Health Research

DescriptionEvidence Based Medicine (EBM) is an important aspect of medicine that have to be taught to residents, trainers and healthcare professionals, in order to deliver better quality care to their patients. This physical hands-on workshop is designed to equip the target group with the basics of this aspect of medicine. Workshop Outlines -          Concept of EBM, strength of evidence, and related appraisal tools -          Searching the literature -          Appraising observational studies -          Appraising interventional studies General objectives At the end of this workshop, participants will be: - Familiar with the concept of EBM, strength of evidence, and related appraisal tools - Able to effectively search the literature in a specific topic - Able to critically appraise observational studies - Able to critically appraise interventional studies - Able to critically appraise diagnostic accuracy studies - Able critically appraise systematic review/meta-analysis Target Audience: OMSB Residents and trainers. Also, OMSB senior staff and other health professionals may be considered. Around 20 seats will be available Time: This workshop is usually organized twice a year between April and November. However, the time may be changed depending on the number of registered participants, and logistics. Exact dates are announced once finalized.Duration: This physical workshop is conducted over 1-full day duration (8:00 am – 3:15 pm)   Course Instructors: Dr. AbdulHakeem Al-Rawahi ( MD, MRSC1, MSc,PhD )  

Research Methodology I is an online course that includes two main parts; online modules and a virtual discussion meeting. The modules part is a 4-5-hour online task aims to simplify the initial steps in research. It is designed for postgraduate healthcare professionals who are considered as beginners in research. However, other candidates may enroll in this course as well. Online part outlinesModule 1: Importance and types of health-related research.Module 2: Introduction to research question, study objectives & hypothesis. Module 3: Literature review. Module 4: Overview of different study designs. Module 5: Research proposal writingOnline video: Reference management  The Virtual discussion meeting:  this is a three-hour online meeting designed for the three Methodology courses (Research Methodology I, II, & III) in which participants are guided to apply the knowledge gained from the modules of the three courses in their research idea/projects. The outlines of this virtual session are given in Research Methodology course III. is a three-hour online meeting designed for the three Methodology courses (Research Methodology I, II, & III) in which participants are guided to apply the knowledge gained from the modules of the three courses in their research idea/projects. The outlines of this virtual session are given in Research Methodology course III.Target Audience & registration: Mainly OMSB Residents in early residency (preferably R1) who have not gotten ethical approval yet. OMSB trainers & Other health professionals may also be considered and can register thru the OMSB e-platform, or contacting the Research Section at OMSB (research@omsb.org).Course InstructorDr Abdulhakeem AlrawahiDr. AbdulHakeem Al-Rawahi ( MD, MRSC1, MSc,PhD )       Dr. AbdulHakeem Al-Rawahi ( MD, MRSC1, MSc,PhD )       Time: This course is organized in every block (rotation) across the year. The online modules must be finished within the first week of each block, and the virtual discussion is conducted in the forth week within the same block. course is organized in every block (rotation) across the year. The online modules must be finished within the first week of each block, and the virtual discussion is conducted in the forth week within the same block. OMSB residents are enrolled in this workshop during their first research  block according to their master rotation. Residents who are assigned late research block can contact the OMSB research section to undertake this workshop during R1. OMSB trainers and other health professionals should contact OMSB Research section for details at (research@omsb.org) block according to their master rotation. Residents who are assigned late research block late research block can contact the OMSB research section to undertake this workshop during R1. OMSB trainers and other health professionals should contact OMSB Research section for details at (research@omsb.org)Duration:The online modules part is around 4-5 Hours task and can be finished within one day or scattered in different days within the one week period. In addition, this is accompanied by an online forum (for questions and answers) that extends for the corresponding week period. The Virtual discussion is a three-hour activity. Course authorsDr. Abdullah Al-Muniri ( MSc, PhD, Research Expert )Dr. Murtadha Al-Khabori ( MD, MSc, FRCPC ) Course Instructor

