CHEST 2026 Women's Career Development Course

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location: Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ
Room: N222
Time: 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Attend a free half-day career development course from the Women in Chest Medicine Interest Group designed to support career advancement while building leadership, communication, and advocacy skills. This interactive program, held ahead of CHEST 2026, brings together leaders, educators, and peers to explore leadership identity through self-assessment, discussion, and assertive communication in clinical and professional settings.

Attendees will gain practical tools for advocating effectively within their institutions, including how to interpret and leverage health care finance data to strengthen their case. A hands-on elevator pitch workshop will help participants clearly articulate their values and goals.

The course will also feature short presentations from established leaders on developing a strong personal brand. Participants will engage in rotating small-group discussions focused on strategic career advancement in educational, clinical, and research domains—providing tailored guidance and opportunities for mentorship.

This course is designed to emphasize reflection and peer learning, leaving attendees with actionable strategies, greater confidence in their leadership voice, and a stronger professional network within the chest medicine community.

Note: This course is first come, first served. Only 100 spots are available.
If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Bustamante at mbustamante@chestnet.org.

Registration Deadline: Monday, August 3

1. Participant Name *This question is required.

2. Your Credentials *This question is required.

3. CHEST Account ID # *This question is required.

4. Email Associated with CHEST Account *This question is required.

5. Your Current Institution *This question is required.

6. Your Title at Institution *This question is required.

7. Your Fellowship Graduation Year *This question is required.

8. Please indicate all of the ways, if any, that you are engaged with CHEST.

9. What skills are you hoping to come away with from the Women's Development Course? *This question is required.