scholarly journals Comparison of Traditional Versus Evidence-Based Journal Club Formats

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathleen Packard ◽  
Megan Herink ◽  
Thomas L. Lenz
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Clinical Pharmacy ◽  
Journal Club ◽  
Critical Evaluation ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Effective Alternative ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Study Analysis ◽  
Background Characteristics

Purpose: The objective of the study was to compare a traditionally structured journal club with an evidence based structured journal club during an advanced clinical pharmacy rotation and to determine the best utilization that aligns with recent changes to the pharmacy school accreditation standards. Methods: The study included 21 students who completed journal club utilizing the traditional journal club format and 24 students who utilized an evidence based journal club format. Background characteristics, student reported beliefs, and mean critical evaluation skills scores were evaluated and compared in each group. Results: There were no statistically significant differences between the two cohorts in mean overall percentage grade for the activity. Students in the traditional cohort received significantly higher grades for the Study Analysis and Critique section (90.97 + 12.18 versus 81.25 + 11.18, P=0.01) as well as for the Preparedness section (96.11 + 8.03 versus 85.0 + 17.13, P=0.002). Students in the evidence based cohort received statistically superior grades for the Presentation Skills section (96.43 + 6.39 versus 82.47 + 14.12, P=0.0004). Conclusion: An evidence based journal club is a reasonable and effective alternative to the traditionally structured journal club when the primary objective is to assist students in understanding evidence based concepts and to apply current literature to clinical practice.

scholarly journals The New Embryology Journal Club - eJC STAR format: An equation for evidence-based education and embryologists’ empowerment

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fadi Choucair ◽  
Nagham Younis
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Critical Appraisal ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Journal Club ◽  
Journal Article ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Evidence Based Practices ◽  
Traditional Lecture ◽  
Journal Clubs ◽  
Club Meeting

Journal clubs are a valuable tool to assist learners in the evaluation of scientific literature and to promote the adoption of evidence-based practices. The Middle East Fertility Society Embryology Specialty Interest Group developed a concise journal club to enhance the engagement of embryologists and provide the structure of a journal club. The embryology journal club STAR format is a monthly super group journal club meeting in which an invited presenting “star” author exposes his group’s article to the entire embryologist’s community. In our modified approach, instead of a traditional lecture, the journal article to be discussed will be sent to participants in advance in conjunction with the STAR (Study design validity, Tackling the methodology, Analysis of the results, Reflecting the results into practice) critical appraisal checklist and a short online quiz to be completed before the meeting. The concise embryology journal club STAR format may be beneficial for embryologists to help them develop an efficient and consistent means to appraise evidence in clinical practice and stay abreast of the latest clinical research.

scholarly journals Evidence-based medicine

1996 ◽  
Vol 20 (11) ◽  
pp. 673-675 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Gilbody
Keyword(s):  
Evidence Based Medicine ◽  
Clinical Training ◽  
Journal Club ◽  
Critical Evaluation ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Psychiatric Research ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Based Medicine ◽  
Clinical Problems

Evidence-based medicine is an approach to clinical training and practice that is increasing in popularity. When introduced into the journal club format, it provides an opportunity to integrate real clinical problems with critical evaluation of the psychiatric research literature. The principles of evidence-based medicine and the practicalities of its introduction into the Journal club format are described.

scholarly journals Professional consciousness and pride facilitate evidence‐based practice—The meaning of participating in a journal club based on clinical practice reflection

Nursing Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 690-699
Author(s):  
Malene Beck ◽  
Charlotte Simonÿ ◽  
Heidi Bergenholtz ◽  
Susanne Hwiid Klausen
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Journal Club ◽  
Evidence Based

scholarly journals Evidence-Based Clinical Practice. General Concepts and Reasons for Use in Surgery

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-122
Author(s):  
Carlos Manterola
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Health Management ◽  
Clinical Epidemiology ◽  
Critical Evaluation ◽  
Health Technology ◽  
Healthcare Management ◽  
Future Generations ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Reasons For Use

The evidence-based clinical practice (EBCP), is an important issue for clinicians in general; and surgeons as clinicians, we must not stand apart from it, because given the role that we play as educators of future generations of clinicians and surgeons, and due to the avalanche of information from the Internet, must be updated on critical evaluation of the literature to which our students access permanently. On the other hand, the EBCP has even invaded the field of management and administration in health, and in our work, with some frequency we are confronted with healthcare management and administration activities. EBCP involves a series of converging disciplines such as clinical epidemiology, critical reading of biomedical research, research design, biostatistics, health technology assessment, management and health management, etc. The aim of this manuscript was to present s

scholarly journals 759 Maintaining Surgical Education and Team Morale During A Pandemic – Can A Virtual Educational Platform Deliver Effective Engagement and Personal Development of Non-Technical Skills?

