Begin Your Journey in Real-World Research: 

How to Perform Retrospective Clinical Research

كيف تجري الأبحاث السريرية بأثر رجعي

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  • Lecturer        Tarek Alsaied, pediatrician and expert researcher (>125 publications)
  • Target             Healthcare workers & students
  • Time    5 meetings every Friday starting from Feb 9th 2024 at 3:00 pm Mecca time
  • Recording

    Available after live sessions

  • Assessment     Exam
  • Certificate       British CPD-accredited, upon passing the exam

Course Access

What is unique about this course?
Discover the practicality of retrospective clinical studies in our focused course. Learn how this efficient research method, utilizing existing data, offers a time-saving approach, Ideal for resource-limited settings. The course will also inform you on using the statistical analysis program JASP, and how to write and publish your research paper. In addition, it will include workshop type discussions. The instructor of the course, Tareq Alsaied, has published over 125 peer-reviewed articles and contributed to 6 book chapters.
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— What's included

An interactive course

This course will guide you in designing and executing retrospective research, using the statistical analysis program JASP, and writing and publishing your research paper. Additionally, it includes interactive workshop-type discussions, enriching your learning experience and practical application in retrospective clinical research.

Interactive sessions

You can engage with the instructor during lectures, which are recorded for later review

Assessments

There will be one exam at the end of the course

Certificate 

You will be issued a certificate signed by Dr. Tareq and accredited by British CPD.

Case studies

Analyzing successful research papers to understand best practices

Guest speakers

Inviting experienced researchers to share insights and experiences

Online resources

Providing a list of helpful articles, videos, and tools for further learning

Frequently asked questions

What if I did not find the course suitable for me after I paid and started?

A: You can claim a 100% refund within 24 hours of the first session.

I am worried that I may not understand the lectures because my English isn't fluent

A: The lecturer mixes between English (especially the medical terms) and Arabic (to make it easier for understanding) 

I am not sure I can attend all the 5 live sessions

A: All lectures will be recorded so you can watch them later in sha' Allah

What is the duration of access to the course materials after enrollment?

A: After enrolling in the course, you will have access to all course materials for 12 months.

Is the certificate accredited? 

A: Yes, it is accredited by British CPD Standards Office.

About the course

This course is designed to be comprehensive and practical, ensuring that participants not only learn the theoretical aspects of research methodology but also gain practical skills that they can apply in their future studies. The sessions are structured to provide a progressive learning experience, guiding participants from the basics of formulating research questions to the complexities of publishing their work.

Time of the course

Every Firday starting from Feb 9th to March 8th, 3:00-4:30 pm Mecca time.
All lectures will be recorded, providing you the option to revisit them at your convenience.

Targeted audience

Healthcare Professionals interested in research, including Medical Residents, Fellows, Attending Physicians, & Students.

What are the expected learning outcomes?

Upon completion of the Pediatric Cardiology Intensive Course, participants should be able to:
1. Formulate strong, relevant research questions and proposals in the field of medical research.
2. Understand and differentiate between various study designs, including case-control, cross-sectional, and cohort studies.
3. Gain proficiency in using JASP for practical statistical analysis, including both descriptive and inferential statistics.
4. Develop skills in structuring, writing, and publishing research papers, with insights into the peer review process and ethical considerations.
5. Apply knowledge through practical exercises and interactive workshop discussions, enhancing the ability to conduct retrospective clinical studies effectively.

Tarek Alsaied, M.D., F.A.C.C., M.Sc.

Pediatric Cardiologist and Advanced Cardiac Imager
Qualifications: MD, MS; certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology.
Professional Role:
• Pediatric Cardiologist and Advanced Cardiac Imager at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
• Had advanced cardiovascular imaging fellowship at Boston Children’s hospital, Harvard Medical School.
Clinical Interests:
• Fontan physiology therapies.
• Cardiac MRI for imaging markers in Fontan circulation.
Research Contributions:
• Over 125 peer-reviewed articles published.
Awards and Recognition:
• Multiple awards from pediatric cardiology imaging societies.
• Early career award from the Society of Cardiac MRI for contributions in the field.
Editorial Work:
• Associate Editor for "Pediatric Cardiology".
• Contributor to 6 book chapters in related fields.
Further info: https://www.pediatrics.pitt.edu/people/tarek-alsaied-md-msc-facc