
About PeakMD
As the founder of PeakMD, I leverage my extensive experience as a division chief, medical director, and course director alongside my expertise in career coaching to empower physicians in achieving meaningful professional growth. I specialize in guiding early- to mid-career professionals through pivotal career transitions, including establishing a distinctive niche, advancing into leadership roles, and negotiating positions that support long-term success.
With firsthand experience in academic medicine and health system leadership, I understand the complexities of balancing clinical responsibilities, teaching, and research while striving for a fulfilling career path. My approach is strategic, personalized, and results-driven, providing physicians with the tools they need to navigate critical career moments—from preparing for high-stakes interviews and crafting impactful communication to effectively planning their first 90 days in a leadership role. My goal is to help physicians build successful, purpose-driven careers without compromising their well-being.
In addition to my coaching work, I serve in leadership roles, where I contribute to faculty development, teach medical students, and lead institutional initiatives. I am deeply committed to professional identity formation, advancing women in leadership, and promoting physician wellness.
Podcasts
I’m honored to have been a guest on the following podcasts:
Invited talks
Networking: Enhancing Opportunities, Collaboration, and Growth. UT Dell Medical School 9/24
Beyond the Noise: Getting to Where You Want to Go. Vitals Retreat for Women Physicians 10/24 SanFrancisco
Kulkarni-Date M, Nieto K, Wallingford G. The Importance of Mentor Networks
Scholar Mentor Program. UT Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas 10/23
Curriculum Vitae Workshop. UT Dell Med
Kulkarni-Date M, Nieto K. Identifying your own Needs from Your Mentors.
Scholar Mentor Program. UT Dell Medical School Austin, Texas 9/23
Organizations
Travis County Medical Society Women in Medicine Committee
Faculty for Women in Internal Medicine, UT Dell Medical School
Awards
University of Texas Shine Academy of Distinguished Educators.
Outstanding Educator Award, Sue Cox Academy of Distinguished Educator, UT Dell Medical School.
Relevant Published Works
Unfinished Business: Bringing Greater Equity to Career Advancement and Promotions for Clinician Educators in Academic Medicine. Salib S, Kulkarni-Date M, Pierce RG. Am J Med. 2022 Jan31: S0002-9343(22)00049-3.doi10/1016/j.amjmed.2021.12.016.
