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Episode 61: The Intersection of Workforce Shortages and Competitive Leadership Compensation
September 17, 2026 | Duration: 32:57 | Moderator: Wesley D. Millican, MBA
Workforce shortages are making it increasingly difficult for academic pediatric departments to recruit and retain experienced leaders, especially when traditional compensation benchmarks don’t reflect today’s competitive market.
In this Pediatric Insight conversation, CareerPhysician CEO and Chief Talent Officer, Wesley Millican, is joined by members of the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) to discuss why leaders need to understand the market and build the case for competitive compensation before a critical recruitment or retention decision arises.
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- Why alignment between the medical school, hospital and faculty practice is critical
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Duration: 32:37
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What turns an opportunity into a clear “yes” or causes a candidate to hesitate?
In this Pediatric Insight, the Child Health Advisory Council (CHAC) members share factors that influence the final decision and how institutions can create the trust and transparency that lead to successful recruitment.
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Moderators: Bruce Rubin, MEngr, MD, MBA, FRCPC
Duration: 32:49