Welcome to the National Capital Area Pediatrics Research Website

The NCA Pediatrics Departments conducts a variety of research in the National Capital Area, including USUHS, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, and National Naval Medical Center.  This site serves as the clearing-house for information, resources and opportunities related to pediatrics research.

NCA Pediatrics Research Directory
Browse here for listings of research activities and opportunities. 

Research Conferences at USUHS
Monthly conferences highlighting an area of current research in the NCA

NNMC IRB Forms / USUHS IRB Forms / WRAMC IRB Forms
Electronic forms for submitting protocols and obtaining publication clearance

Tricare Outpatient & Inpatient Claims Database Dictionary
Description of fields of Tricare’s claims file covering over 9.2 million beneficiaries

Resources and Opportunities

 · Medical Students:  Opportunities for on-going research projects and 4th- year research elective rotations at USUHS are available.  HPSP students may apply for an active-duty research rotation in the NCA through their service.

 · Pediatric Residents:  Browse the directory for research opportunities with a faculty member who shares your interests.  Contact information is listed in the directory, or alternatively residents and students can contact Major Roberts, the Research Coordinator.   Local residents can arrange a 1-month elective; TDY funding is available for visiting residents.

MAJ Stephen Roberts, MD
NCA Pediatrics Research Coordinator
Office: 301-295-3133
Email: sroberts@usuhs.mil

 

Resources