Dr. Lulu Zhang is a board-certified interventional radiologist and Program Director of the Integrated and Independent Interventional Radiology Residency at the University of Cincinnati. With a unique surgical background that has shaped her approach to procedures and patient care, Dr. Zhang brings a distinctive perspective to interventional radiology practice and education.
In this episode, Dr. Zhang shares her journey from surgery to IR, offering insights into how her diverse clinical background has influenced her approach to procedures, patient care, and mentorship. She reflects on the daily realities of life in interventional radiology, discussing the value of her surgical foundation and her dedication to longitudinal patient care. Dr. Zhang also delves into her passion for resident education, highlighting key strategies for preparing trainees for both clinical practice and the business side of medicine, along with her ongoing efforts to define procedural benchmarks in IR.
Additionally, Dr. Zhang speaks candidly about her advocacy for mentorship and representation, sharing the progress she has witnessed throughout her career in inspiring more women to pursue radiology by breaking stereotypes and expanding their visibility in the field.
Join us for an insightful conversation about interventional radiology, leadership, and the power of mentorship with Dr. Lulu Zhang.
Connect with Dr. Zhang via email!
Lulu.zhang@uc.edu; zhang3ll@ucmail.uc.edu
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