Physician-scientist
Physician-scientist
A Physician-scientist (pronunciation: /fɪˈzɪʃən ˈsaɪəntɪst/) is a healthcare professional who combines clinical practice with scientific research.
Etymology
The term "Physician-scientist" is a compound word derived from the words "physician" and "scientist". The word "physician" comes from the Old French fisicien meaning "a healer, medical practitioner", which in turn is derived from the Latin physica meaning "natural science". The word "scientist" was coined by the philosopher William Whewell in 1833 and is derived from the Latin scientia meaning "knowledge".
Role and Responsibilities
Physician-scientists are uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between biomedical research and clinical practice. They are trained to both treat patients and conduct research, often focusing on translating research findings into practical applications for patient care. This dual role allows them to bring a unique perspective to both the research they conduct and the care they provide to patients.
Training and Education
Training to become a physician-scientist typically involves a combined MD-PhD program, also known as a Medical Scientist Training Program. These programs are designed to provide comprehensive training in both clinical medicine and research.
Related Terms
- Clinical research
- Translational research
- Medical Scientist Training Program
- Healthcare professional
- Biomedical research
- Doctor of Medicine
- Doctor of Philosophy
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Physician-scientist
- Wikipedia's article - Physician-scientist
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