Training anesthesiologists to become physician-scientists
Research Training of Anesthesiology Physician-Scientists
This program is designed to help anesthesiology residents at McGovern Medical School in Houston become skilled researchers, so they can better contribute to the field and improve patient care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10816456 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program supports postgraduate training for anesthesiology residents at McGovern Medical School in Houston, focusing on developing their research skills. Candidates will engage in research opportunities provided by experienced faculty across various departments, enhancing their ability to contribute to the field of anesthesiology. The program aims to foster independent physician-scientists who can address the research needs of the specialty through modern methodologies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are anesthesiology residents or fellows committed to pursuing research in their field.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in anesthesiology training or research may not directly benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research training program could lead to advancements in anesthesiology practices and improved patient care through innovative research.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully produced physician-scientists in other medical fields, indicating a promising approach for anesthesiology as well.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eltzschig, Holger K. — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Eltzschig, Holger K.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.