University of Montreal's Clinician-Investigator Program: A 10-Year Descriptive Evaluation.
Clin Invest Med
; 45(4): E1-10, 2022 12 31.
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| ID: mdl-36586100
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
Clinician-investigators have an important role in the development and implantation of new therapies and treatment modalities; however, there have been several reports highlighting a pending shortage in the clinician-investigators' workforce. In Canada, the Royal College has promoted the development of clinician-investigators programs (CIP) to facilitate the training of these individuals. There is currently a paucity of data regarding the outcomes of such programs. This study aims to identify the strengths and areas of improvement of the Montreal University CIP.Methods:
An internet-based 51-question survey was distributed to all the alumni from the University of Montreal CIP. Participation was voluntary and no incentives were provided. The response rate was 64%.Results:
Among respondents, 50% (n=16) had completed their clinical residency and all CIP requirements. The majority of these individuals (63%) had become independent investigators and had secured provincial and national funding. Satisfaction of the respondents was high regarding the overall program (85%), the research skills developed during the CIP (84%) and the financial support obtained during the program (72%). The satisfaction rate regarding career planning was lower (63%).Conclusion:
This survey demonstrates that, while indicators are favorable, some areas still require improvement. Several steps to improve the CIP have been identified; notably, the transition from the CIP to early independent career has been identified as critical in the development of clinician-investigators and steps have been taken to improve this progression.Palavras-chave
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Assunto principal:
Pesquisa Biomédica
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Internato e Residência
Tipo de estudo:
Evaluation_studies
Limite:
Humans
País/Região como assunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Clin Invest Med
Ano de publicação:
2022
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Canadá