Medicine & Health Cases
Learn from real-world case studies on designing and conducting research in medicine and health
Discover case studies written by researchers in the field detailing their experiences and decision-making in designing and conducting studies across the fields of medicine, nursing, dentistry, and health policy. Access real-life insights from cutting-edge research projects and studies, providing a more realistic picture of research than what is often found in textbooks.
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- Develop key skills in research design, methods selection, and methods application, specific to major medical specialties
- Explore an extensive range of studies, including clinical trials, observational studies, epidemiologic research and systematic reviews
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Challenges and Joys of Using the Experience Sampling Method to Examine the Impact of the Arts on Well-being
Can the experience sampling method reveal the impact of everyday participatory art on health and well-being?
An Environmental Scan of Perinatal Mental Health Care Services for Immigrant Women
This case study reflects on our use of an environmental scan during a research project exploring reproductive mental health-care services for immigrant women in BC.
Reflections on Designing and Conducting a Randomized Clinical Trial of Annual Versus Biannual Influenza Vaccination in Singapore
In this case study, we explore the design and implementation challenges of an observer-blinded clinical trial of an influenza vaccine in older adults in Singapore.