This course will explore the role of epidemiologic methods in medical research and the role of such research in supporting the knowledge-based practice of clinical and community medicine.
The content of the course will follow the writings of Professor Miettinen, as presented in his recent texts. Students will be introduced to the role of epidemiologic methods in medical research for supporting the knowledge-based practice of medicine at both the clinical and community levels.
Sessions will focus on diagnostic, etiognostic and prognostic research, with a stress on the distinction between object design and methods design.
Time and Location:
Term 1
Monday, 1:00 – 4:00pm
B139, SPPH
Dr. K.S. Joseph
Professor KS Joseph
Dr. Joseph received his MBBS and MD degrees from Christian Medical College, Vellore, India, and a PhD in epidemiology from McGill University, Montreal. His research interests include pregnancy complications, preterm birth, fetal growth, perinatal and infant mortality and serious neonatal morbidity.