Training future cardiac and thoracic surgeons
Cardiothoracic Surgery Research Training Program
This program is designed to help train new heart and chest surgeons, giving them the skills and support they need to succeed in their careers and help more patients in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11001523 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program focuses on training the next generation of academic cardiac and thoracic surgeons to address the current shortage in this specialty. It provides a structured research training environment during residency, allowing participants to gain essential skills in surgical research and leadership. The program leverages the expertise of experienced faculty and the resources of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC Health System. By fostering collaborative partnerships, it aims to prepare residents for successful independent careers in cardiothoracic surgery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are medical residents pursuing a career in cardiothoracic surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in surgical training or do not require cardiothoracic surgical interventions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research training program could significantly enhance the quality and availability of cardiothoracic surgical care for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully increased the number of qualified surgeons in various specialties, indicating a positive precedent for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Luketich, James D — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Luketich, James D
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.