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A model for epidemiologic research.

T C Doege, H M Gelfand

    JAMA
    |January 23, 1978
    PubMed
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    This study introduces a three-dimensional model for epidemiologic research, emphasizing time, place, and strategy. Understanding these core elements is crucial for advancing disease treatment and health sciences education.

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    Area of Science:

    • Epidemiology
    • Health Sciences Education

    Background:

    • Health sciences students require foundational knowledge of epidemiologic methods.
    • Epidemiologic research drives advances in disease treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • Define the research process in epidemiology.
    • Introduce a three-dimensional model for epidemiologic research.
    • Illustrate research strategies and time frames.

    Main Methods:

    • Defined the research process.
    • Described a three-dimensional model (time, place, strategy).
    • Illustrated descriptive, analytic, and experimental strategies with retrospective, concurrent, and prospective time frames.

    Main Results:

    • The three-dimensional model integrates time, place, and strategy.

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  • Field investigations demonstrated the application of different strategies and time frames.
  • Common features in epidemiologic studies were identified, particularly concerning strategy and time.

    • Conclusions:

    • Epidemiologic studies share common features related to strategy and time, regardless of location.
    • The described model provides a framework for understanding epidemiologic research fundamentals.
    • This knowledge is essential for health sciences students to contribute to disease treatment advancements.