Journal Club 2021-22

Why?

To promote critical thinking in your lifelong learning.

Changes

  • Not tied to theme of TLC

  • Integration with ABFM Journal Club

  • Integration with Community Medicine Assignments

Basic Journal Club Concepts and Skills

  • Identify the Research Question

  • Identify the Study Type

  • Complete a Critical Appraisal using a structured format

  • Decide on a Clinical Bottom Line

  • Explain some Evidence-Based Medicine concepts to others

Format

  1. Community Medicine Presentation - 15 min

  2. Journal Club Presentation

    1. PGY 1 - 3-5 min

      1. Title of Article

      2. Research Question

      3. Study Type

    2. PGY 2 - 10-12 min

      1. Validity of the study

      2. Results of the study (with up to 2 figures)

      3. Applicability of the study

      4. Clinical Bottom Line

    3. PGY-3 - 15 min

      1. Review the ABFM questions and answers - some audience participation

      2. Teach THREE EBM concepts (from the article review) to the group

To Succeed

  • Prepare well - use the EBM site, email Dr. Epling, etc.

  • Work together (Journal Club presenters)

  • STICK TO TIME