The Doctor's Guide to Critical Appraisal [Paperback]

In the era of evidence-based (EMB) and increasing patient access to medical literature it is essential that the clinician of the twenty-first century can weigh up the evidence supporting their own practice and justify their clinical decisions. A book of this kind is very welcome. --Dr Adam Feather, Senior Medical Lecturer, London

This book systematically tackles the complexities of Critical Appraisal. A superb aid for the busy clinician. --Rupinderbir S Deol, SpR, Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery, London NWT Rotation

This second edition provides a broad range of sample comparative journal extracts enabling Foundation Year doctors and MRCGP and MRCPsych candidates to practise their critical appraisal skills. The extracts cover the whole spectrum of critical appraisal, together with exercises for the reader to work through independently to improve their technique. Tips and advice guide the reader to form their own conclusions and to explain their thinking in both Viva and written exam contexts.

Narinder Gosall is a consultant to the pharmaceutical industry. Gurpal Gosall is a Consultant Psychiatrist in the North of England.