The Unofficial Guide to Medical Research, Audit and Teaching

The unique and award-winning Unofficial Guides series is a collaboration between senior students, junior doctors and specialty experts. This combination of contributors understands what is essential to excel on your course, in exams and in practice - as well as the importance of presenting information in a clear, fun and engaging way. Packed with hints and tips from those in the know, when you are in a hurry and need a study companion you can trust, reach for an Unofficial Guide. This unique book provides a succinct introduction to how to pursue research, teaching or audit opportunities. You'll find guidance on how to do a literature search, key concepts in statistics, and tips for science communication, critical appraisal and clinical governance - all written in a concise way that's perfect for undergraduates. Fully updated for its second edition, the Unofficial Guide to Medical Research, Audit and Teaching will be a day-to-day reference you use long after you've graduated. Step by step guide covering everything you need to know to undertake research, audit or teaching - easily accessible and all in one placeClearly laid out and easy to understandPractical tips and tricks - covers not just what you need to do, but also how to do itIncludes a concise guide to medical statisticsConvenient checklists for analysing the different types of research studiesGuidance on finding research opportunities and how to approach a supervisorTips for effective teachingGuidance for portfoliosUpdated information regarding specialised foundation programmeAdvice on working abroad - including Australia and New ZealandInformation regarding hierarchy of evidence and n=1 studiesUpdated examples to explain statistical analysis techniquesIntroduction to clinical commissioning and policy developmentUse of social media and online communities for science communicationDigital teachingNew and emerging research areas including computational modelling