Review of Undergraduate Medical Students toward Biomedical Research
Journal Title: Journal of Integrated Community Health - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Research methodology is an essential section within the medical curriculum of undergraduate (UG) medical students. Correct information and extensive knowledge about biomedical research will definitely enhance their decision-making abilities in biomedical profession. This work was performed to assess the range of recognition about biomedical research among UG medical students. This work involved participation of 110 UG students. A self-administered questionnaire was formulated to gather information concerning the awareness among the study participants about biomedical research. An independent institutional ethical approval was obtained before the commencement of the study. A total of 110 students answered the study questionnaire from second, third and final year. Majority of study participants (95%) remarked that medical research is helpful in their biomedical practice, and that research methodology should be extensively incorporated in study curriculum. Many study participants (94%) realized that different research activities assist them in improved understanding of their subject. Whereas 92% noted that research is essential for updating their knowledge in clinical field, a mere 15% participated in research activities while many participants were oblivious of funding agencies in biomedical research. Crucial factor for poor research was the absence of motivation (29%) followed by biomedical research being less important section in their curriculum (18%). Active involvement of research-based methodologies in the curriculum of UG medical students may stimulate the future batches of physicians to take up biomedical research.
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Dr. Sunmeet Matkar
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