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ArticleJournal of medical education and curricular development

A National Oncology Fellows' Competition Advancing Clinical Research and Publication.

Joseph G Kattan, Tala A Najdi, Clarisse J Kattan, Elie F Nemr

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Article in Journal of medical education and curricular development. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

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4 authors.

Joseph G KattanDepartment of Hematology-Oncology, Hotel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
Tala A NajdiDepartment of Hematology-Oncology, Hotel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0004-3090-127X
Clarisse J KattanDepartment of Hematology-Oncology, Hotel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
Elie F NemrDepartment of Urology, Hotel-Dieu de France University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Purpose: Encouraging research and scientific publication among oncology trainees is a central component of fellowship training, yet opportunities can be limited in resource-constrained settings. The Forum of Research in Oncology (FRON) was established in Lebanon in 2014 to foster clinical research skills, mentorship, and academic output among oncology fellows. Design: Initially held within a single institution, FRON expanded to include 6 medical schools across Lebanon and neighboring countries, thereby promoting national and regional collaboration. The competition's structure includes abstract submission, preselection, presentations, and evaluation by an expert jury. Results: Over the past decade, FRON has demonstrated a substantial positive impact on research productivity, with a marked increase in peer-reviewed publications, higher journal impact factors, and enhanced participation of fellows and students. Conclusion: Beyond measurable academic output, FRON participation has facilitated career advancement and fostered a culture of scientific inquiry by providing a structured, competitive, and mentorship-driven platform.

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Medical researchoncology traineespeer-reviewed articlespublication

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PMID42131572
PMCPMC13161674

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