Renowned expert and researcher, Michael Gottlieb, shares valuable tips on POCUS research. Topics include assessing research papers, importance of collaboration, effective strategies for research planning and implementation, and navigating POCUS research with feedback and resources.
Beware of predatory journals when choosing where to submit ultrasound research manuscripts to avoid potential financial exploitation.
Thoroughly analyze ultrasound research papers, focusing on method sections and study results for relevance and applicability to your practice setting.
Deep dives
Assessing Journal Choices for Ultrasound Manuscripts
When selecting journals to submit ultrasound manuscripts, it is crucial to distinguish legitimate journals from predatory ones. Predatory journals often solicit articles with requests for payment and may hold manuscripts hostage for further fees. To ensure legitimacy, consult colleagues and verify the journal's credibility. Be cautious of names resembling established journals. It is rare for reputable journals to solicit articles targeting individuals directly, highlighting the importance of due diligence in choosing where to publish.
Effective Paper Review and Usage Assessment
When reviewing ultrasound research papers, thorough analysis is essential. Conducting multiple readings allows for initial assessment of the concept's relevance and later scrutiny of its applicability. Emphasizing the importance of method sections is vital, ensuring adherence to guidelines and protection against bias. Notably, scrutinize ultrasound specifics like machine types, probe selection, and provider training, considering how findings align with your practice setting. Evaluating study results for equality between groups and relevance to practice aids in insightful interpretation and potential utilization.
Strategies for Ongoing Research and Collaboration
Sustaining research momentum involves considering future study extensions and collaborations. Continuity in research themes enables successive studies using established methodologies, limiting redundancy in literature searches. Engaging a core group of collaborators fosters diverse perspectives and shared responsibilities, encouraging a cohesive research environment. Avoiding common pitfalls necessitates thoughtful idea vetting, pilot testing studies in real-world settings, and involving statisticians early for methodological rigor. Acknowledging rejection as part of the submission process and incorporating reviewer feedback strengthen subsequent journal submissions, fostering continuous improvement and publication success.
We are back with Part 2 of discussing POCUS research with renowned expert and researcher, Michael Gottlieb. More pearls, pitfalls, tips, and tricks to help you step up your POCUS research game. This is the final episode in this two-part special edition, and we wrap it up as always with some take home points!
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