Name
E10 - Women in Leadership: Being Extraordinary
Date & Time
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location Name
305B
Description

Being a leader in healthcare is a struggle, one that women often find more difficult than their male counterparts. This workshop describes the journey of three women, in their own words, the struggle and successes, and most importantly the lessons along the way.

Speakers
Jennifer O'Donnell PsyD, Sr Medical Director BH Integration, Swedish Medical Group, Seattle, Washington
Dr. Virna Little PsyD, MSW, Co-founder and Special Advisor, Advocacy and Research, Concert Health, San Diego, CA
Dr. Virna Little
Content Level
All Audience
Tags
Early Career Professionals, Workforce development
Session Type
Concurrent
SIG or Committee
Just Medicine/DEI (JMC)
Objective 1
Have increased awareness of the underrepresentation of women in leadership
Objective 2
Understand the importance and benefits of women in leadership
Objective 3
Increase knowledge on tools to balance work and home
Content Reference 1

Healthcare Leadership: Where Are the Women in 2025

Content Reference 2

Women in Health Care Leadership: Past, Present and Future

Content Reference 3

THE STATE OF WOMEN AND LEADERSHIP IN GLOBAL HEALTH

Content Reference 4

The Vital Role of Women Leaders in Healthcare

Content Reference 5

CLOSING THE LEADERSHIP GAP: - World Health Organization