Lecture Library

Welcome to the first session of the MedResearch Academy, a 16-week virtual series designed to empower Omani health professionals with essential research skills. In this session, we explore how to transform everyday clinical observations into meaningful research questions.

Join Dr. Mohamed Al Rawahi for an exploration of cutting-edge AI tools revolutionizing medical literature search and research synthesis. 📚 Learning Objectives: • Understand the capabilities and limitations of AI-powered literature search tools beyond traditional databases • Learn practical applications of AI for efficient evidence synthesis and systematic reviews • Explore ethical considerations when using AI in medical research and publication • Discover strategies to integrate AI tools into your research workflow while maintaining academic integrity 👨‍⚕️ Speaker: Dr. Mohamed Al Rawahi, MD, MSc, FRCPC, ABIM Senior Consultant in Cardiac Electrophysiology ⏱️ Duration: 60 minutes (20:00-21:00 Muscat Time)

Master the art of selecting the optimal research study design for your clinical questions. Learn how different study designs impact research validity, feasibility, and outcomes. 📚 Key Topics: • Evidence hierarchy and study design quality • Matching research questions to appropriate designs • Observational vs interventional studies • Case-control, cohort, and cross-sectional designs • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them 👨‍⚕️ Dr. Abdullah M. Al Alawi Founder, MedResearch Academy

Learn the essential steps to craft a compelling research proposal that gets approved. This comprehensive session covers everything from developing your research question to presenting a convincing case for funding and ethical approval. Presented by Dr. Abdullah M. Al Alawi, BSc, MD, MSc, FRACP, FACP - Founder of MedResearch Academy.