From Improvised to Intentional: Re-Imagining the Physician-Scientist Career Path

Key Points

• The aim is to critically analyze the career transition of physician-scientists from improvisation to intentionality.
• Literature review of existing pathways for physician-scientists
• Interviews with experienced physician-scientists
• Analysis of career trajectories and challenges
• Identified the lack of structured career paths for physician-scientists
• Highlighted the importance of intentional career planning
• Suggested frameworks for developing clear pathways in physician-scientist roles