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
S Sambhwani ◽  
A Al-Shahwani ◽  
N Sheikh
Keyword(s):  
Reflective Practice ◽  
Service Provision ◽  
Personal Development ◽  
Journal Club ◽  
Critical Evaluation ◽  
Technical Skills ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Education Journal ◽  
Virtual Platform ◽  
Case Based

Abstract Introduction The COVID 19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges in healthcare, leading to a dramatic change in service provision and impacting surgical training. We developed a new educational timetable to maintain an ethos of education safely; focusing on providing an opportunity to develop non-technical skills and maintain reflective practice. Method Microsoft Teams was used in our department with two separate streams of weekly education; journal club with focus on developing critical evaluation skills, and a case based in depth discussion forum to develop presentation skills and evidence based management. A questionnaire was sent out after 10 weeks to evaluate the effectiveness and engagement. Results From 53 responses, 72% felt that their engagement in teaching increased with a virtual platform with an overall satisfaction of 88%. Reflective practice increased and 40% felt their non-technical skills improved. Overall, 68% preferred to continue learning virtually and 88% would recommend this to their peers. 92% felt that the platform played a pivotal role in helping maintain team morale during this period. Conclusions There has been good engagement with positive reflection and learning at a time of great change in the NHS benefiting training and non-training doctors. We recommend incorporating virtual platforms to provide education in all surgical departments.

Prophylaxis of Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation From Energy-Based Device Treatments: A Review

2020 ◽  
pp. 120347542095763
Author(s):  
Ian T.Y. Wong ◽  
Vincent Richer
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Tranexamic Acid ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Post Treatment ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Hydroxy Acids ◽  
Psychosocial Burden ◽  
Alpha Hydroxy Acids ◽  
Dermatologic Disease

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is an acquired hypermelanosis that can result from inflammatory dermatologic disease, trauma, or iatrogenesis from procedures. This condition disproportionately affects individuals with skin of color, and it can place a significant psychosocial burden on affected patients. The management of PIH is, therefore, of great interest to clinicians, especially dermatologists. The treatment of established PIH has long been a principal focus within the literature, with publications on the topic outnumbering publications on prophylaxis of PIH. Prophylaxis strategies to prevent PIH vary greatly in clinical practice, likely due to the absence of an evidence-based consensus. Published approaches to PIH prophylaxis include pretreatment (topical alpha hydroxy acids, retinoids, hydroquinone, and brimonidine) and post-treatment strategies (photoprotection, corticosteroids, and tranexamic acid). This review will examine the current literature on prophylaxis of PIH from energy-based device treatments.

scholarly journals Bridging the gap between research-based knowledge and clinical practice: a qualitative examination of patients and physiotherapists’ views on the Otago exercise Programme

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hilde Worum ◽  
Daniela Lillekroken ◽  
Birgitte Ahlsen ◽  
Kirsti Skavberg Roaldsen ◽  
Astrid Bergland
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Fall Prevention ◽  
Prevention Program ◽  
Prevention Programs ◽  
Clinical Work ◽  
Exercise Programme ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Fall Prevention Program

