Overview

This textbook presents epidemiology in a practical manner, contextualized with discussions of theory and ethics, so that students and professionals from all academic backgrounds may develop a deep appreciation for how to conduct and interpret epidemiological research. Readers will develop skills to: -Search for and appraise literature critically, -Develop important research questions, -Design and implement studies to address those questions, -Perform and interpret fundamental statistical estimations and tests, -Consider the ethical implications of all stages of research, -Report findings in publications, and -Advocate for change in the public health setting. Epidemiology is and will remain a discipline in motion, and this textbook aims at reflecting this dynamism and keeping pace with its momentum. This textbook is not only a classroom tool with high utility but also an essential reference and guide for those engaging in research involving human subjects.

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Author:   Jan Van den Broeck ,  Jonathan R Brestoff
Publisher:   Springer
Imprint:   Springer
Edition:   2013 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 3.30cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   9.591kg
ISBN:  

9789400798571

ISBN 10:   9400798571
Pages:   621
Publication Date:   19 May 2015
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Preface Part I Introduction 1 Definition and Scope of Epidemiology 2 Basic Concepts in Epidemiology 3 Roots and Future of Epidemiology Part II Study Design 4 General Study Objectives 5 The Specific Aims 6 General Study Designs 7 Study Size Planning 8 Sponsoring and Stakeholder Involvement 9 The Recruitment and Enrollment Plan 10 The Measurement Plan 11 The Quality Assurance and Control Plan 12 The Data Management Plan 13 The Analysis Plan 14 Ethics Support Part III  Study Conduct 15 Training and Study Preparations 16 Managing the Informed Consent Process 17 Accrual, Retention and Adherence 18 Questionnaires 19 Maintaining Data Integrity 20 Data Cleaning 21 Good Clinical Practice Part IV:  Study Analysis 22 Statistical Estimation 23 Statistical Testing 24 Statistical Modeling 25 Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses 26 The Ethics of Study Analysis Part V Study Reporting 27 Interpretation of Findings 28 Scientific Writing 29 Reporting Data Quality 30 Dissemination to Stakeholders 31 The Ethics of Study Reporting Bibliography Subject Index

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From the reviews: “This book follows the logical stages of a research project while introducing the major epidemiological concepts and practices. … For students and practitioners such as field epidemiologists, this book is very important. … it is most appropriate for epidemiology students working on their dissertations or researchers (MD, resident) who want to start a research project. … This is a very interesting book because of its practical nature and thoroughness for field epidemiologists. It is an excellent addition to epidemiology advanced courses … for PhD students.” (Ousmane Diallo, Doody’s Book Reviews, July, 2013)

From the reviews: This book follows the logical stages of a research project while introducing the major epidemiological concepts and practices. ... For students and practitioners such as field epidemiologists, this book is very important. ... it is most appropriate for epidemiology students working on their dissertations or researchers (MD, resident) who want to start a research project. ... This is a very interesting book because of its practical nature and thoroughness for field epidemiologists. It is an excellent addition to epidemiology advanced courses ... for PhD students. (Ousmane Diallo, Doody's Book Reviews, July, 2013)

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