Dr. Philippe Campeau is the recipient of the 2021 Canadian Society for Clinical Investigation (CSCI) Joe Doupe Young Investigator Award-given in recognition of his early career achievements as a clinician-scientist and his mentorship to trainees. In honor of his success, this article discusses Dr. Campeau's journey to a career as clinician-scientist and his successes and challenges along the way. In answering these questions, Dr. Campeau shares encouraging insights and advice for clinician-scientist trainees who are building the foundations of their own careers in medicine and research.
Keywords: Mentorship; Career advice; Award; Skeletal dysplasia; Exome.