MELA Moments: A Med-Ed Podcast
MELA Moments is a podcast about faculty development and clinical teaching excellence brought to you by the Medical Education Leadership Academy (MELA) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
This podcast is for clinicians who are passionate about honing their skills as educators. In each episode, we explore practical strategies, share insights from experienced faculty, and offer evidence-based tools to help you grow as an educator.
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2025 MELA Moments Podcasts
December 1, 2025
Episode 1: Mastering the Art of Effective Feedback
On this episode, our host, Dr. Erin Giudice, talks with Dr. Kate Donohue about how to give effective feedback to learners. They speak about the various challenges educators face when delivering feedback and elucidate strategies to surmount these obstacles, thereby fostering a growth-oriented environment. Dr. Donohue emphasizes the necessity of setting clear expectations as a precursor to meaningful feedback, as well as the significance of establishing a constructive feedback culture. By integrating these principles, we aim to enhance the educational experience and performance of our learners, ultimately contributing to their professional growth.