JRGOS is#JRGOSPROUDof the number of educational opportunities and experiences we are able to provide our Members. And, it is our hope that Members will seize each and every one of these opportunities! The third week in September, JRGOS participated in the Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) Clinician Scholar Career Development Program (CSCDP) with both faculty and attendees!
Gladden representatives,Drs. Marsalis BrownandBlake Montgomeryattended as participants of the Class of 2023, pictured above with faculty. Here’s what they had to say:
How has this Program influenced your thoughts about pursuing a career as a clinician scientist?
Marsalis Brown:Participation in the ORS 2023 CSCDP has solidified my decision to pursue a career as a clinician scientist. It has clearly laid out the pathway to pursue a career as a clinician scientist. Furthermore, after participating in the CSCDP I have met the necessary mentors and advocates needed to navigate the pathways of a clinician scientist/scholar.
This was a career changing course which has highlighted the necessary keys to pursue a career in academic orthopaedic surgery. I cannot express the amount of gratitude that I owe the both of you for believing in me enough to offer this opportunity. I will use this experience to further the mission of the Gladden Society to promote the highest quality musculoskeletal care for all people. Thank you again for the opportunity and I look forward to proudly representing the Gladden Society to the best of my ability throughout my career.
Blake Montgomery:I attended the 2023 Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) Clinician Scholar Career Development Program (CSCDP).The ORS CSCDP was full of extremely high yield topics geared toward developing the next generation of surgeon scientists. This course covered everything from contract negations, grant writing, manuscript writing, K awards, R01 awards, innovation, dealing with failure, and the path to promotion. We also discussed the critical importance of diversity and representation in the surgeon scientist space. We learned the importance of continuing to develop leadership skills, the power of collaboration, and just how important having interpersonal skills is to the success of the surgeon scientist. Additionally, we were instructed on the importance of having balance, making time for family, and taking care of one’s self.
What was the most valuable part of the Program?
Marsalis:While all of the lectures were very informative, the most valuable part of the program was the ability to network with current and future clinician scientists in the field. Through the relationships that I developed during the course I am confident I will collaborate with other participants on future research projects. Additionally, the mentors and advocates I met will serve as valuable resources throughout the rest of my career.
Blake:I had high expectations for this course, however, this course far exceeded these expectations. One person who previously attended the course stated, “This course will save you two to three years of mistakes and jump start your career.” I have already dramatically changed how I aim to pursue research, obtain grants, and I have enhanced my career plan due to this fantastic course. I am very grateful to J. Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society for their sponsorship as well their guidance and encouragement.
Pictured above: Marsalis BrownandBlake Montgomery(far left and far right) and other JRGOS Members,Drs. Avionna Baldwin, Jennifer Bido,andLorraine Boakye, along with prospective member Dr. Vince Morgan, attended with sponsorships from orthopaedic specialty societies or their institution.
Lorraine Boakye:The Clinician Scholar Career Development Program was an incredible opportunity to learn from established faculty whose career trajectories align with my goals. This program highlighted the skills required to create and effectively lead a research team. The formal curriculum was incredibly comprehensive and provided us with resources, data and insight with which to guide our efforts.As the first black woman on faculty in the history of the department of orthopaedic surgery at Penn Medicine,I have made strides to honor the importance of diversity within academic medicine. CSCDP will allow me to continue to change the field of orthopaedics while pursuing my passion.
JRGOS Scientific Chair and CSCDP Alumni, Dr. Addisu Mesfinserved as faculty for the “Diversity in Orthopaedics” Session along withformer RJOS President, Dr. Mary Mulcahey. This Session was moderated byAAOS Diversity Advisory Board (DAB) Chair, Dr. Anthony “AJ” Johnson.
Principles of Clinical Research (PCR) consists of 9 learning modules for a total of 10 hours of learning and will provide trainees with a foundation to assess and interpret the available orthopaedic literature, and to participate in the scientific progress by providing the tools needed to initiate new research and contribute to existing clinical research programs. A Certificate is issued upon completion.
