Mentorship Program: Europe Cohort
Welcome to WIIP's Mentorship program, "Courage is Calling," designed specifically for those in Interventional Pulmonology who are looking to break barriers and excel in their careers. Our program was born out of the shared experiences of successful physicians who have navigated the challenges of leadership positions and understand the unique struggles faced by those in the field.
At WIIP, our goal is to provide a supportive and empowering environment for physicians in Interventional Pulmonology to thrive. We believe that by offering individualized coaching, group mentorship, and expert-led lectures, we can help those in the field overcome obstacles, find their voices, and achieve their professional goals.
"Courage is Calling" is not just a mentorship program - it's a community of like-minded providers coming together to support and uplift each other. Through a combination of individual sessions and group discussions, you will have the opportunity to gain insights, share experiences, and grow both personally and professionally.
With 10 weeks of modules covering a range of topics relevant to providers in Interventional Pulmonology, we will cover topics from leadership skills to work-life balance, career advancement to personal fulfillment. We are here to guide you every step of the way.
Join us on this empowering journey and discover the courage within you to reach new heights in your career. Courage is Calling! Answer the call and allow yourself to be supported on this path to success and fulfillment in Interventional Pulmonology.
If you are interested in participating in our mentorship program, please fill out the form below to begin the process. Please remember that this program is exclusively for current WIIP Members. If you are not yet a member and would like to join us, please CLICK HERE to choose the membership that aligns with your current role.
Meet Our Mentors
Semra Bilaceroglu, MD
Izmir, Turkiya
University of Health Sciences - Turkiye, Izmir Faculty of Medicine
Filiz Oezkan, MD
Essen, Germany
University Medicine Essen - Ruhrlandklinik, Section of Interventional Pulmonology
Jane Winantea, MD
Essen, Germany
University Hospital Essen - Ruhrlandklinik
Sammy Onyancha, MD
Frankfurt, Germany
St. Elisabethen Hospital
Sinem Sökücü, MD
Istanbul, Turkiye
University of Health Sciences Yedikule Chest Disease and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital
Marioara Simon, MD, PhD
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Pulmonology Clinic
Milena Encheva, MD, PhD
Sofia, Bulgaria
Military Medical Academy, Bulgarian Group for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology
Lina Zuccatosta, MD
Naples, Italy
Azienda Ospedaliera di Rilevanza Nazionale Antonio Cardarelli
Rosa Cordovilla, MD
Salamanca, Spain
Salamanca University Hospital, University of Salamanca
What to expect within our 10 Week Mentorship Program:
Week One
Topic: Personalized Management in Interventional Pulmonology
Week Two
Topic: Reflective Practice in Interventional Pulmonology
Week Three
Topic: Rationale in Interventional Pulmonology
Week Four
Topic: Musts and Don'ts in Education and Training in Interventional Pulmonology
Week Five
Topic: Good Clinical Practice and Technical versus Clinical Success in Interventional Pulmonology
Week Six
Topic: Situational Awareness for Risks and Complications in Interventional Pulmonology
Week Seven
Topic: Do I really need to do research? I don't have the time - Research Opportunities in Interventional Pulmonology
Week Eight
Topic: From Babyboomer to GenZ - How to deal with different generations in your work environment
Week Nine
Topic: How to find your Research Buddy... Never walk alone.
Week Ten
Topic: Ergonomics in Bronchoscopy
Are you ready to join us?
If you are interested in participating in our mentorship program, please fill out the form below to begin the process. Please remember that this program is exclusively for current WIIP Members. If you are not yet a member and would like to join us, please create a WiIP Membership that aligns with your current role, and enroll once you are an active member.