Training future physician-scientists in academic medicine
Official title: Medical College of Wisconsin Physician Scientist Immersion Program
Funded at Medical College of Wisconsin · NIH-11026414 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Medical College of Wisconsin is starting a special program to help train doctors who want to become researchers, giving them hands-on support and skills over two years so they can succeed in their medical careers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $192,924 |
| NIH project number | 5R38HL167238-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11026414 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are resident trainees in medicine, surgery, anesthesia, and pediatrics who are interested in pursuing a career as physician-scientists.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in medical training or who are not pursuing a career in research may not benefit directly from this program.
What this research studies
The Medical College of Wisconsin Physician-Scientist Immersion Program (MCW-PSIP) aims to recruit and train promising physician-scientist candidates to address the decline in this vital workforce. The program offers a structured environment where resident trainees receive intensive mentoring and research skills training over a period of 23-24 months. Participants will engage in research blocks tailored to their experience levels, from those new to research to those with prior Ph.D. training, ultimately preparing them for certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties. This initiative focuses on fostering a supportive atmosphere to help residents thrive as independent researchers in various medical fields.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the number of qualified physician-scientists, leading to improved medical research and patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs have shown success in enhancing the training and retention of physician-scientists, making this approach both promising and tested.
Where this research is happening
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Widlansky, Michael E — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Widlansky, Michael E
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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.