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Review
. 2023 May;24(5):205-212.
doi: 10.1007/s11934-023-01148-7. Epub 2023 Feb 10.

Developing a Physician-Led Model for Research Mentorship in Academic Urology

Marco-Jose Rivero  1   2 , Farah Rahman  1   3 , Katherine Campbell  1   4 , Braian Rene Ledesma  1 , Ranjith Ramasamy  5
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Review

Developing a Physician-Led Model for Research Mentorship in Academic Urology

Marco-Jose Rivero et al. Curr Urol Rep. 2023 May.

Abstract

Purpose of review: Quality mentorship is difficult to attain amidst the conflicting demands of academic medicine. In this review, we sought to characterize mentor-mentee relationships and discuss their optimization towards productivity in the research team setting.

Recent findings: A high-value mentor, defined by exceptional commitment to both research productivity and mentoring, naturally attracts prospective mentees, who can demonstrate their interest by shadowing and completing delegated tasks. Once fully initiated, the mentee establishes expectations with the mentor, identifies their roles within the research team, and, over time, takes ownership of the mentor-mentee relationship and collaborates with near-peers. Mentorship is a dynamic, reciprocal relationship that enhances career development of both participants. In the research team setting, episodic virtual research meetings and prudent delegation orient the entire team, while the mentor-mentee relationship is upheld by embracing a culture of responsiveness, feedback, and collaboration.

Keywords: Academic; Mentee; Mentor; Mentorship; Research; Urology.

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