Program Overview

Introduction to the Physician Scientist Training Pathway (PSTP)

The Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is one of eight departments that participate in the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine’s Physician Scientist Training Pathway (PSTP) Program. The PSTP promotes the training and early career development of physician scientists who will become future leaders in academic medicine.

Program Overview

The Pathway integrates the transition period from completion of MD degree through residency, subspecialty fellowship training and an individualized training plan in basic or clinical postdoctoral research. Across the nation, there are only 30 pediatric departments that offer the PSTP. Under the leadership of Lyndsay Harshman, MD, MS, our Pathway demonstrates our department’s commitment to fostering the career development of trainees for an academic career.

Eligibility and Application

Although prior research experience is desirable, we welcome anyone with a research interest to consider applying. We pride our program on mentoring and growing researchers. Applications are open for the current residency application cycle, and will be accepted until December 1 of each year.

Additional Opportunities

Fellows in the UI Stead Family Department of Pediatrics who have an interest in a career as a physician scientist are encouraged to consider applying for the Pediatric Scientist Development Program (PSDP).

Program Details

• Program Details
  • The program integrates the transition period from completion of MD degree through residency, subspecialty fellowship training and an individualized training plan in basic or clinical postdoctoral research.
• Application Form
  • Applications are open for the current residency application cycle, and will be accepted until December 1 of each year.
• Program Scholars
  • Fellows in the UI Stead Family Department of Pediatrics who have an interest in a career as a physician scientist are encouraged to consider applying for the Pediatric Scientist Development Program (PSDP).
• FAQs
  • The program is designed to promote the training and early career development of physician scientists who will become future leaders in academic medicine.

Leadership

The program is led by Lyndsay Harshman, MD, MS, who serves as the Director of the Pediatric Physician Scientist Training Program, Medical Director of Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Associate Professor of Pediatrics-Nephrology, Dialysis and Transplantation, and Stead Family Scholar.

Location

The University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine is located at 200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242.

Conclusion

The Physician Scientist Training Pathway (PSTP) at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine is a unique program that provides training and early career development for physician scientists. The program is designed to promote the career development of trainees for an academic career and is led by experienced faculty members. With its strong focus on research and individualized training plans, the PSTP is an excellent opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career as a physician scientist.