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The NUS MBBS-PhD programme: nurturing clinician-scientists for tomorrow
S C Hooi1, D R Koh, V T K Chow
1Department of Physiology, National University of Singapore, Singapore.
Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
|July 13, 2005
Summary
Singapore's MBBS-PhD program trains top medical students in integrated clinical and research skills. It aims to develop clinician-scientists for advancing biomedical research and innovation in Singapore.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Biomedical Research
- Singapore
Background:
- Launched in July 2000 by the National University of Singapore's Faculty of Medicine.
- Collaborated with the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology.
- Supported by the Economic Development Board and Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Singapore.
Observation:
- The program integrates clinical training with basic biomedical research.
- It targets the brightest medical students to nurture their talents.
- Aims to stimulate advanced research in clinically relevant areas.
Findings:
- The program trains clinician-scientists to bridge basic biology and clinical practice.
- Graduates are equipped to solve complex biomedical problems.
- It fosters leadership in biomedical research initiatives.
Implications:
- Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths including clinical research, basic research, and the biotechnology industry.
- The program contributes to Singapore's goal of becoming a biomedical hub.
- It enhances the pipeline of future medical researchers and innovators.