PDF-(BOOK)-How to Read a Paper: The Basics of Evidence-based Medicine and Healthcare

Required reading in many medical and healthcare institutions How to Read a Paper is a clear and wideranging introduction to evidencebased medicine and healthcare helping readers to understand its central principles critically evaluate published data and implement the results in practical settings Author Trisha Greenhalgh guides readers through each fundamental step of inquiry from searching the literature to assessing methodological quality and appraising statisticsHow to Read a Paper addresses the common criticisms of evidencebased healthcare dispelling many of its myths and misconceptions while providing a pragmatic framework for testing the validity of healthcare literature Now in its sixth edition this informative text includes new and expanded discussions of study bias political interference in published reports medical statistics big data and moreOffers userfriendly guidance on evidencebased healthcare that is applicable to both experienced and novice readers Authored by an internationally recognised practitioner and researcher in evidencebased healthcare and primary care Includes updated references additional figures improved checklists and more How to Read a Paper is an ideal resource for healthcare students practitioners and anyone seeking an accessible introduction to evidencebased healthcare. in Eliminating . C. linical . W. aste and . Improving Outcomes. . Margaret-Mary G. Wilson, MD, MBA, MRCP, FNMP. Chief Medical Officer & . Senior Vice President, . UnitedHealthcare . Global. 2. Employer & Individual. ) is . about systematically . reviewing, appraising, and using clinical research findings to aid the delivery of optimum clinical care to patients. . Patient . knowledge of . EBM . is important because it enables them to make more informed decisions about disease management and treatment. . \4\2019. 4. th stage . By Dr Muslim . N.Saeed. . 1. Learning Objectives. To discuss the relevance of Evidence-Based Medicine. To define Evidence-Based Medicine. To list the different levels of evidence . Intelligence-Based Medicine: Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Human Cognition in Clinical Medicine and Healthcare provides a multidisciplinary and comprehensive survey of artificial intelligence concepts and methodologies with real life applications in healthcare and medicine. Authored by a senior physician-data scientist, the book presents an intellectual and academic interface between the medical and the data science domains that is symmetric and balanced. The content consists of basic concepts of artificial intelligence and its real-life applications in a myriad of medical areas as well as medical and surgical subspecialties. It brings section summaries to emphasize key concepts delineated in each section mini-topics authored by world-renowned experts in the respective key areas for their personal perspective and a compendium of practical resources, such as glossary, references, best articles, and top companies. The goal of the book is to inspire clinicians to embrace the artificial intelligence methodologies as well as to educate data scientists about the medical ecosystem, in order to create a transformational paradigm for healthcare and medicine by using this emerging new technology. Maryam . Okhovati. Associate Prof.. Medical Library & Information science. Kerman University of Medical Sciences. Okhovati.maryam@gmail.com. outline. A brief introduction to Evidence Based Medicine. primary care . setting. . Evidence based medicine has had an increasing impact on primary care over the last few years. . In . the . UK it . has influenced the development of . :. Guidelines. Quality . Evidence Based Medicine explains the central questions of EBM - how to ask answerable clinical questions, how to translate them into effective searches for the best evidence, how to critically appraise that evidence for its validity and importance, and how to integrate it with patients\' values and preferences. Tucked inside the back cover are plastic reminder cards. Tucked inside the front cover is a small CD that contains clinical examples, critical appraisals and background papers from 14 other health disciplines. Instructions for installation on Windows and Mac systems. Instructor Resources: Instructor Manual, Powerpoints, and a short talk on evidence-based management. Difficult decisions are part of everyday life for any manager, and the decisions that arise in the healthcare environment are far too important to be made based on poor information and gut feeling. An evidence-based approach to management ensures that healthcare leaders ask the right questions, use the best evidence available, and make better decisions in carrying out their mission. Evidence-Based Management in Healthcare: Principles, Cases, and Perspectives explains what evidence-based management is, how it can improve decision making, and, ultimately, how it can lead the way to improved organizational performance. This updated edition provides a thorough overview of evidence-based management, with an in-depth discussion of the framework, new and expanded case studies and examples, and interviews with experts in the field. Key topics include the following:The definition of and rationale for evidence-based