NYACP Resident/Fellow Career Pathways Webinar Series

NYACP Resident & Fellow Committee | 2026

A three-part webinar series designed to support internal medicine residents and fellows as they explore career pathways, prepare for the transition to practice, and evaluate job opportunities in New York State

Webinar Schedule

All sessions are virtual and held from 5:00 – 6:00 PM (ET).

• Part 1: March 18, 2026

• Part 2: June 17, 2026

• Part 3: September 16, 2026

 Webinar Series Details

▶ Part 1:Reality Check: Careers in Hospital Medicine or Primary Care - What Are They Really Like?

Date: March 18, 2026 | Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM ET

Gain practical insights on:

• Day-to-day workflow
• Scheduling models
• Work–life balance, burnout prevention
• Opportunities for flexibility and advancement in both academic and community settings.

Moderator: Agostina Velo, MD

Panelists: 
Raphael Rabinowitz, MD, FACP, Clinical Associate Professor, Dept. of Medicine, NYU
Sravan Ponnekanti, MD, Chief Hospitalist, Guthrie Corning Hospital
Alison Koransky, MD, FACP, Asst. Professor of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Bailey Perry, MD, Internal Medicine Physician, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

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▶ Part 2: Preparing for the Transition

Date: June 17, 2026 | Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM ET

Moderators:
Curie Ahn, MD (pending)
Sima Rawal, MD (confirmed)

Panelists:
Vasundhara Singh, MD, FACP
Tamara Goldberg, MD, FACP
Primary Care Program Director
Healthcare Administrator

Topics Include

• Job search timelines and NY-specific hiring cycles
• How to stand out as an applicant
• NYS licensing, credentialing, and timelines
• Understanding employment contracts in New York
• Academic vs. community employment models
• Financial planning basics for NY physicians

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▶ Part 3: What to Look for When Choosing a Position

Date: September 16, 2026 | Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM ET

Moderators
Theresa Paul, MD
Sean Callagy, MD
Ashlesha Chaudhary, MD

Panelists

• Charles Kast, MD, FACP
• Cynthia Fang, MD, FACP
• Larry Wolf, MD, FACP

Topics Include

• Practice role and professional fit
• Schedule and lifestyle considerations
• Organizational culture and support
• Visa waiver positions and how they differ

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