Promoting translational and clinical science: The critical role of medical schools and teaching hospitals
2006
Promoting Translational and Clinical Science in Medical Education
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Author Information
Author(s): Dickler Howard B, Korn David, Gabbe Steven G
Primary Institution: Association of American Medical Colleges
Hypothesis
How can medical schools and teaching hospitals better support translational and clinical research?
Conclusion
The study outlines recommendations for overcoming obstacles in academic translational and clinical research in the US.
Supporting Evidence
- Academic translational and clinical research faces serious obstacles.
- Education in translational and clinical research should be a core requirement for medical schools.
- Institutions should provide support for junior faculty to succeed in research.
Takeaway
Medical schools need to teach future doctors about research so they can help turn new discoveries into better health for everyone.
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