management The four main types of evidence The six steps of implementation Acquiring the best available evidence Barriers to evidence-based management and how to overcome them Perspectives from stakeholdersFeaturing contributions from a host of experts—including researchers, managers, leaders, and consultants—this book provides a practical and insightful complement to other organizational and management studies. New managers will find it a useful resource to have on hand in healthcare management settings of any kind. British Medical Association Book Award Winner - President\'s Award of the Year 2018 From the author of the bestselling introduction to evidence-based medicine, this brand new title makes sense of the complex and confusing landscape of implementation science, the role of research impact, and how to avoid research waste. How to Implement Evidence-Based Healthcare clearly and succinctly demystifies the implementation process, and explains how to successfully apply evidence-based healthcare to practice in order to ensure safe and effective practice. Written in an engaging and practical style, it includes frameworks, tools and techniques for successful implementation and behavioural change, as well as in-depth coverage and analysis of key themes and topics with a focus on: Groups and teams Organisations Patients Technology Policy Networks and systems How to Implement Evidence-Based Healthcare is essential reading for students, clinicians and researchers focused on evidence-based medicine and healthcare, implementation science, applied healthcare research, and those working in public health, public policy, and management. \"
Clinical Evidence Made Easy
scores maximum 100 and 5 stars on Doody\'s (Sept 2014)! Here\'s what the reviewer said: This is one of a number of basic science books on evidence-based medicine and a very good addition to the library. The authors present the concepts in a unique and simple way that is easy to read and understand.
Clinical Evidence Made Easy
is a concise and accessible introduction for any healthcare professional looking to understand clinical data sources. As clinical evidence becomes increasingly important in healthcare it is vital that healthcare professionals can read, analyze and understand the clinical data being presented. This book will equip the reader with the core skills and knowledge to make sense of the clinical evidence, without over-burdening them with information and jargon. Building on the success of the other ‘Made Easy’ books (Medical StatisticsMade Easy, Healthcare Economics Made Easy, PracticeAccounts Made Easy), this is a book for non-specialists who need knowledge of the key tools and techniques so they can understand the clinical data, but who have no need to become experts in the subject.
Clinical Evidence Made Easy
will enable healthcare workers in all fields to understand and implement the results from clinical trials, clinical journals and other data sources with confidence.\" This book for emergency physicians and fellows training in emergency medicine provides evidence-based information on what diagnostic tests to ask for and when and how to use particular decision rules. The new edition builds on the success of the current book by modifying the presentation of the evidence, increasing the coverage, and updating the current information throughout. The revised fourth edition of Evidence-Based Gastroenterology and Hepatology continues to provide the most current, evidence-based information for determining the appropriate medical and surgical options for screening for, diagnosing, and treating gastrointestinal conditions. With contributions from an international team of leading experts in the field, the 4th edition includes practical recommendations for the care of individual patients based on the latest scientific evidence. \"How to Read a Paper describes the different types of clinical research reporting, and explains how to critically appraise the publications. The book provides the tools to find and evaluate the literature, and implement the findings in an evidence-based, patient-centered way. Written for anyone in the health care professions who has little or no knowledge of evidence-based medicine, it provides a clear understanding of the concepts and how to put them into practice at the basic, clinical level.Changes for the 4th editionThe fourth edition will include two new chapters on important developments in health care research and delivery, but otherwise retains its original style, size, and scope.
New chapter on quality improvement – describing papers on quality improvement projects using ebm methods  this will extend the readership to non clinical health care professionals working in hospitals and family practice, and to nurse specialists and practice nurses working in this field
New chapter on complex interventions - how to set up research projects involving both qualitative and quantitative methodology (known as mixed methods)
Thorough revision and updating of existing chapters and references
New illustrations – diagrammatic representations of ebm concepts
\" in Eliminating . C. linical . W. aste and . Improving Outcomes. . Margaret-Mary G. Wilson, MD, MBA, MRCP, FNMP. Chief Medical Officer & . Senior Vice President, . UnitedHealthcare . Global. 2. Employer & Individual.