Healthcare providers with significant involvement in research deliver better patient outcomes, and clinical academics (health professionals doing research) play a key role in this. They tailor research to clinical needs, while also implementing the latest research developments into clinical practice. However, this balance between research and clinical practice often makes a clinical academic career path challenging. That’s why KCATO provides training opportunities and support for research-active health professionals working across King’s Health Partners. We offer guidance, funding opportunities, professional development programmes and events that help clinical academics navigate the complexities of their professional pathway.