Unlocking Practice Changing Insights: A Paramedics Guide to Reviewing the Medical Literature

Let's discuss the intricacies of evidence-based medicine (EBM) with Dr. Ben Li. The conversation dives deep into understanding different types of medical studies, their hierarchies, and how EMS providers can apply them to their practice. The episode covers evaluating research, the importance of study design, confounders, sample size, and how to discern the relevance and applicability of research findings. Dr. Li provides practical advice for critically appraising literature and emphasizes doing so in a way that is personally relevant to the listener's practice. This episode is essential for anyone in EMS or emergency medicine looking to deepen their understanding of medical research and how it impacts patient care. Enter to win Airpods, Cric-a-lot, and a belt buckle!

Resources that can help

Critical appraisal guides:

https://casp-uk.net/casp-tools-checklists/ (my personal favorite)

https://jbi.global/critical-appraisal-tools

Reporting guidelines (similar to appraisal guides, but more are standards for the investigators to use and follow):

https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines

 

00:00 Introduction and Priorities

00:34 Show Restructure Announcement

01:42 The Evolution of EMS Practices

03:57 Understanding Evidence-Based Medicine

05:23 Interview with Dr. Ben Lee

07:20 Approaching and Appraising Medical Studies

08:14 Challenges in EMS Research

13:47 Study Design and Hierarchy

31:33 Applying Research to Practice

39:26 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

 

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