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At what point in your doctoring career are you considered a leader? Is it always in the title behind your name? Is it always in the promotion? I'm sure it's a little different for everyone.

In some ways, I’ve been a leader since childhood — ever since someone first called me “bossy.” I’ve always had a tendency to walk at the front of the line. I was the kid who pushed limits, negotiated for more freedom, and declared the future with the bold clarity only youth can offer.

Time and experience may have softened that vision, but the call to lead is still there — it’s just evolved. We lead every day: as advocates for our patients, families, colleagues, profession, and yes — ourselves.

Being a woman physician leader is a uniquely complex and nuanced role. We give so much of ourselves that we often feel like we're standing at the bottom of the pyramid. But in reality, our leadership — our presence — is the foundation that holds everything up.

Dr. Stephanie Yamout helps women physician leaders get their time back, own their value, and command the room as they were born to do. For coaching support, apply for Stephanie's Signature Program here and she'll be in touch to invite you to a call.