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Tεύχος 37 | Σεπτέμβριος - Οκτώβριος 2025
Commentary by Stamatia Galani, final-year medical student, University of Patras, GR, Aspiring Urologist
demanding nature,
and the challenge
of balancing ambition with self-acceptance. Besides, this
allows her to
grow and remain authentic. Dr Pietropaolo relates
to this, sharing that
over time, she learned
to recognize her own merit and to value balance over constant comparison.
Beyond professional advice, the
exchange between the two urologists is also
an example of humility and solidarity. They remind listeners that leadership is a collective endeavor as it thrives when experienced professionals mentor others and when institutions value inclusion. I could say that their dialogue sheds light even on the emotional side of leadership as they underline the importance of confidence, empathy, and the ability to find strength in vulnerability.
Conclusively, “Leadership Ladder: Creating Your Path” transcends the boundaries of Urology. It delivers a universal message about progress coming from people who dare to believe in themselves while helping others climb alongside them. Prof
Ribal’s wisdom and Dr Pietropaolo’s passion blend to assume that regardless of gender, success is defined by impact, integrity, and collaboration.
Their conversation leaves us with a hopeful vision of the future, where diversity is progressively encouraged and every “step” on the leadership laddercontributestobuildingamore
inclusive and inspiring medical community. Personally, as a future doctor, this podcast helped me envision a significant change about the way women are treated in surgical specialties. It is reassuring to be motivated by two successful women, especially in a world that is often disapproving our rights and visions. I already know plenty of female medical students who aspire to practice Urology, so we need more mentors and leaders that
will focus on the capability and
inspire us to invest on our visions.
Listen to the podcast here
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