Watch this eminent doctor hit new heights after an epic career change | USA TODAY

Her career change turned a doctor into an academic leader and a USA TODAY Woman of the Year. Physician-scientist Dr. Melissa Gilliam switched to academia and achieved a series of firsts culminating in becoming President-elect of Boston University. Read more about USA TODAY's 2024 Women of the Year here: womenoftheyear.usatoday.com #WOTY2024 #MelissaGilliam #Women