Description Research Methodology II course is an online course that includes two main parts; online modules and a virtual discussion meeting. The modules part is a five-hour task that aims to simplify research designs and methodologies. It is designed for postgraduate healthcare professionals who are considered as beginners in research. However, other candidates may enroll in this course as well.Online workshop OutlineModule 1: research design overviewModule 2: cross-sectional designModule 3: case-control designModule 4: cohort designModule 5: RCTModule 6: diagnostic accuracy studiesModule 7: choosing appropriate designThe Virtual discussion meeting: this is a three-hour online meeting designed for the three Methodology courses (Research Methodology I, II, & III) in which participants are guided to apply the knowledge gained from the modules of the three courses in their research idea/projects. The outlines for the Virtual discussion meeting are given in Research Methodology III course.Target Audience & registration:Mainly OMSB Residents in early residency (preferably R1) who have not gotten ethical approval yet. OMSB trainers & Other health professionals may also be considered and can register thru the OMSB e-platform, or contacting the Research Section at OMSB (research@omsb.org). Time:This course is organized in every block (rotation) across the year. The online modules must be finished within the second week of each block, and the virtual discussion is conducted in the fourth week within the same block. OMSB residents are enrolled in this workshop during their first research block according to their master rotation. Residents who are assigned late research block can contact the OMSB research section to undertake this workshop during R1. OMSB trainers and other health professionals should contact OMSB Research section for details at (research@omsb.org)Duration:The online modules part is around 5-6 Hours task and can be finished within one day or scattered in different days within the one week period. In addition, this is accompanied by an online forum (for questions and answers) that extends for the corresponding week period. The Virtual discussion is a three-hour activityCourse authorsDr. AbdulHakeem Al-Rawahi ( MD, MRSC1, MSc, PhD )Course InstructorsDr. AbdulHakeem Al-Rawahi ( MD, MRSC1, MSc, PhD )

Description Research Methodology III course is an online course that includes two main parts; online modules and a virtual discussion meeting. The modules part is a 3-hour task that aims to simplify some important issues related to research methodologies. It is designed for postgraduate healthcare professionals who are considered as beginners in research. However, other candidates may enroll in this course as well.Online workshop OutlineModule 1: sampling and sample sizeModule 2: data collection methods & toolsModule 3: basics of bias in researchModule 4: basics of confounding and chance in researchModule 5: basic concepts of data analysisThe Virtual discussion meeting: this is a three-hour online meeting designed for the three Methodology courses (Research Methodology I, II, & III) in which participants are guided to apply the knowledge gained from the modules of the three Research Methodology courses in their research idea/projects. The outlines for the Virtual discussion meeting includes:Discussing goodness of the participants' research ideas/questionsDiscussing study designs related to participants' projects Discussing sampling and sample size related to their projects Target Audience & registration:Mainly OMSB Residents in early residency (preferably R1) who have not gotten ethical approval yet. OMSB trainers & Other health professionals may also be considered and can register thru the OMSB e-platform, or contacting the Research Section at OMSB (research@omsb.org). Time:This course is organized in every block (rotation) across the year. The online modules must be finished within the third week of each block, and the virtual discussion is conducted in the fourth week. OMSB residents are enrolled in this workshop during their first research block according to their master rotation. Residents who are assigned late research block can contact the OMSB Research section to undertake this workshop during R1. OMSB trainers and other health professionals should contact OMSB Research section for details at (research@omsb.org)Duration:The online modules part is around 3-4-hours task and can be finished within one day or scattered in different days within the one week period. In addition, this is accompanied by an online forum (for questions and answers) that extends for the corresponding week period. The Virtual discussion is a three-hour activityCourse authorsDr. AbdulHakeem Al-Rawahi ( MD, MRSC1, MSc, PhD )Course InstructorsDr. AbdulHakeem Al-Rawahi ( MD, MRSC1, MSc, PhD )

Research is a mandatory and integral component of all training programs in OMSB. In addition other health professionals should equip themselves with research knowledge and skills including basics of bio-statistics & basic statistical testing. In order to achieve that, this online workshop is intended to introduce the common principles of bio-statistics and  statistical testing.Workshop Outlines:Module 1: Fundamentals of BiostatisticsModule 2: Common Epidemiological and Statistical Measures in Health ResearchModule 3: Statistical TestsModule 4: Introduction to Multivariate AnalysisModule 5: Diagnostic Accuracy and Agreement MeasuresAfter that: At any time, you are eligible to consult OMSB research expert by clicking on Book a one-to-one consultation (Click here).Target Audience & registration:Mainly OMSB Residents in late residency. OMSB trainers & other Healthcare professionals maybe considered and can register thru the OMSB e-platform, or contacting the Research Section at (research@omsb.org).Time:This online workshop is organized in a 1 week period every block (usually the first week of each block) across the year. OMSB residents are enrolled in this workshop during their second research block according to their master rotation. However, interested residents may undertake this course earlier, however, for that they have to contact the OMSB Research Section at (research@omsb.org). OMSB trainers and other health professionals should contact OMSB research section for details at (research@omsb.org) for details.Duration:3-4 hours, however this workshop is accompanied by an online discussion forum that extends thru the corresponding week periodCourse authorso   Dr. Abdulhakeem Alrawahio   Mr. Sathiya Murthi P, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.o   Mr. Sachin Jose, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.Course Instructors:o   Mr. Sathiya Murthi P, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.o   Mr. Sachin Jose, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.o   Dr. Abdulhakeem Alrawahi

