Accelerating Medical Careers

Your career deserves expert guidance from someone who’s been there, done that, and can help you do it too.

Let’s talk about how I can help you achieve your goals—within academic medicine or beyond ... it can be Easier!

I can guide you so that you are:

Less overwhelmed with when to say yes (and no)
Creating a schedule that matches your goals
Known for Your Niche
On the Program at Meetings
Happier 😁

with Stacey Ishman, MD, MPH, FACS, FAAP

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Why Work with a Coach who is not currently in Academic Medicine?

Because Perspective, Experience, and Strategy Matter.

The best coaches aren’t always in the game—they’re the ones who’ve played it, mastered it, and stepped back to see the whole field.

Think about legendary sports coaches or top executive advisors: they aren’t active players or CEOs, yet they guide others to the highest levels of success.

I’m Dr. Stacey Ishman, and for 25 years, I lived and breathed academic medicine—rising to full professor, securing grant funding, leading international organizations, and mentoring physicians to national recognition. I know not just how to succeed in academic medicine, but how the entire system works.

Stepping outside the system has given me an even greater advantage: I’m not tied to one institution, one department, or one way of doing things.

My coaching isn’t about what worked for me in one role—it’s about what works across academic medicine and how you can apply proven strategies to build your career on your terms.

Whether your goal is promotion, national reputation, leadership, or even exploring opportunities beyond academia, I bring:
✅ Deep insider knowledge of the academic career landscape
✅ Proven frameworks for research, leadership, and career advancement
✅ Unbiased, strategic coaching focused on YOUR success—not an institution’s agenda

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Accelerating Medical Careers

It Wasn't Always Easy...But it can be Easier!

I can guide you so that you are:

Known for Your Niche
More Widely Published
On the Program at Meetings
Happier 😁

with Stacey Ishman, MD, MPH, FACS, FAAP

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Limited Time Offer!

Founder Pricing Ends June 1st at 11:59pm PT—Act Now!
4 Modules - 1 each week
Founding Rate—Limited Time Only!
Lifetime Access, including updates
Surprise Bonuses Planned

"As a mentor and coach, Stacey has a unique gift in identifying the strengths of the individual, assessing their career needs, and offering insightful and constructive advice. She has been instrumental in my career and has had an enormous impact on my academic and personal growth. I give Dr. Ishman my highest recommendation."

Samantha Anne, MD, MS

Professor, Cleveland Clinic

Meet Stacey

Stacey has been in academic medicine for 2 decades including 10 as a full Professor, Board Member, and Guideline Developer.

She has published more than 220 peer-reviewed papers and is a sought after speaker both nationally & internationally.

Stacey understands academic medicine and knows what it's like to want more from your future.

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PODCAST

Where ambitious physicians find the strategies, support, and solutions to build exceptional medical careers

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ACADEMIC KICKSTARTER COURSE

Level up your career - setup your clinical time, have a research plan, learn to set boundaries and wow yourself and your chair with your promotion plan!

LEVEL UP MY CAREER

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1:1 COACHING

Accelerate your career. Together, we'll design your unique plan to help you succeed & enjoy the journey.

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On your free call we will discuss:

-Where you are now

-Where you want to be

-Strategy to get you from here to there

Prioritize Yourself!

"Stacey's dedication and passion for coaching and mentoring individuals is truly commendable. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to experience and witness her transformational impact on the lives of those she has worked with. She possesses a remarkable ability to connect with people, understand their unique strengths and weaknesses, and guide them toward realizing their full potential. She is committed to her clients' success. She invests time and effort in getting to know them on a personal level, which enables her to tailor her guidance to suit their specific needs and aspirations. Her approach is not one-size-fits-all; rather, it is tailored to help individuals thrive in their own unique ways.
... and I wholeheartedly endorse her."

Troy Woodard MD

President, American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

I wasn’t sure what I needed, so I signed up for 2 sessions. It was so valuable I signed up for another ... her experienc"e and wisdom translated into asking much more specific questions than I got from other coaches. She can get two or three layers deeper into the 'why' behind your 'why'.

I've achieved significant clarity on how I view my value, both clinical and in terms of my nonclinical skills. This has been crucial in reshaping how I view myself professionally.

This clarity has led me to explore opportunities that were not on my radar before this. Achieving this in just three sessions is outstanding."

Jayme Dowdall, MD & Coach

Associate Professor, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Sign up for the Academic Physician Kickstarter Course

Limited Time Offer! Founder Pricing Ends June 1st at 11:59pm PT—Act Now!

4 Modules - 1 each week
Founding Rate—Limited Time Only!
Lifetime Access, including updates
Surprise Bonuses Planned

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