ECAT‐V: where clinical and research training meet. (19th October 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Argyle, David J.; Iredale, John P.; Jackson, Andrew P.; Walker, Brian R.
• Is Part Of: Veterinary record. Volume 173:Number 15(2013)
• Page Start: 364
• Page End: 365
• Publication Date: 2013-10-19
• Subjects: Veterinary medicine -- Periodicals; Médecine vétérinaire -- Périodiques; Veterinary medicine; Veterinary Medicine; Periodicals; Periodical; Electronic journals; 636.089
• DOI: 10.1136/vr.f6185
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0042-4900

Abstract

Abstract : The University of Edinburgh is currently inviting applications for a unique training programme intended to develop a new generation of veterinary researchers, who are able to conduct internationally competitive research while still being grounded in clinical practice. Modelled on the Edinburgh Clinical Academic Track (ECAT) programme for medical trainees, the ECAT‐V programme will allow successful applicants to develop both their clinical and research skills. Here, David Argyle, head of the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, and his medical colleagues, John Iredale, Andrew Jackson and Brian Walker, describe the initiative and explain why it is important