Researchers including OMSB trainers and other health professionals should equip themselves with data analysis skills.  As a responsibility of the OMSB to support health professionals in research, the OMSB research section has introduced this Blended course with two main component; an online workshop and a hands-on physical workshop using IBM SPSS Statistics software.Workshop Outlines:Module 1: Fundamentals of BiostatisticsModule 2: Common Epidemiological and Statistical Measures in Health ResearchModule 3: Statistical TestsModule 4: Introduction to Multivariate AnalysisModule 5: Diagnostic Accuracy and Agreement MeasuresObjectives:By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to apply data management, common descriptive, bivariate, and multivariate analysis.Target Audience & registration:OMSB trainers and other healthcare professionals.  However, seats are limited (20 Nos.). Time:This course is conducted twice in a year; preferably in May & November. However, the time may be changed depending on the number of registered participants, and logistics. Exact dates are announced once finalized.Duration:The workshop will be conducted in two parts. The online part can be completed in 4-5 hours during a two-week period. Then, the hands-on part will be conducted over a 1 full-day (8:00 am – 4:00 pm). Course authorso   Dr. Abdulhakeem Alrawahi (MD, MRCS1, MSc, PhD) OMSB.o   Mr. Sathiya Murthi P, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.o   Mr. Sachin Jose, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.Course Instructors:o   Mr. Sathiya Murthi P, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.o   Mr. Sachin Jose, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.

DescriptionData entry is one of the most important aspects of a research process. Data can be entered directly from the data collection tool into an excel sheet or statistical analysis program including SPSS. However, these are highly prone to entry errors. The best practice for entering data is to use data entry and management software which increases the quality of data. There are various software programs available for data entry and management. Epi-Data program is widely used by researchers'  In order to train the researchers, OMSB Research section would like to conduct this hands-on physical workshop using Epi-Data software. Objectives:At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to design customized data entry program for their research projects using Epi-Data software.Target Audience & registration:Mainly OMSB Residents in early residency. OMSB trainers & other Healthcare professionals maybe considered. Please, contact the Research Section for registration (research@omsb.org).Venue: OMSB headquarter Time: Once in every block throughout the year. OMSB residents are enrolled in this physical workshop during their first research block. Others should contact the OMSB Research section at research@omsb.org Duration:Half a day (12 pm - 4 pm)Course Instructors: o   Mr. Sathiya Murthi P, Statistics Specialist, OMSB. o   Mr. Sachin Jose, Statistics Specialist, OMSB.

Description Research training is a fundamental part in post graduate medical education nowadays. However, good quality supervision for resident research is crucial to yield high quality research projects. Therefore, this physical Research Supervision Workshop is important for trainers to increase their skills related to research methods and research supervision, which in turn increases residents’ chance for effective research supervision.Workshop OutlinesThese are shown in the workshop schedule given below General objectives at the end of this workshop, participants will be:- Familiar with the OMSB resident research structure and process - Able to identify needed knowledge and skills as a research supervisor- Able to identify sources of research training and other resources- Able to manage resident research Target Audience:Research subcommittee members and trainers. Also, OMSB senior staff may be considered. Around 22 seats will be available Time: This workshop is expected to be held physically in September-October every year. However, this date may be changed depending on the number of registered participants. Duration: This physical workshop is conducted over 1-full day duration (7:30 am – 2:30 pm)Course Instructors:Dr. AbdulHakeem Al-Rawahi ( MD, MRSC1, MSc,PhD )

DescriptionGaining basic knowledge and skills in manuscript writing is crucial to produce good quality manuscripts for publication. The Research Section would like to conduct this blended course to help the OMSB residents & trainers and other health professionals to turn their research reports into scientific papers that would have good chance for publication in peer reviewed journals. the course includes two parts; an online workshop and a hands-on physical workshop.Online workshop Outline:Module 1: Scientific writingModule 2: Writing the introduction and methods sectionsModule 3: Writing result sectionModule 4: Writing the discussion and conclusion sectionsModule 5: Writing the abstract and titleThe outlines of the physical workshop is similar to the online workshop, however in the physical workshop, participants' own manuscripts are discussed. Target Audience & registration:Mainly OMSB Residents who presented their projects at the last OMSB Annual Research Forum. OMSB trainers & other Healthcare professionals maybe considered. Please, contact the Research Section for registration (research@omsb.org).Time:This course will be held twice a year, usually between March - May. However, the time may be changed depending on the number of registered participants, and logistics. Exact dates are announced once finalized.Duration:The hands-on physical workshop is 1-full day (7:30 am - 4:14 pm) activity. The online workshop will be made open to participants two months prior to the physical workshop (as described above). The online modules are 4-5 hours task and have to be completed in the first two weeks of the course. The manuscript preparation have to be started even prior to the course, and continued across the two months period.At anytime, you are eligible to consult an OMSB research expert for issues related to your manuscript by clicking on "Book one to one consultation".Course Instructor:- Dr. AbdulHakeem AlRawahi, Head of Research Section-OMSB