Leadership rarely arrives as a clean promotion and perfect timing. Teresa welcomes Dean Debra Parker, a pharmacist, mentor, and longtime academic leader, for an honest talk about the moments that shape a career when you’re still figuring it out. From being “thrust” into leadership early to learning how mentorship works in real clinical settings, Deborah shares the turning points that built her confidence and clarified her values. 

We get specific about what pharmacy leadership looks like on the ground: ambulatory care practice, collaborative practice agreements, interdisciplinary teamwork, and the behind-the-scenes realities of billing, coding, and operations that can make or break patient care. Deborah also walks through the leap into academia to help launch a new pharmacy school and navigate accreditation, and why big, complex projects only move when you break them into milestones and communicate clearly about what you’re piloting. 

Then we zoom out to academic healthcare leadership today. The pandemic forced rapid change, online education expanded access, and student expectations keep shifting. Deborah explains why the hardest challenge is changing fast enough without stripping away what faculty love about their work. Along the way, we name imposter syndrome, bias, and the pressure women feel in rooms where they’re underrepresented, plus practical ways to delegate without guilt, stop self-disqualifying, and amplify other women so ideas and credit stick. 

If you care about women in healthcare leadership, healthcare education, mentoring emerging leaders, and building the courage to lead before you feel ready, this conversation will stay with you. Subscribe, share with a colleague, and leave a review so more women can find the show and step forward, too. What’s one leadership move you’ll make this month?

What separates good leaders from great ones? Vision, empowerment, and culture. In this episode, Jen and Teresa unpack the championship mindset and how healthcare leaders can shape a legacy that lasts well beyond the season.

Leadership isn’t defined by a single moment—it’s about consistency over time. Join Jen and Teresa as they explore endurance, resilience, and mentorship, and how these qualities help healthcare leaders thrive through challenges and build lasting impact.

The season starts here! In this episode of The Healthcare She Suite, Dr. Jen Jackson and Dr. Teresa Ash draw parallels between the football kickoff and leadership in healthcare. From preparation to adaptability to collaboration, discover how leaders can set the tone for success and keep their teams ready for whatever comes next.

The latest episode of The Healthcare She Suite podcast, hosted by Jen Jackson and Teresa Ash, shines a spotlight on developing the next generation of women leaders in healthcare. In a candid and insightful discussion, Jen and Teresa explore the unique challenges and opportunities facing women as they rise through the ranks of healthcare leadership.

This episode delves deep into the key qualities that define exceptional leaders, highlighting the importance of effective communication, genuine empathy, unwavering resiliency, adaptability in the face of change, and the art of active listening. Through real-world examples and thoughtful commentary, the hosts emphasize how cultivating these qualities not only empowers individual women but also helps to shape inclusive and forward-thinking organizations.

Listeners are invited to reflect on their own leadership journeys and consider how these essential traits can be nurtured both personally and within their teams. Whether you are an aspiring leader or a seasoned executive, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiration for those committed to advancing women in healthcare leadership.

In the first episode of the Healthcare She Suite podcast, hosts  Dr. Jen Jackson and Dr. Teresa Ash introduce themselves and their extensive nursing and pharmacy leadership backgrounds. The episode explores the historical and current roles of women in healthcare, highlighting the challenges they face and the impact of trailblazers like Florence Nightingale, Dr. Linda Aiken, Dr. Kathy Morrow, and Teresa's own Grandmother. Emphasizing the need for diverse and interdisciplinary leadership, the hosts call for creating inclusive, innovative, and safe environments for all healthcare workers. The episode ends with a call to action for all leaders to mentor, inspire change, and support the next generation of women in healthcare.

Just a tiny dose of things to come in The Healthcare She Suite.