Training in Cardiovascular Sciences

The current National Institutes of Health-sponsored Training in Cardiovascular Sciences was instituted in 1978 by Arnold Schwartz, MD, PhD. This program has trained more than 120 scientists who have pursued independent research careers and are holding prominent scientific positions worldwide.

Our trainees have been distinguished as chairs of basic science departments, directors of centers or pharmaceutical companies, clinical directors and tenured faculty members in academic research.

The overall emphasis continues to focus on integrative training and well-rounded knowledge of the fundamentals in biochemical, molecular, physiological and pharmacological underpinnings of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Schwartz has been a constant guiding force since the program was established.

The presence of this training program since 1978 has fostered the growth of many departments and programs at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and has served as the catalyst for faculty recruitment and retention.

Cardiovascular research has been a proud tradition for the College of Medicine and remains one of its top areas of research emphasis. Several departments place a strong and prime nucleus of faculty programs in cardiovascular research providing a solid basis for attaining top rankings in the country.