Panelists:
John L. Melvin, MD, FAAPMR, AAPM&R Past President
Heidi Chen, MD, AAPM&R PHiT Board President
Carlo Milani, MD, MBA, FAAPM&R, AAPM&R Delegate to the AMA

Ageism is defined as prejudice or discrimination on the grounds of a person’s age. Ageist stereotypes leave many thinking that certain individuals are not ready to lead. During this session, we will examine how ageism impacts physicians ability to engage in opportunities to lead at every career level. You will hear from physiatric leaders from across all career stages on how ageism impacted their career journeys and opportunities to lead in their communities and the specialty as a whole. You will gain strategies to overcome ageism as you examine future leadership opportunities.