Training future clinician-scientists at Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai Medical Scientist Training Program
This study is looking at how a special training program helps future doctors and researchers learn both medicine and science together, so they can become skilled professionals ready for exciting careers in healthcare and research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877773 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai trains a diverse group of clinician-scientists through a dual-degree program that combines medical and research education. This program integrates clinical exposure with advanced research methodologies, ensuring that trainees develop essential skills for impactful careers in both biomedical research and clinical practice. Participants engage in workshops and networking opportunities to enhance their leadership and professional competencies, preparing them for various career paths in academia and industry.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are individuals pursuing careers in medicine and research, particularly those interested in becoming clinician-scientists.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a career in medicine or research may not benefit directly from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to a new generation of highly skilled clinician-scientists who can advance medical research and improve patient care.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully produced clinician-scientists who have made significant contributions to medical research and patient care.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Swartz, Talia H — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Swartz, Talia H
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.