Understanding Medical Research Methods

Essential Skills for Conducting and Evaluating Clinical Research Effectively

What you'll learn

Research Process Mastery

Critical Analysis of Medical Manuscripts

Statistical Proficiency

Bias Identification

Ethical Considerations

Replication Crisis Awareness

Application of Knowledge

Requirements

Basic Knowledge of Health Sciences

Critical Thinking Skills

Basic Statistical Literacy

Commitment to Learning

No Prior Research Experience Required

Description

Embark on a comprehensive journey into the world of medical research with this meticulously designed course. Whether you're a healthcare professional, aspiring researcher, or simply curious about the science behind medical studies, this course offers invaluable insights into the intricacies of research methodology.From foundational concepts to advanced statistical techniques, you'll learn how to:Frame precise research questionsAnalyze medical manuscripts criticallyNavigate the complexities of statistical analysisUnderstand various study designs, from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to meta-analysesIdentify and mitigate biases in researchThrough engaging modules and thought-provoking discussions, you'll develop a robust understanding of the research process. Explore the replication crisis and delve into the nuances of p-values while learning how to interpret "negative" results effectively. This course also addresses the challenges inherent in medical research. You'll tackle critical issues such as causality vs. correlation, confounding factors, and the ethical considerations that underpin research integrity. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the skills to critically evaluate medical studies, understand their limitations, and appreciate the methods used to enhance study accuracy. Join us in unraveling the complexities of medical research and become a more informed consumer and potential contributor to the field of evidence-based medicine.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Course Introduction

Lecture 2 Instructor Introduction

Section 2: Building the Foundation: Core Concepts

Lecture 3 How Research Works

Lecture 4 The Structure of a Medical Manuscript

Lecture 5 Replication Crisis

Section 3: Simplifying Statistics: Making Sense of Numbers

Lecture 6 Understand Data Types

Lecture 7 Mean, Mode

Lecture 8 Sampling and Statistics

Lecture 9 The Layers Beneath Understanding Medical Data

Lecture 10 The Numbers Game Understanding Risk in Medicine

Lecture 11 Understanding the importance of P-value

Lecture 12 Choice of Statistical Tests

Lecture 13 Interpreting Negative Studies

Section 4: Exploring Study Designs: Which Approach Works Best?

Lecture 14 Random Control Trials

Lecture 15 Cohort Study

Lecture 16 Case-Control Studies

Lecture 17 Diagnostic Test

Section 5: Identifying Pitfalls: How Conclusions Can Go Wrong

Lecture 18 Causality

Lecture 19 Confounding

Lecture 20 Effect Modification and Mediation

Lecture 21 Generalisability

Section 6: Bias in Medical Research:The Invisible Force

Lecture 22 Selection Bias

Lecture 23 Information Bias

Lecture 24 Time Based Bias

Section 7: Improving Medical Research: Correcting Flaws

Lecture 25 Adjustment

Lecture 26 Matching

Lecture 27 Propensity Scoring

Healthcare Professionals,Medical Students,Public Health Officials,Academics and Educators,Clinical Trial Coordinators,Health Advocates