DeBakey Scholar Research

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The DeBakey Scholars program provides Tulane medical students with an opportunity to pursue a four-year structured research project with a faculty mentor. Research training forms an important part of medical education because it instills critical thinking and reasoning skills. Since its founding in 2009, the program continues to attract the best and brightest students at Tulane University School of Medicine. DeBakey Scholars are exposed to the creative culture of research throughout their four years in medical school. They evaluate and interpret new clinical and scientific information. The development of these skills foster students’ professional growth through continuing education and lifelong learning. DeBakey Scholars are highly-motivated students who are focused on success and looking to make a difference. These students pursue a program that develops skills and talents in the field of research. The tools they develop, publishing papers and presenting to peers, make them even more desirable in highly competitive residency placement.