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Using Problem Solving and Reframing to Strengthen PhD Mentoring: A Structured Faculty-Led Approach

Carmen Alvarez1, Se Hee Min, Seul Ki Choi

  • 1Author Affiliations: Department of Family and Community Health, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Drs Alvarez, Min, and Boyden); Eidos LGBTQ+ Health Initiative, Department of Family and Community Health, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Dr Choi); School of Professional Studies, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island (Dr Barrows); and University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Dr Buttenheim).

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Summary

Improving PhD mentoring in nursing requires addressing misaligned expectations and communication gaps. Implementing a shared definition, clear role guidelines, and faculty training enhances doctoral student success.

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PhD trainingadvisingco-advisor modelfaculty developmentrole expectations

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