An Introduction to Clinical Research [Hardcover]

Catherine DeAngelis (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 1990 | ISBN-10: 0195062493 | ISBN-13: 978-0195062496 | Edition: 1

Here is an ideal introduction to research methods for clinicians, fellows, residents, and medical students. Written in a clear, easy-to-understand style, it outlines the steps that should be followed in order to organize and implement a typical investigation. Emphasizing the anticipation of future difficulties and the benefits of early planning, the authors discuss the types of questions that should be asked, how to design a study, and methods of data acquisition and analysis. Many examples are presented to illustrate the textual material, and extensive bibliography sections at the end of each chapter direct readers to published articles and texts that will provide further information.

Editorial Reviews

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"Clearly written, excellent treatment of the subject for the novice." --Harold Meyer, M.D., Temple University School of Medicine

"At last! All my residents are required to produce a clinical research project. Now they'll know how to do it." --Robert W. Block, M.D. Oklahoma University College of Medicine, Tulsa

"Medical students, residents, and fellows who seek guidance either in the classroom or in the clinic will find this book a valuable initial resource. I encourage all clinicians who teach beginning researchers to obtain the book, study it, and share the information with their students." --Mayo Clinic Pproceedings

"DeAngelis and her co-authors have set out to providei the fundamentals of clinical research in a nutshell...It is difficult to present information on a very dry and abstract subject in a readable and comprehensible form to the beginner, but the authors have succeeded remarkably well. They take the reader through the questions that need to be asked before embarking on the research, selection of subjects, study design, data collection, and analysis and also take the time to disicuss the pragmatics of funding, ethical considerations, and critical review of published scientific work...this book can definitely be recommended as an introduction to clinical research." --The Lancet

"A well-organized and easily read text that introduces the reader to a wide array of clinical research topics. This text should be read by respiratory therapists interested in conducting a clinical research study before they begin collecting data. The advice presented by the authors should help clinicians do the planning necessary to produce a successful investigation of some of the unanswered questions confronting respiratory care practitioners. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in helping a novice researcher conduct a clinical study." --Respiratory Care

"Excellent practical overview of a necessary area of medicine."--Frances Rhoads, MD, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

About the Author

Catherine DeAngelis, M.D., M.P.H. is Professor and Deputy Chairman, Dept. of Pediatrics, The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 1 edition (February 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0195062493
• ISBN-13: 978-0195062496
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,168,037 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars good foundation, October 11, 2009

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This review is from: An Introduction to Clinical Research (Hardcover)

A fairly simple and succinct work on clinical research. Simple and quick to read. It's a little old but provides a good foundation on research principles.

3.0 out of 5 stars So so, April 14, 2008

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This review is from: An Introduction to Clinical Research (Hardcover)

This book is solely for clinical research and has little to say outside of that narrow sphere. But a good resource to have nonetheless.