Training future leaders in otolaryngology to improve communication disorder treatments
Official title: Research Training in Otolaryngology Program
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10730052 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help medical students and residents learn about treating communication disorders, offering them personalized support and research opportunities to become skilled doctors, especially focusing on including people from diverse backgrounds to improve care for patients with these challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $460,164 |
| NIH project number | 1R25DC021243-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10730052 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are medical students and residents interested in pursuing a career in otolaryngology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in medical training or do not have communication disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This program focuses on training medical students and residents in the field of otolaryngology, which deals with communication disorders. Participants will receive tailored mentorship and research experiences to prepare them for careers as clinician-scientists. The program emphasizes professional development and aims to recruit individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. By fostering innovative research and skills, the program seeks to enhance the future of otolaryngology and improve treatment options for patients with communication impairments.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and innovations in the management of communication disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have shown success in developing future leaders in various medical fields, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carey, John Patrick — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Carey, John Patrick
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.