Training veterinary physician scientists with dual degrees
UC Davis DVM/PhD Medical Scientist Training Program
This program at UC Davis helps students become both veterinarians and researchers, so they can better understand and improve animal health through a mix of hands-on medical training and advanced science studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10839948 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program at UC Davis trains students to earn both a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree. It addresses the critical need for clinician-scientists in veterinary medicine by providing a comprehensive educational pathway that combines medical training with advanced research skills. The program has successfully graduated numerous students who have gone on to impactful careers in academia, government, and industry, contributing to the veterinary and biomedical fields.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are individuals interested in pursuing a career that combines veterinary medicine with scientific research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a career in veterinary medicine or research may not benefit directly from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of qualified veterinary physician scientists, enhancing research and clinical practices in veterinary medicine.
How similar studies have performed: This program builds on successful models of dual-degree training in veterinary medicine, demonstrating a proven approach to developing clinician-scientists.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cummings, Bethany Paige — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Cummings, Bethany Paige
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.