Training future physician-scientists to improve patient care
Pathways to Mentorship and Research: Training the Next Generation Physician-Scientists
This study is all about helping doctors in training become great physician-scientists by giving them the support and guidance they need during their residency, especially in Infectious Diseases and Immunology, so they can improve patient care through exciting new research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10896163 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the training of physician-scientists, who play a crucial role in connecting basic science with clinical practice. It aims to foster intellectual curiosity and mentorship during residency programs, particularly in the fields of Infectious Diseases and Immunology. By providing early and ongoing mentorship, the program seeks to prepare residents for successful careers as physician-scientists, ultimately improving patient care through innovative research. The initiative is based at Massachusetts General Hospital and involves collaboration with Harvard Medical School.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are medical residents interested in pursuing a career as physician-scientists, particularly in the fields of Infectious Diseases and Immunology.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in medical training or do not have an interest in the physician-scientist career path may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a stronger workforce of physician-scientists, resulting in improved patient care and advancements in medical research.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing the physician-scientist workforce and improving patient outcomes through mentorship and training.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vyas, Jatin M — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Vyas, Jatin M
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.