On preventing the extinction of the physician-scientist in pediatric pulmonology.
While the founders of Pediatric Pulmonology recognized the necessity of research as a vital part of the developing sub specialty, the field has struggled to develop and maintain physician-scientists and investigators. The clinical growth in Pediatric Pulmonology has resulted in significant challenges in career development faced by physician-scientists who aim to establish or maintain independent investigative programs. Such challenges may only be overcome with changes in how both trainees and established physician-scientists in Pediatric Pulmonology are supported.
Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia , Philadelphia, PA , USA ; Department of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania , Philadelphia, PA , USA.
Ronald C
RC
Rubenstein
Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia , Philadelphia, PA , USA ; Department of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania , Philadelphia, PA , USA.
James L
JL
Kreindler
career development; pediatrics; physician-scientist; pulmonology; training