Introduction to clinical research including critical appraisal

Fully booked

Wednesday to Thursday

23 to 24 October

2019

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Overview

Gaining an understanding of the process, regulation and ethics of research is a core requirement for all higher specialist training curricula. Research is a fundamental part of all NHS activity, and facilitation of research is an essential part of the role of all staff within the health service. All consultants, regardless of whether they are affiliated with a university, therefore require knowledge of the research process and experience in research participation.

This two-day course, which is aimed at early years medical trainees, particularly CMT2 and ST3, will equip you with the knowledge of how research works – from study conception, through funding, conduct, analysis and dissemination of the results. Interactive group work will show you how to appraise evidence, write abstracts, review an ethics proposal and pitch a grant proposal. Whether you are thinking of embarking on research or wanting to gain the essential competencies for accreditation, this course will show you how you can engage with research, and trainees with recent research experience will share their stories of what it is like to make the jump from clinical work to the research arena.

Only 25 places available on the course, so book now to avoid disappointment.

Course Directors

Professor Miles Witham (Newcastle)

Dr Susan Shenkin (Edinburgh)

Programme

Day 1 - Wednesday 23 October 2019 - Getting started

08.30	Registration and Coffee
09.00	Introduction and welcome Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh

Session 1

09.15	The research process and types of study Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh
09.45	Brief introduction to critical appraisal Dr Peter Gallacher, Clinical Research Fellow & General Practice Trainee, University of Edinburgh/ NHS Education for Edinburgh
10.05	Critical appraisal facilitated group work Professor Miles Witham, Professor of Trials for Older People, Newcastle University Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh Dr Peter Gallacher, Clinical Research Fellow & General Practice Trainee, University of Edinburgh/ NHS Education for Edinburgh
10.45	Critical appraisal plenary feedback Professor Miles Witham, Professor of Trials for Older People, Newcastle University Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh Dr Peter Gallacher, Clinical Research Fellow & General Practice Trainee, University of Edinburgh/ NHS Education for Edinburgh
11.05	Coffee / Tea

Session 2

11.25	Designing a study Professor Shaun Treweek, Professor of Health Services Research, Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen
12.10	Constructing a protocol Professor Miles Witham, Professor of Trials for Older People, Newcastle University
12.40	Lunch

Session 3

13.40	Apply for funding Dr Robert Hunter, Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Career Development Fellow & Honorary Consultant in Renal Medicine, University of Edinburgh / BHF Centre for Cardiovascular Science, Queen’s Medical Research Institute, Edinburgh
14.10	Design a study - group work Professor Miles Witham, Professor of Trials for Older People, Newcastle University Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh
15.40	Coffee/ tea
15.50	Present your study to the grant panel
16.40	Academic career pathways Vignettes from researchers (10 minutes each the Q&A) Dr Vera Cvoro, Dr Dan Pugh, Clinical Research Fellow & Specialist trainee in Renal Medicine Dr Lucy Stirland, ST5 & Honorary Clinical Research Fellow in Old Age Psychiatry
17.10	End of day one

Day 2 - Thursday 24 October 2019 - Doing the research

08.45

Coffee

Session 1

09.00	Approvals: ethics, MHRA, NHS R&D, others Dr Roma Armstrong, Senior R&D Manager, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
09.45	Review of an ethics application Professor Miles Witham, Professor of Trials for Older People, Newcastle University Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh
11.15	Coffee / Tea

Session 2

11.35	Project management and data management Professor Miles Witham, Professor of Trials for Older People, Newcastle University
12.30	Analysing your data Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh
13.00	Lunch

Session 3

13.45	Writing up and publishing your results Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh
14.30	Write an abstract Professor Miles Witham, Professor of Trials for Older People, Newcastle University Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh
15.30	Coffee / Tea
15.40	Group evaluation of the abstracts Professor Miles Witham, Professor of Trials for Older People, Newcastle University Dr Susan Shenkin, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Geriatric Medicine, University of Edinburgh
16.00	Wrap up and finish

Fees

Online booking for this event closes on Friday 4 October 2019 but places may still be available after that date - please contact the Education Co-ordinator for further information.

Registration fees (includes lunch and refreshments on both days)
Standard fee	£149

Invoices

If you wish us to invoice an employer/organisation, please contact the Event Coordinator. Payment via invoice is not available for online booking.

Cancellations

If you have to cancel your place within 21 days of this course, we regret that we are unable to provide a refund.

Further Information

This course is aimed at early years medical trainees, particularly CMT2 & ST3. A limited number of places are available. If you are unsure about eligibility, please contact the RCPE member of staff responsible for the event.

All relevant events are approved for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). A certificate of attendance with CPD information will be issued electronically to individual delegates via email. Please note - certificates can only be issued to attendees who have confirmed their attendance via the online feedback form.

Please note that on occasion event programmes may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

A professional photographer may be in attendance at this event. Photographs may be used by the College in digital and printed publicity material. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let a member of staff know at the registration desk.

Access

As a listed building, the College has restricted disabled access. A wheelchair lift is provided at the rear of the College giving access to the main historic rooms. For further information and assistance please contact the RCPE Co-ordinator responsible for the event.

An induction loop system is available in the Great Hall.

Accommodation and Directions to the College

The College has negotiated special rates with a number of local hotels.

Parking is available on street (metered) or at the Omni Centre car park, 10 minute's walk from the College.

Bicycle racks are available for cyclists at the door to 8 Queen Street. For access to further bicycle racks, please ask at reception.

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Local walking routes

Three short walks can be enjoyed from the College. So if you are visiting us, why not explore the local area. Details can be found at Medal Routes.

Commercial Sponsorship

Many events are supported by commercial companies taking stand space. Health professionals and NHS managers are invited to visit the company stands during the breaks. Companies interested in sponsoring this, or other events listed on the Calendar, should contact the Co-ordinator responsible for the event.

Exhibitors/sponsors play no part in the planning or delivery of the event and the College has developed an Ethical Sponsorship Policy to support organising committees and committee chairs in their negotiations with potential commercial partners for education and other events.

Venue:

Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, 11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ

Event Coordinator

Margaret Farquhar

Telephone

+ 44 (0)131 247 3636

Email

m.farquhar@rcpe.ac.uk

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Day 1 - Wednesday 23 October 2019 - Getting started

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

Day 2 - Thursday 24 October 2019 - Doing the research

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

Invoices

Cancellations

Access

Accommodation and Directions to the College

Local walking routes

Commercial Sponsorship

Event Coordinator

Telephone

Email