American Physician Scientists Association
@a-p-s-a.bsky.social
The voice for physician-scientist trainees at all levels, in collaboration with the ASCI and AAP. linktr.ee/physicianscientists
Join the National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) May 27–29 in the Washington, DC metro area for its annual conference, “Medicina con Propósito: Empowering with Education, Advocacy and Leadership.” Learn more and register today: bit.ly/nhma2026 View the agenda: bit.ly/nhma2026agenda
What is a Physician-Scientist? 🫀🩺 To current MD/PhD student Daniel Jovin danielgjovin.blueksy.social, being a physician-scientist provides the opportunity to innovate cardiovascular disease treatments and bring this knowledge back to clinic, improving care for his patients
Congratulations to @bribrammer.bsky.social, an MSTP student at Emory University, for winning APSA's FIRST 3 Minute Thesis Competition! This competition brought together physician-scientist trainees from across the nation to present their research. Thank you to our volunteers and judges!
As we approach the Joint Meeting, read Past Presidents Cynthia Tang and Alex Waldman’s reflections on the growth and impact of APSA’s 20 years of annual meetings. There is still time to register. See you in Chicago! doi.org/10.1172/jci....
🚨 Deadline extended to March 27th! 🚨 The Oregon Health & Sciences University MD/PhD Program will be hosting the 2026 West Regional Meeting on April 4th, 2026! Keynote addresses will feature Drs. David Huang and Nathan Selden. Make sure to register ASAP!
Make your gap years count! On Wednesday, March 26, from 7–8PM ET, get strategies tailored to URM applicants navigating the MD/DO-PhD path. Don’t miss out! Register for FREE now: tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars
Transitions in training and your career are exciting but can also be overwhelming. Join us March 24th, 7-8PM EST to walk through a development plan model that incorporates identity formation for both the physician and scientist. Register for FREE now: tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars
Starting OH SO soon... our next @a-p-s-a.bsky.social webinar, be sure to log on or follow along here on @bsky.app! Tonight's session, highlighting some of our younger trainees, is "Choosing the Right Fit: Programs, Priorities & Waitlists" for our future #doubledocs thinking about MD/DO-PhD training!
⭐️Happening tonight⭐️ Part 2 of our February series, The Physician-Scientist Heart. Topic: Balancing Training and Parenthood as a Student 🗓 Thursday, Feb 12 ⏰ 7–8 PM ET Register (free): tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars Stay tuned for live updates throughout the meeting.
Learn about fertility on the long road of physician-scientist training. On 2/4 @7:30 PM ET, a panel of dual-degree trainees and education leadership will be available to offer advice/answer Qs. Register for FREE here: tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars #physicianscientists #DoubleDocs
Happening now! #APSAWebinar Wearing two coats: Careers in academia as a #physicianscientist. Stay tuned for live updates of this session!
APSA is excited to announce our partnership with 3 Minute Thesis for our first APSA 3MT competition! 🥳 Applications are open to all physician-scientist trainees currently in their PhD training. Apply today at tinyurl.com/APSA3MT
Happening Now! Tonight we’re joined by Dr. Danielle Sawyers, (@DanielleSawyer_), Dr. Audra Iness (@AudraIness), and Dr. Judy Wang to discuss Funding Your Future: F30 Fellowship. Stay tuned for live updates! #APSAWebinar
Only 10 days left until MSARF student applications open at FAER.org/MSARF! Approved #MedStudents will take part in 8 weeks of focused #anesthesiology #research under the guidance of an experienced mentor over summer 2026. Follow the link to learn more! #FAERmsarf
Happening now! #APSAwebinar discussing #Step1 preparation. Stay tuned for live updates from this session
Considering applying to MD/DO-PhD programs? Wondering when to start and submit your applications materials? APSA has a guide for you outlining key components of your application for success as a future #physicianscientist !
Physician-scientist Cynthia Tang asks 2023 #LaskerLaureate John Jumper what principles guide his research. 🧪 #AskAScientist @a-p-s-a.bsky.social
In this #AskAScientist, physician-scientist Carey Jansen discusses strategies to communicate with patients. 🧪 @a-p-s-a.bsky.social #SciComm
Join us November 18 at 7PM EST for an exclusive fireside chat with Dr. Julie Freed @labfreed.bsky.social who will share insights on her career path, lessons learned, and advice for aspiring physician-scientists! 🩺🔬 Register at www.physicianscientists.org/events/regis...
Step 1 doesn’t have to be scary. On Wednesday, November 20, from 7–8PM ET, learn how MD/PhD students planned, prepped, and passed — without burning out. Don’t miss out! Register for FREE now: tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars #MedTwitter #physicianscientists #DoubleDocs
A huge congratulations to SEMSS for a fantastic regional meeting, celebrating 15 years of SEMSS! 🎉 #SEMSS2025 was hosted by the University of Alabama-Birmingham MSTP, with 280+ registered attendees, 195 trainee presentations, and over 40 institutions represented.
Welcome everyone to our next webinar! Tonight we have Dr. Cassie Liu (@TheCassieLiu.medsky.social) and Dr. Clai Morehead here for “Beyond the Interview: Rank List Strategy & PSTP Tips & Tricks.” Stay tuned for live updates to hear more about applying for #PSTP programs! #APSAWebinar
📢 Happening tonight at 7PM EST! 📢 Join us for an info-packed #APSAWebinar all about #PSTP #residency applications! Hear from current PSTP residents how to maximize your application throughout the interview season. Register for free here: tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars
Its not everyday you read literature from @a-p-s-a.bsky.social and see your picture in a figure. I'm honored to have contributed to initiatives discussed in new work from colleagues insight.jci.org/articles/vie... highlighting the great work being done to serve #doubledocs trainees #SupportAPSA
JCI Insight - American Physician Scientist Association annual meetings: celebrating 20 years of physician-scientist training and collaboration
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American Physician Scientists Association@a-p-s-a.bsky.social · last yr.🚨 New publication! 🚨In this perspective published in @insight.jci.org, previous APSA Presidents and Executive Committee members highlight key APSA milestones in strengthening the physician-scientist community, including 20 years of the joint ASCI/AAP/APSA annual meeting!
⭐ Introducing the leaders of the APSA Committee for Outreach and Engagement (CORE): Chair Daniel Amusin and Vice-Chair Sabrina Hafeez! ⭐ Learn more about this committee here: www.physicianscientists.org/page/Council...
🚨 New publication! 🚨In this perspective published in @insight.jci.org, previous APSA Presidents and Executive Committee members highlight key APSA milestones in strengthening the physician-scientist community, including 20 years of the joint ASCI/AAP/APSA annual meeting!
Introducing our Career Development Committee! 🎉 Led by Chair Nick Pasternack and Vice-Chair Eleni Papadopoulos. Visit the APSA Career Center here: careers.physicianscientists.org/home/index.cfm
🙌 That’s a wrap on the @AMIAinformatics x APSA Clinical Informatics Fellowship Panel! Inspiring insights on how physician scientists are shaping the future of care through data, tech, and collaboration. #AMIA #ClinicalInformatics #PhysicianScientists
🌟 Q&A: How did the panelists get into Clinical Informatics? Dr. Kannry combined an early love of computer science with medicine, Dr. Khairat learned the limits of tech built without clinical context, and Dr. Khanna saw how optimized EHRs could strengthen under-resourced clinics. #AMIA
⚡️ Clinical Informatics sits at the intersection of: 🔹 Clinical care 🔹 The health system 🔹 Information & communications technology