The work and research of a single non-academic family physician

Author: Holden, John

Source: Family Practice, Volume 26, Number 1, 14 February 2009 , pp. 75-78(4)

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Abstract:

This review of my own work over 30 years aims to help others decide whether they should and could pursue an interest in research in primary care. Lessons from failure are considered as well as how to be opportunistic in research. I suggest audit is a good place to start research as it requires several of the same disciplines. The difficult issue of working successfully with others is addressed along with a publication strategy. I illustrate some of the advantages and disadvantages of undertaking research from general practice. Finally, I discuss how personal research can lead to a higher degree.

Keywords: Research; audit; general/family practice; research methods; higher degrees

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/fampra/cmn090

Publication date: 2009-02-14

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Family Practice is an international journal aimed at practitioners, teachers and researchers in the fields of family medicine, general practice and primary care in both developed and developing countries.