Clinical Research & Evidence

Catalog description

This graduate-level course is designed to provide physician assistant students with a deep understanding of the principles and methodologies essential for conducting and applying research in clinical practice. This course integrates key concepts of research design, statistical analysis, ethical considerations, and evidence-based medicine, preparing students to critically evaluate scientific literature and apply findings to improve patient care. Students will gain the skills necessary to design, conduct, and assess clinical research studies, while fostering an understanding of the scientific method and its practical application in healthcare. Upon completion of the course, students will be proficient in the scientific methods of research design, data analysis, and critical evaluation of evidence. They will be prepared to contribute to the body of medical knowledge through rigorous research and to apply evidence-based practices in their clinical work to improve patient outcomes.