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Book Synopsis: Required reading in many medical and healthcare institutions, How to Read a Paper is a clear and wide-ranging introduction to evidence-based 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 statistics.
How to Read a Paper addresses the common criticisms of evidence-based 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 more.
Offers user-friendly guidance on evidence-based healthcare that is applicable to both experienced and novice readers
Authored by an internationally recognised practitioner and researcher in evidence-based 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 evidence-based healthcare.
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Learn the secrets to deciphering medical literature with How to Read a Paper: The Basics of Evidence-based Medicine and Healthcare. This comprehensive guide is a must-have for anyone in the medical field, from students to seasoned professionals. With its clear and wide-ranging introduction to evidence-based medicine, this book will equip you with the skills you need to critically evaluate published data and implement the latest research in your practice.
Author Trisha Greenhalgh, an internationally recognized practitioner and researcher in evidence-based healthcare, takes you through each step of the inquiry process. From searching the literature to assessing methodological quality and appraising statistics, you'll gain a solid foundation in evidence-based practice. Plus, this sixth edition includes updated discussions on study bias, political interference, medical statistics, and big data, making it an invaluable resource in today's ever-evolving healthcare landscape.
Don't fall victim to common misconceptions about evidence-based healthcare. How to Read a Paper dispels myths and provides a pragmatic framework for testing the validity of healthcare literature. With user-friendly guidance, improved checklists, and additional figures, this book is designed to be accessible and relevant to both experienced professionals and beginners in the field.
Take your practice to the next level with How to Read a Paper. Order your copy today and join the ranks of knowledgeable healthcare practitioners who are making evidence-based decisions that improve patient outcomes. Order now and start your journey towards becoming an expert in evidence-based healthcare.
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