Landing the Job

Vidhya Prakash, MD

May 10, 2026

Physician Leadership Journal

Volume 13, Issue 3, Pages 45-46

https://doi.org/10.55834/plj.3103784930

Abstract

The author shares her experience of being offered the chief medical officer (CMO) position, discussing how she navigated negotiation, career advancement, and gender bias as a woman leader. Drawing on expert advice and personal insights, she addresses salary talks, relationship management, and challenges from societal expectations. She highlights the value of preparation, evidence-based strategies, and emotional intelligence, concluding with gratitude for her support network and the empowering role of collaboration in leadership.

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