Development of a Framework of Leadership in Academic Medicine (FLAM).

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Leadership within medical academic institutions often adheres to hierarchical structures, relying on factors like seniority and context, with limited focus on leadership development. This study aims to develop a structured framework by examining the traits, aspirations, and pre-requisites of academic leaders within medical school faculties.

Methods

A cross-sectional study collected input from regular medical faculty and those in leadership roles through an online questionnaire, followed by quantitative and qualitative analyses. Data was curated, analyzed, and triangulated to establish subdomains, domains, and themes for the framework.

Results

Among 229 respondents, 121 held formal academic leadership roles, the remaining 108 were regular medical faculty. An

SUBMITTER: Dash NR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11536381 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature