An Introduction to Clinical Research

Covers all areas that a junior doctor will need to consider when embarking on clinical research
Full of practical advice and case studies to help the reader improve their research
Explains difficult concepts and techniques in a simple manner
Includes sections on statistical analysis and ethics, making this book a 'one-stop shop'

This practical book is written specifically for junior doctors by a team of highly experienced authors, as an introductory guide to clinical research. It covers all areas that a junior doctor needs to consider, including funding, study design, ethics, data analysis, disseminating findings, and furthering one's research career. It presents a balance view of clinical research and is written by authors actively involved in clinical research both at the 'coal-face' and at a more supervisory level.

Research can be a difficult process and it is essential to make sure that the project is set up in the correct way in order to get verifiable results. This easy-to-read guide is available to help junior doctors develop a good study design and present evidence of a sound academic practice, which will make obtaining funding more likely and be time-efficient. Getting started early in research and developing a solid, gradual understanding of clinical research through using this approachable book will be of huge benefit to junior doctors and their discipline.

Readership: Junior doctors from FY1 to ST3, as well as any medical professional who needs to conduct research in the course of their career.