Clinical Epidemiology

  • 4.8
Approx. 13 hours to complete

Course Summary

Learn about the basic principles and methods of clinical epidemiology and apply them to your research, practice, and policy-making.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the concepts and principles of clinical epidemiology
  • Learn the methods of clinical epidemiology
  • Apply clinical epidemiology to research, practice, and policy-making

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand and apply the principles of clinical epidemiology
  • Design and conduct clinical research studies
  • Analyze and interpret clinical research data

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic understanding of research methods
  • Familiarity with statistical concepts and methods

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes and assignments
  • Discussion forums

Similar Courses

  • Applied Epidemiology
  • Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

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Notable People in This Field

  • Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
  • Chief Medical Correspondent, CNN

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Description

Evidence forms the basis of modern medicine. Clinical research provides us with this evidence, guiding health professionals towards solutions to problems that they face in daily practice. Transferring existing problems in medical practice to a research setting is a challenging process that requires careful consideration. The practice of clinical epidemiology aims to address this through the application of established approaches for research in human populations, while at all times focussing on the problem at hand from a clinical perspective.

Outline

  • About the course
  • Welcome to the Course!
  • Course Syllabus
  • Book: 'Clinical Epidemiology: Principles, Methods, and Applications for Clinical Research'
  • Short Survey
  • Introduction to Epidemiology
  • An Introduction
  • Core Concepts
  • Defining Your Research
  • A Multi-Level Research Problem
  • Introduction to Epidemiology
  • Diagnostic Research
  • An Introduction to Diagnostic Research
  • Core Concepts in Diagnostic Research
  • Designing a Diagnostic Study
  • Case Study: A Diagnostic Rule for Deep Vein Thrombosis in Primary Care
  • Diagnostic Research
  • Prognostic Research
  • An Introduction to Prognostic Research
  • Designing a Prognostic Study
  • Developing and Validating a Prediction Rule
  • Case Study: Developing a Prediction Rule for 10-year Cardiovascular Disease Risk
  • Feedback
  • Examples of a Prognostic Study
  • Study Design of Data Collection
  • Prognostic Research
  • Intervention Research
  • An Introduction to Intervention Research
  • Intended Effects
  • Unintended Effects
  • Case Study: Pneumococcal Vaccination in Adults
  • Preparing the Debate
  • Intervention Research
  • The Online Debate
  • Join our challenge: help us reach Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 on child health
  • Exam and Conclusion
  • Final Survey
  • Credits
  • Clinical Epidemiology

Summary of User Reviews

Clinical Epidemiology course on Coursera has received positive reviews from users. It is highly recommended for those interested in gaining knowledge in the field of epidemiology. The course is well-structured and engaging, with a variety of learning materials available to students.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The instructors are knowledgeable and provide clear explanations of the course material.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Course is well-structured and easy to follow
  • Instructors are knowledgeable and provide clear explanations
  • Variety of learning materials available
  • Flexible schedule allows for self-paced learning

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course to be too basic
  • Course may not be suitable for those with no prior knowledge of epidemiology
  • Limited interaction with instructors
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Approx. 13 hours to complete
Diederick E. Grobbee, Arno W. Hoes
Utrecht University
Coursera

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Diederick E. Grobbee

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