Join us on this episode of the CCIM Podcast where host Dr Dana Phang has an enlightening conversation with Dr Jillann Farmer, who has had an extraordinary career path ranging from being a clinician in rural emergency medicine and primary care to serving as the Medical Director of the United Nations. Dr Farmer's unique journey is a testament to the myriad of possibilities that exist for medical professionals looking to shape a career filled with passion and individuality.Delving into the Better Culture project's initiatives aimed at enhancing culture in healthcare workplaces by tackling issues such as bullying, harassment, racism, and discrimination. Her focus on intersectional equity is particularly salient, emphasising the need for disaggregated data to better understand the diverse experiences of underrepresented groups in the medical sphere.Reflecting on the systemic issues within the medical field, they also discuss the importance of safety and governance systems for patient care, and how her experiences in student leadership and advocacy shaped her understanding and commitment to regulatory improvements.The episode will leave medical professionals with a nuanced view of the potential for meaningful career diversification and how determined efforts can result in significant cultural change within the healthcare industry.We invite you to delve deeper into Dr Farmer’s current work by visiting the Better Culture project, an excellent resource for those looking to contribute positively to the medical community's work environment.To get more CCIM, subscribe so you never miss an episode, join our Facebook community and subscribe to our newsletter!https://creativecareersinmedicine.com/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeCareersInMed/The CCIM Podcast is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network, the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Learn more at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network

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