Monica Olsen
About Monica Olsen
Monica Olsen serves as Senior Faculty at the Physician Leadership Institute and has extensive experience in education and leadership development within the medical field. She has held various roles at multiple institutions since the late 1980s, focusing on enhancing leadership skills for physicians in Canada.
Work at Canadian Medical Association
Monica Olsen serves as Senior Faculty at the Canadian Medical Association's Physician Leadership Institute. She has held this position since 1988, contributing to the development of physician leadership skills for 36 years. Her role involves collaborating with a faculty team that possesses over 75 years of combined expertise in the field. The institute focuses on enhancing leadership capabilities among physicians across Canada.
Current Positions and Roles
Monica Olsen has a diverse portfolio of roles in various organizations. She has been an External Educator, Facilitator, and Coach at University Health Network since 2001, accumulating 23 years of experience. Additionally, she has worked as a Qualified Associate/Consultant at Culture-Strategy Fit, Inc. since 2008, and as an Education Facilitator for the Physician Workplace Support Program at the Ontario Medical Association since 2012. Furthermore, she has been a Facilitator/Instructor at DeGroote School of Business Executive Education, McMaster University since 2011.
Education and Expertise
Monica Olsen studied at University Associates and the University of Windsor, focusing on Human Resource Development, Psychology, and Nursing. She achieved a Master’s degree in Human Resource Development (MHRD) between 1983 and 1986. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in leadership development and education within the medical field.
Leadership Retreat Participation
Monica Olsen participates in a leadership retreat specifically designed for women physicians. This retreat is held at Peller Estates Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. The event aims to foster leadership skills and provide networking opportunities for women in the medical profession.
Contributions to Physician Leadership Development
Monica Olsen contributes to programs that focus on enhancing leadership skills and motivation for physician leaders across Canada. Her involvement in these initiatives reflects her commitment to developing effective leadership within the healthcare sector.