
“What Drove You To Leadership?” with Drs. Kelly, Beaty & Sucato
05/15/24 • 38 min
What happens when you reach a point in your career where you want a new challenge? For Drs. Daniel Sucato, James Beaty, and Derek Kelly, leadership opportunities gave them the chance to mentor other doctors and pursue new experiences. In this episode, we share a panel discussion between Dr. Sucato — chief of staff and director of the Scottish Rite for Children Hospital in Dallas — and Campbell Clinic’s own Drs. Beaty and Kelly. They discuss their career trajectories so far, share advice for finding a mentor or a mentee, explain why research is so important to them, and share leadership lessons they’ve learned throughout their careers.
Episode Recap:
- Today we’re talking with Drs. Kelly, Beaty, and Sucato about all things leadership and orthopaedics (1:13)
- Can you tell us about the trajectory that led you to Scottish Rite? (3:01)
- How do you know when it’s time for a new challenge? (5:43)
- What does mentorship mean to you, and how can people find it? (8:30)
- Why is research on complications so important to you? (14:57)
- What was your favorite pediatric orthopaedic procedure? (21:41)
- What is the biggest problem you want to see solved in ten years? (25:43)
- How do humor and storytelling show up in your leadership? (26:39)
- How has music benefited your life and work? (32:16)
- What does family mean to you?(36:25)
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What happens when you reach a point in your career where you want a new challenge? For Drs. Daniel Sucato, James Beaty, and Derek Kelly, leadership opportunities gave them the chance to mentor other doctors and pursue new experiences. In this episode, we share a panel discussion between Dr. Sucato — chief of staff and director of the Scottish Rite for Children Hospital in Dallas — and Campbell Clinic’s own Drs. Beaty and Kelly. They discuss their career trajectories so far, share advice for finding a mentor or a mentee, explain why research is so important to them, and share leadership lessons they’ve learned throughout their careers.
Episode Recap:
- Today we’re talking with Drs. Kelly, Beaty, and Sucato about all things leadership and orthopaedics (1:13)
- Can you tell us about the trajectory that led you to Scottish Rite? (3:01)
- How do you know when it’s time for a new challenge? (5:43)
- What does mentorship mean to you, and how can people find it? (8:30)
- Why is research on complications so important to you? (14:57)
- What was your favorite pediatric orthopaedic procedure? (21:41)
- What is the biggest problem you want to see solved in ten years? (25:43)
- How do humor and storytelling show up in your leadership? (26:39)
- How has music benefited your life and work? (32:16)
- What does family mean to you?(36:25)
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"We Are Their Servants" | 100 Years of Campbell Clinic Residency with Drs. Beaty, Azar, and Kelly
The Campbell Clinic residency program is celebrating 100 years. Since its founding in 1924, the Campbell Clinic has been at the forefront of orthopaedic treatments and medical advancements. In this episode, we are joined by Chief of Staff Emeritus Dr. James Beaty, current Chief of Staff Dr. Frederick Azar, and current Director of the Residency Program Dr. Derek Kelly. You'll hear the history of the Campbell Clinic and its place in the history of Orthopaedic Surgery in the United States. We'll end the episode discussing how the Campbell Clinic Residency Program is paving the way for the future of the field for the next 100 years.
- What sets the Campbell Clinic Residency Program apart from others in the country? (2:31)
- How did the Campbell Clinic and the Residency Program begin? (4:57)
- What is the history of Campbell Clinic and its commitment to a legacy of excellence? (9:07)
- What does the Campbell Clinic mean to Dr. Beaty? (16:48)
- What is the impact of a program like Campbell Clinical for residents? (19:36)
- When thinking about the future of the Campbell Clinic, what are the most exciting things on the horizon? (22:47)
- How do you see the expansion of Campbell Clinic ensuring the best experience for residents and the greater field of Orthopaedics? (24:15)
- Who is a good fit for the Campbell Clinic Residency? (28:53)
- How does the legacy of 100 years impact how you see your work? (30:48)
- How would you define professionals in orthopaedics that have a forward-thinking mindset? (34:02)
Links and Resources:
Campbell Clinic
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"The Care Every Athlete Deserves" with Dr. David Bernholt
As athletes continue to get bigger, faster, and stronger, it’s more important than ever to make high-quality orthopaedic care accessible to those who need it. In this episode, Dr. David Bernholt shares his perspective on some of the most common sports injuries, the latest innovations in treatment, and the importance of evidence-based care. He also offers advice to parents of young athletes who want to help keep their children safe. Dr. Bernholt is a sports medicine surgeon and a former collegiate athlete with a specialization in complex knee trauma.
Episode Recap:
- Today we’re talking with Dr. David Bernholt, a sports medicine surgeon at Campbell Clinic (1:27)
- What are some types of complex knee trauma you see in your work? (2:25)
- Can you tell us about the injuries you often see on the sideline? (4:12)
- How is Campbell Clinic helping athletes of all levels access the best care? (7:14)
- What do parents of young athletes need to know? (15:40)
- What are some common injuries you see in volleyball and soccer? (18:45)
- What is evidence-based care and why does it matter? (21:14)
- How do you stay ready for anything? (26:33)
- Where do you think sports medicine is headed next? (28:44)
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