Reproductive Scientist Development Program: Bridging the Gap to the Physician Scientist Career
Jamie O Lo1, Emily R Boniface2, Amanda Heflin3
1Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, Mail Code L458, Portland, OR, 97239, USA. loj@ohsu.edu.
Reproductive Sciences (Thousand Oaks, Calif.)
|April 5, 2023
Summary
The Reproductive Scientist Development Program (RSDP) effectively supports OBGYN physician-scientists, fostering independence and advancing women's health research. This K12 program is crucial for training future leaders in obstetrics and gynecology research.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Physician-Scientist Training
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Research
Background:
- Career development awards are vital for advancing physician-scientists in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN).
- Optimizing award selection is key for investigative independence in OBGYN research.
- National Institutes of Health (NIH) K-series awards integrate career development and applied research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the academic achievements of past and present scholars in the Reproductive Scientist Development Program (RSDP).
- To discuss the structure, impact, and future of the RSDP, a K12 program focused on women's health for OBGYN investigators.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of academic achievements of RSDP scholars.
- Review of the RSDP program structure and outcomes.
Main Results:
- Data presented on the academic accomplishments of RSDP scholars.
- The RSDP is highlighted as a successful model for OBGYN physician-scientist development.
Conclusions:
- The RSDP is a critical federally funded program for training OBGYN scientific investigators in women's health.
- Such programs are essential for maintaining a pipeline of skilled physician-scientists in the evolving healthcare landscape.
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