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American Physician Scientists Association
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The voice for physician-scientist trainees at all levels, in collaboration with the ASCI and AAP. linktr.ee/physicianscientists
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 !
November 20, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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...
November 6, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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
November 3, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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.
October 10, 2025 at 12:13 PM
📢 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
October 9, 2025 at 3:15 PM
⭐ 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...
October 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM
🚨 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!
October 2, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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
September 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM
APSA's President, Past Presidents, and Board Chair recently attended the 2025 Lasker Awards Ceremony, pictured here with President Dr. Claire Pomeroy. We are so grateful to the @laskerfdn.bsky.social for supporting physician-scientists in training!
September 26, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Happening tomorrow at 7PM! 🎉 APSA is organizing a schoolathon to gather pre-health advisor contact information. You can make a huge impact on helping APSA to reach many traditionally underrepresented institutions. Register at us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
September 24, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Interested in Clinical Informatics? Join APSA and @amia.org on September 29th for an introduction to Clinical Informatics (CI) with CI Fellowship Program Directors and AMIA affiliates to learn about the field of CI, AMIA, and research and training opportunities in CI!
September 18, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Want to highlight amazing physician-scientists throughout APSA? 🎉 APSA is accepting nominations for their Founder’s Award and the President’s Service Award! All nominations are welcome through October 15, 2025. physicianscientists.org/page/awards
September 15, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Want real talk about interviews? Hear from current MD/DO-PhD students on Thursday, September 18, from 7–8PM ET about how to prepare authentically and confidently. Don’t miss out! Register for FREE now: tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars

#physicianscientists #premed #doubledocs
September 9, 2025 at 3:12 PM
APSA is proud to be represented at the LMSA 2025 National Conference by our CORE chair Daniel Amusin! We are grateful for our ongoing partnership with LMSA and working together to strengthen the community of medical trainees 🩺

#LMSANational #physicianscientists
September 6, 2025 at 1:41 PM
We are so excited to announce the launch of our new series - Innovators in Medicine! 🎉 Our first Innovator is Dr. Kimryn Rathmell MD PhD, sharing her journey as an exceptional physician-scientist. Find Dr. Rathmell’s full interview with APSA Secretary Emily Kounlavong on our YouTube
September 4, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Dr. Duncan discusses the goals of the UNC #PSTP program and how they train future #physician-scientist! Check them out! www.med.unc.edu/pstp/
August 26, 2025 at 11:30 PM
It’s time to kick off our next webinar of the "Your Specialty, Your Path: Explore PSTPs" series. Tonight, we are joined by Dr. Quen Cheng (@ChengLabUCLA), Dr. Rebecca Baron, and Dr. Joseph Alex Duncan to discuss #PSTP paths in Internal Medicine! Stay tuned for live updates. #APSAWebinar
August 26, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Applying for Physician Scientist Training Programs (PSTPs)? Join APSA and @aamc.org GREAT for a week of webinars with program directors across specialties. Learn what makes a competitive application and how to navigate applications and career decisions! tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars
August 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Calling all current and future #physicianscientists!

Apply to be a mentor or mentee in the APSA Pre-Medical Mentorship Program! This fantastic program provides one-on-one mentorship in a year-long program for pre-medical students interested in physician-scientist careers.

#premed #mentorship
August 20, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Applying for MD/DO-PhD programs? Want the inside scoop on interviews from those making the decisions? Join us 8/7, 7–8PM EST for interview tips straight from MD/DO-PhD program directors. Don’t miss out! Register for FREE now: tinyurl.com/APSAWebinars
July 28, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Have you registered for the “Becoming an Anesthesiologist-Scientist” webinar happening on 5/22?

This session in collaboration with FAER will offer insights for success as an #anesthesiology researcher from physician-scientists in anesthesiology.

www.physicianscientists.org/page/interac...
May 2, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Welcome to the 2025 AAP/ASCI/APSA Joint Meeting! We're excited to kick off an inspiring week with physician-scientist leaders, trainees & mentors. Be sure to connect, explore, and tag us along the way! Let’s make it a great one. See you around the conference!
April 24, 2025 at 11:54 PM
🎉 Huge congratulations to Dr. Clai Morehead and Dr. Alex Waldman on matching into Dermatology at Stanford and Neurosurgery at Georgetown! Thank you both for your incredible leadership in APSA. We’re so proud and excited to see what’s next. 👏 Time to celebrate at the 2025 Joint Meeting!
April 23, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The 2025 AAP/ASCI/APSA Joint Meeting kicks off this Friday in Chicago! Join the nation’s top physician-scientists for a weekend of science, mentorship, and connection. Details: www.jointmeeting.org

📍Swissotel Chicago #JointMeeting2025 #APSA
April 22, 2025 at 7:35 PM