Member May 2025: Networking and Q&A: Research Opportunities for Physiatrists (On Demand)-Session Recording

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This session aimed to support and guide participants interested in research within the field of physiatry. It began with housekeeping notes emphasizing the importance of professionalism and the resources available on the AAPM&R website for research guidance. Patricia, a physiatrist at UCSF, presented her approach to helping new researchers identify a topic, reviewing relevant literature, and utilizing frameworks such as the F.I.N.E.R criteria to design a research question. The session covered resources for conducting research both within academic institutions and private practice, highlighting the challenges of accessing IRBs and securing funding. Patricia discussed different types of research, including quantitative and qualitative studies, and encouraged collaboration with students. Practical advice was provided on publishing case reports and utilizing quality improvement projects in research. Participants shared their experiences, emphasizing the importance of assessing one's own clinical procedures and effectively using statistical analyses in research. The session concluded with an emphasis on ongoing support and collaboration, with an open invitation for follow-up discussions and guidance.

Keywords

physiatry

research guidance

F.I.N.E.R criteria

academic institutions

quantitative studies

quality improvement

statistical analyses