Early Career Investigator Essentials: Adapting and Excelling in Challenging Times

Nov 10 2025
Convention Center: Room 146C, Level 1
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

World Class Speakers

Anjana Pillai, MD, FAASLD
Presenter

Anjana Pillai, MD, FAASLD

University of Chicago
Jonathan G Stine, MD, MSc
Presenter

Jonathan G Stine, MD, MSc

Pennsylvania State University
Shari Rogal, MD, MPH
Presenter

Shari Rogal, MD, MPH

University of Pittsburgh
Richard Sterling, MD, MSc, FAASLD
Moderator

Richard Sterling, MD, MSc, FAASLD

Virginia Commonwealth University
Mandana Khalili, MD
Moderator

Mandana Khalili, MD

University of California, San Francisco

Description

In an era of rapid change and uncertainty, the ability to adapt and excel is crucial for early career investigators seeking sustained success. This community conversation focuses on strategies for maintaining productivity, resilience, and innovation amid evolving professional and personal landscapes. Panelists provide actionable insights to help attendees navigate uncertainty, embrace change, manage stress and burnout, and drive meaningful progress in their work when faced with setbacks or barriers. 

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Presentations

3:45 PM - 3:55 PM
Nov 10 2025
Washington, D.C.

Navigating Through Turbulence: Staying Productive, Positive, and Poised in Uncertain Times

Anjana Pillai, MD, FAASLD, Presenter
Trainee
3:55 PM - 4:05 PM
Nov 10 2025
Washington, D.C.

Building Research Resilience: Funding Strategies for Long-Term Success

Jonathan G Stine, MD, MSc, Presenter
Trainee
4:05 PM - 4:15 PM
Nov 10 2025
Washington, D.C.

Bouncing Back: Turning Professional Setbacks Into Success

Shari Rogal, MD, MPH, Presenter
Trainee

Objectives

  • Summarize the importance of developing self-care strategies to improve mental health, promote work-life balance, and prevent burnout.
  • Review how to develop an approach to overcome professional setbacks or barriers to progress.
  • Define strategies for finding and securing research sponsorship.