Training vascular surgeons to improve treatments for blood vessel diseases
Interdisciplinary Training for Vascular Surgeon Scientists
This program is designed to help future vascular surgeons become experts in understanding and treating blood vessel diseases by giving them hands-on training and research experience over two years, so they can improve care for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10865089 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program focuses on training vascular surgeon-scientists to enhance their understanding of vascular diseases and develop better therapies. Participants will engage in a two-year integrated training program that combines hands-on laboratory skills with clinical research methodologies. The training emphasizes a learning cycle that includes practical experiences and reflective observation, preparing graduates to conduct independent research and contribute to academic surgical faculties. By fostering a new generation of skilled surgeon-scientists, the program aims to advance the field of vascular surgery significantly.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from vascular diseases who may benefit from advancements in treatment developed by trained vascular surgeon-scientists.
Not a fit: Patients with non-vascular related conditions may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved therapies and better outcomes for patients with vascular diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have shown success in developing specialized medical professionals who contribute significantly to their fields, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida — Gainesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Upchurch, Gilbert Rivers — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Upchurch, Gilbert Rivers
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.