Resident Research
 
 

The residents in the Department of Surgery at the University of Florida have the unique opportunity to take time away from their clinical responsibilities after the completion of their PGY2 year to gain experience and training in the basic sciences.  Typically the residents have a choice to matriculate onto either of two NIH National Research Service Award T32 Postdoctoral Training Grants that are dedicated to training surgeon scientists in the basic sciences. The first T32 Training grant entitled “Molecular Biology and Gene Therapy in Burns and Trauma” (T32 GM08431) is currently held by Lyle L. Moldawer, Ph.D. while the second Training grant "Surgical Oncology Training" (T32 CA106493) is currently held by William G. Cance, M.D.  In addition to the stipend, travel, training expenses, education, and financial support they provide, the T32 Training Grants also provide an unparalleled opportunity to  develop a basic science skill set during this prodigious experience.  The research experience that residents gain at the University of Florida provides a solid foundation for fellowships, professorships, and funding opportunities at the highest national levels.

Furthermore, residents that choose to enter the laboratory may also elect to enroll in a doctoral degree program through the Interdisciplinary Program in the Biomedical Sciences, in the College of Medicine, at the University of Florida. This option is only attainable after approval by the Chair, Program Director, and Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Surgery one year prior to entering the laboratory setting.  Residents who choose this option are required to complete three years of research in the laboratory compared to the standard two year commitment.  To date, three individuals have earned doctoral degrees over the last 5 years with one individual currently enrolled in the program.


* indicates participation in NIH T32 Training Fellowship Program
 

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