Robert B. Taylor, MD, has edited this introduction for physicians and clinicians to an academic career in the health professions. Written from the clinician's viewpoint, this practical text integrates evidence-based information with anecdotes from contributors at top academic medical centers. The career decision-making process, job hunting, and life in academia are addressed. Taylor also focuses on essential skillsfrom teaching to grant writing. Advice on clinical practice and career management is plentiful. The book also dispels common myths and outlines errors to avoid.

Edited by Robert B. Taylor, MD Introduces physicians and clinicians to an academic career in the health professions Written from the clinician's viewpoint Guides readers who are considering or who have recently embarked upon such a career through the essentials

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Dr. Robert B. Taylor is a luminary in the field of family medicine.

Inhalt
Deciding on an Academic Career.- About an Academic Career.- What You Need to Know About the Academic Medical Center.- Finding the Academic Job You Want.- Basic Academic Skills: Clinical Practice, Teaching, and Scholarship.- Advanced Academic Skills: Doing Research, Getting Grants, and Writing for Publication.- Administrative Skills.- Academic Medicine Success Skills.- How to Manage Your Career and Your Life.- Planning for the Future.