“Coaching done well may be the most effective intervention designed for human performance".

Atul Gawande

As your coach I will support and challenge you to take definite steps towards achieving your goals and realizing your vision for the future.

My Coaching Practice

“Coaching is unlocking a person’s potential to maximize their performance and growth - It is about supporting their learning rather than teaching them”. My coaching practice is founded on 30+ years as a physician anesthesiologist in the private and academic worlds, on my experience as a national leader in medical education and on my clinical practice caring for patients during the most vulnerable periods of their treatment. As you anticipate moving into or expanding your leadership role, as you approach professional growth and development or a change in career direction - I am here to support you. I will create a safe space where you can explore your strengths & values and how they align with your next steps. My coaching places you in direct control of your future and vision of success, and as your coach I will be alongside you as you discover your own leadership style & strategies, navigate difficult conversations & negotiations, lead your team, consider a career move and learn how to thrive in your chosen profession. My coaching clients bring complex leadership and professional questions to our sessions, and we work methodically to understand the full picture, uncover obstacles, and move forwards. My coaching supports you as you navigate the uncharted territory of emerging and diverse workplaces. My coaching clients go on to make a meaningful and lasting impact through their work & life.

Medical Bio

I trained as a physician anesthesiologist in the UK (MB BS, FRCA) and Canada and moved to the US in 2002 to join the medical faculty at a large academic center where I currently hold the rank of full professor. I served as the anesthesiology residency program director for 12 years and was awarded the ACGME Parker J Palmer Courage to Teach” award in recognition of  leadership and innovation as a program director. I have a master’s degree in education & academic medicine (MACM) and throughout my career have taken an active leadership role nationally in professional societies related to anesthesia and education. My training and certification as a coach was a natural progression in the career of a medical educator founded on caring, creativity, mentoring, and giving back.

Coaching Bio

I work with individual clients and organizations serving the academic and medical communities as a leadership and professional development coach. Organizations I work with include: SeattleCoach – as a physician leadership coach and as a facilitator for the Coaching for Leaders in Healthcare program, Academic Impressions, Boon-Health, VITALWork Life, and  Footlamp Consulting. I hold the International Coaching Federation Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential and the CPD Standards Office, Coach of Excellence accreditation. I partner with a number of academic organizations to provide coaching scholarships to support emerging physician leaders.