Getting Published: Decoding the Secret Society of the Publishing World

Session Description: This presenter aims to equip participants with essential skills for conducting retrospective, prospective, and experimental research in healthcare. Attendees will learn to navigate the Institutional Review Board (IRB) process for behavioral and human research, ensuring ethical standards are met. The presentation will cover methods to evaluate research validity and reliability using statistical tools, providing a robust foundation for assessing the quality of research. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of basic research design concepts, including the identification of variables, formulation of hypotheses, and application of the scientific method. Critical evaluation skills will be developed to assess the quality and validity of research studies, focusing on internal and external validity.

Additionally, the presentation will address considerations for peer-reviewed journal submissions, highlighting journal-specific requirements to enhance the likelihood of publication. Attendees will learn to apply knowledge of statistical significance and effect size, enabling them to evaluate and critique existing research studies effectively. They will also be equipped to design study proposals tailored to specific research questions or problems. By the end of this presentation, participants will be prepared to design, conduct, and evaluate high-quality research in healthcare, contributing to the advancement of the field through rigorous and ethical scientific inquiry.