Selecting (or joining) a research project

Where to start? 

Start by meeting with your Research Director:

Dr. Nick Smith, Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. David Pace, General Surgery

Ask important questions (for example):

• Is topic relevant?
• Is topic too vast or should I narrow it down?
• How involve will I get with this topic?
• Is there enough material available on this topic?

Planning

• What support is available for this project?
• Can you use online material?

Doing the work

• Does the research involve the public input?

Data Analysis

• What is research outcome?
• Do you achieve what you set out to do?

Extra: the program is involved in many trials, both multi-centered and in-house. There is a dedicated research nurse to assist with multiple aspects of your research project. A learner may also complete a Masters in Clinical Epidemiology while at Memorial. Allowances can be made to help facilitate a student in completing this program during their fifth year residency.