Breaking the Silence: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Healthcare Leadership
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Speaker: Rajamathangi Gounder, Learning and Organizational Development Specialist, Northwell Health
Imposter syndrome affects professionals across industries, but in healthcare, where high stakes and continuous learning are the norm, its impact can be particularly profound. This webinar will explore how imposter syndrome manifests in healthcare leadership, how it affects career growth and team dynamics, and the strategies individuals and organizations can use to combat it. Join us as we uncover the tools to reframe self-doubt, foster resilience, and create inclusive environments that empower leaders to thrive with authenticity.
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify the signs and triggers of imposter syndrome in healthcare professionals and leaders.
- Implement practical strategies to reframe self-doubt, embrace growth, and celebrate achievements.
- Recognize the role of workplace culture, leadership, and equity in mitigating imposter syndrome and fostering supportive environments.
- Develop actionable steps to build self-awareness and seek mentorship or peer support.
- Apply techniques to lead with authenticity and empower teams while navigating their own imposter feelings.
This NAHAM webinar provides one (1) NAHAM-approved contact hour.
Rajamathangi Gounder
Senior Educator, Learning and Organizational Development
Northwell Health
Rajamathangi “Raja” Gounder is a healthcare learning and organizational development professional and speaker. Her work focuses on advancing workforce capability, organizational readiness, and >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW255158952 BCX8"> experience through education and innovation.
As a Senior Educator of Learning and Organizational Development at Northwell Health, Raja leads learning and workforce development initiatives supporting Patient Access Services across 21 hospitals. She translates complex healthcare operations into scalable learning solutions and supports the adoption of evolving technologies and workflows. Her work strengthens workforce readiness, promotes operational consistency, and equips healthcare teams to confidently navigate change.
Raja’s multidisciplinary career spans direct patient care, healthcare operations, project management, and organizational development. Her experience as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant provides a clinical foundation for her work. This perspective continues to shape her approach to workforce development, patient experience, and healthcare transformation.
Raja holds a Master of Health Administration from Hofstra University and a Master of Arts in Exercise Science and Physical Education from Montclair State University. Her professional and academic interests include workforce development, organizational change, and preparing healthcare professionals for technology-enabled healthcare environments.
Beyond her role at Northwell Health, Raja serves on the Board of Directors for the ACE Women’s Network of Connecticut. She also serves as Vice President of Public Relations for Bethel Toastmasters. These leadership roles reflect her commitment to professional advancement, leadership development, and effective communication.
As a speaker, Raja explores patient experience, imposter syndrome, workforce development, and AI adoption in healthcare. She brings a systems-level perspective shaped by her experience in clinical care, healthcare operations, and organizational development. Raja is passionate about equipping healthcare professionals to navigate change and positively influence the patient’s journey.
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