Clinical Research In The International Medical University
- Author:
Sivalingam Nalliah
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Clinical research, clinical methodology training, clinician-scientist, collaboration with scientists
- From:International e-Journal of Science, Medicine and Education
2008;2(supp1):25-34
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Clinical research refers to any field of
research involving human subjects. Clinicians as
researchers are well placed in contributing to research as
they have access to human subjects and are able to apply
research results for better patient outcome. The need for
clinician-scientists as a dedicated breed is hence
implied. Clinical research has low priority in the agenda
of academic clinicians for various reasons. Strategies to
overcome such a malady include training in research
methodology and creating a permissive environment for
the conduct of research. The IMU has introduced
several measures to enhance clinical research and has a
vibrant postgraduate program. The BMedSc programme
has seen an increase in MBBS students taking this
degree. Research is part of the curriculum before the
Semester 7 examinations. Clinicians have been
increasingly seen to be involved in research. The
enhancement of clinical research through encouraging
formal clinical research training and development of the
MBBS-PhD programs could further enhance clinical
research at the IMU. Attention to logistic constraints,
improvement in collaboration with the CRC-MOH and
other agencies and the close working relationship with
scientists will propel clinical research to higher levels.
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