Some of the most impactful research in the realm of human health and disease stems from physician-scientists. While the dual roles of caring for patients and conducting research give physician-scientists unique skills and perspective in both the clinical and research realms, the realities of the training environment, funding landscape, and focus on publications dissuade people from this crucial dual path. Collectively, the lack of funding, limited mentorship, and time constraints steer would-be physician-researchers towards purely clinical careers, a trend that disproportionately keeps women and underrepresented groups from engaging in research.

This session will bring together representatives from Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation, the Harold Amos Medical Faculty Development Program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and Burroughs Wellcome Fund to highlight their programs and engage with the CFR community.