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A developmental model for enhancing research training during psychiatry residency
Andrew R Gilbert1, James D Tew, Charles F Reynolds
1University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, PA 15213, USA.
Summary
A structured research track (RT) enhances psychiatry residency training for academic careers. This model successfully trains physician-scientists, with many residents pursuing research post-doctoral or grant-funded positions.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Medical Education
- Academic Research Training
Background:
- The critical need for physician-scientists in psychiatry.
- The University of Pittsburgh Department of Psychiatry's 10-year development of a research track (RT).
- Addressing barriers identified by the 2003 Institute of Medicine (IOM) report.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a developmental model for enhancing residency research training.
- To present an adaptable model for psychiatry residency programs nationwide.
- To detail the evolution of a structured research track within a university's residency program.
Main Methods:
- Outlining a model for residency research training.
- Implementing a structured research track (RT) for psychiatry residents.
- Incorporating strategies to overcome regulatory, institutional, and personal barriers.
Main Results:
- Residents in the RT can dedicate up to 50% (PGY-3) and 75% (PGY-4) of their time to research.
- Currently, 13 residents and fellows are enrolled in the track.
- Over 10 years, 15 of 33 RT residents transitioned to research postdocs or academic positions.
Conclusions:
- The described research track model is feasible within Psychiatry Residency Review Committee (RRC) parameters.
- The experience suggests successful organization and implementation of research training during psychiatry residency.
- The model provides a framework for other U.S. psychiatry residency programs.
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