Residents and research: a three year experience.

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Family Medicine Research

Background:

• The University of Western Ontario's Department of Family Medicine has a long-standing commitment to resident research.
• Original studies have been a component of resident training since 1973.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a structured, eight-step approach for family medicine residents undertaking original research.
• To provide examples of appropriate resident research topics and methodologies.

Main Methods:

• Formulation of a detailed, eight-step procedural guide for resident research projects.
• Compilation and presentation of abstracts from 14 completed resident studies.

Main Results:

• The eight-step approach provides a clear framework for resident research initiation and completion.
• The 14 example abstracts showcase diverse and suitable research endeavors for residents.

Conclusions:

• The structured approach effectively supports family medicine residents in conducting original research.
• The presented examples serve as valuable models for future resident scholarly work.