Abstract Background Falls and fall-related injuries exacerbate the health problems of older adults, and they are a public health concern. Despite an abundance of research, the implementation of evidence-based fall prevention programs has been slow and limited, additionally and these programs have not reduced the incidence of falling. Therefore, the primary objective of the present study was to examine patients and physiotherapists’ views on the factors that influence the implementation of the community- and evidence-based Otago Exercise Programme for fall prevention. Methods We conducted eight in-depth interviews with physiotherapists and patients, and a focus group interview with 12 physiotherapists and authority figures who represented local hospitals and municipalities. The resultant qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis. Results The analysis yielded two main themes: the researcher’s role and position in the implementation process and the tension between research-based knowledge and clinical practice. The participants believed that research-based knowledge can address the challenges of clinical practice. Further, the patients reported that the fall prevention program made them feel safe and enhanced their ability to cope with daily life. The physiotherapists also observed that research findings do not readily translate into clinical practice. Further, they contended that research-based knowledge is not universal and that it cannot be generalized across different contexts; instead, it must be adapted and translated into a user-friendly language. The findings suggest that the application of research-based knowledge does equate to filling up empty jars and that research-based knowledge does not flow from the expert to the non-expert as water through a tube. Indeed, physiotherapists and patients are not tabula rasa. Additionally, the participants believed that researchers and stakeholders must think critically about who has the power and voice to create a common understanding. Conclusions Our findings delineate the means by which the gap between research and practice regarding the Otago fall prevention program can bridged. The program can guide clinical work and provide important information that can be used to improve the quality of other fall prevention programs. However, the research-based knowledge that it confers must be adapted for use in clinical contexts.

Medical Students’ Perspective on TBI after Participation in Interactive Evidence-Based Online Learning

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 6-11
Author(s):  
Shivika Chandra ◽  
Manu Mathew
Keyword(s):  
Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Journal Club ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Learning Resource ◽  
Actual Clinical Practice ◽  
Acute Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Learning Journal

The Cochrane Students’ Journal Club is an online learning journal club which aims at creating a secondary learning resource for gathering and appraising evidence. This article illustrates an example of how an interactive discussion, on the use of anti-epileptic drugs for the prevention of seizures in patients with acute traumatic brain injury, can be used by students to formulate a plan for managing such patients in actual clinical practice.

An Evidence-Based Approach to Choosing Outcome Measures: A Checklist for the Critical Appraisal of Validity, Reliability and Responsiveness Studies

2005 ◽  
Vol 68 (8) ◽  
pp. 347-353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina Jerosch-Herold
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Outcome Measures ◽  
Critical Appraisal ◽  
Critical Evaluation ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Instrument Validity

Selecting outcome measures for clinical practice or research needs to be based on a critical evaluation of the evidence on the validity and reliability of the available measures. This paper presents both a theoretical framework based on the methodological literature of how these psychometric properties can be assessed and a checklist designed to facilitate the critical appraisal of studies on outcome measures. Through examples drawn from the published literature, the concepts of instrument validity, reliability and responsiveness and how these can be evaluated and reported are illustrated. It is suggested that a structured checklist can facilitate a more evidence-based approach to the selection and employment of outcome measures in clinical practice and research.

Meeting the Best Practice for Hearing Aid Verification in Children: Challenges and Future Directions

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 877-894
Author(s):  
Nur Azyani Amri ◽  
Tian Kar Quar ◽  
Foong Yen Chong
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Hearing Aids ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Hearing Aid ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Major Barrier ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
Age Range ◽  
Fitting Hearing Aids

Purpose This study examined the current pediatric amplification practice with an emphasis on hearing aid verification using probe microphone measurement (PMM), among audiologists in Klang Valley, Malaysia. Frequency of practice, access to PMM system, practiced protocols, barriers, and perception toward the benefits of PMM were identified through a survey. Method A questionnaire was distributed to and filled in by the audiologists who provided pediatric amplification service in Klang Valley, Malaysia. One hundred eight ( N = 108) audiologists, composed of 90.3% women and 9.7% men (age range: 23–48 years), participated in the survey. Results PMM was not a clinical routine practiced by a majority of the audiologists, despite its recognition as the best clinical practice that should be incorporated into protocols for fitting hearing aids in children. Variations in practice existed warranting further steps to improve the current practice for children with hearing impairment. The lack of access to PMM equipment was 1 major barrier for the audiologists to practice real-ear verification. Practitioners' characteristics such as time constraints, low confidence, and knowledge levels were also identified as barriers that impede the uptake of the evidence-based practice. Conclusions The implementation of PMM in clinical practice remains a challenge to the audiology profession. A knowledge-transfer approach that takes into consideration the barriers and involves effective collaboration or engagement between the knowledge providers and potential stakeholders is required to promote the clinical application of evidence-based best practice.

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