How the Carl M. Mansfield, MD Externship Continues a Legacy and Prepares the Next Generation

Dr. Carl M. Mansfield was a trailblazer in the field of Radiation Oncology best known for his innovative treatments of breast cancer. After starting his career at Howard University and Medical School, he went on to become a beloved physician and educator, a "giant" in the field, according to the International Journal of Radiation Oncology - Biology - Physics.

Dr. Mansfield, who passed away in 2018 at the age of 89, had wanted to ensure that students were aware of what they could accomplish in the medical field and allowed students to work with him and others towards this goal. To honor his legacy, the Carl M. Mansfield, MD Research Fellowship supports medical students who bring diverse perspectives to research and healthcare.

In the video above, hear from Carl M. Mansfield, MD Research Externs Isis Lloyd RT(T), ARRT, and Guillermo Jiménez Jori along with program leadership about the fellowship's impact on the future of academic medicine and patient-centered care.