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DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1800803
Medicine Meets Science: The Imperative of Scientific Research and Publishing for Physician-Scientists
Funding We acknowledge the financial support received from the Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (KAKENHI; PI: SMMB) by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS), Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan (Grant ID: P23712). We also extend our gratitude for the JSPS International Fellowship, supported by MEXT and the Australian Academy of Science, awarded to SMMB for the period 2023–2025.
Abstract
Physician-scientists serve as conduits between clinical practice and scientific research, leveraging their unique expertise to improve patient care and drive medical innovation. This article highlights the indispensable role of research and publishing in promoting evidence-based practices, facilitating professional growth, and shaping public health policy. Drawing on historical and contemporary examples, I examine the challenges faced by physician-scientists, such as ethical dilemmas and declining engagement in research, particularly in resource-constrained settings. I suggest pragmatic strategies to overcome these barriers, emphasizing the need for systemic support, ethical integrity, and the equitable dissemination of advancements. This piece aims to inspire a new generation of physician-scientists to engage deeply with both clinical and research domains, thus advancing global health equity and resilience.
Keywords
physician-scientist - science - medical research - ethics - global health - equity - neurologyNote
This is an invited article. Some sections of this article were featured in a webinar hosted by the Indian Radiology and Imaging Association, where the author (S.M.M.B.) was invited to deliver a talk on the topic.
Author's Contribution
S.M.M.B. conceived the article and contributed to the planning, drafting, and revision of the manuscript.
Publication History
Article published online:
09 January 2025
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