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Epidemiology: Principles and Practical Guidelines

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  • © 2013

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Editors:
  1. Jan Van den Broeck

    1. Centre for International Health, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway

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  2. Jonathan R Brestoff

    1. Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA

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  • lllumination of each step of the research process demystifies practical aspects of producing scientific evidence
  • A step-by-step approach allows readers to develop, implement, interpret, and report epidemiological research
  • Integration of theory, practice, and ethics prepares readers to become conscientious researchers
  • Discussions of contemporary approaches and topics alongside emerging paradigm shifts situates readers at the forefront of epidemiological research

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Table of contents (32 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xviii
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  2. Introduction

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
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    2. Definition and Scope of Epidemiology

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff, Matthew Baum
      Pages 3-18

    3. Basic Concepts in Epidemiology

      • Lars Thore Fadnes, Victoria Nankabirwa, Jonathan R. Brestoff, Jan Van den Broeck
      Pages 19-36

    4. Roots and Future of Epidemiology

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff
      Pages 37-58

  3. Study Design

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 59-59
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    2. General Study Objectives

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Meera Chhagan
      Pages 61-81

    3. The Specific Aims

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff, Meera Chhagan
      Pages 83-99

    4. General Study Designs

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff, Meera Chhagan
      Pages 101-135

    5. Study Size Planning

      • Jonathan R. Brestoff, Jan Van den Broeck
      Pages 137-155

    6. Funding and Stakeholder Involvement

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff
      Pages 157-169

    7. The Recruitment, Sampling, and Enrollment Plan

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Ingvild Fossgard Sandøy, Jonathan R. Brestoff
      Pages 171-196

    8. The Measurement Plan

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff, Ari Friedman, Nora Becker, Michael C. Hoaglin, Bjarne Robberstad
      Pages 197-240

    9. The Quality Assurance and Control Plan

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff
      Pages 241-260

    10. The Data Management Plan

      • Meera Chhagan, Shuaib Kauchali, Jan Van den Broeck
      Pages 261-279

    11. The Analysis Plan

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff
      Pages 281-295

    12. Ethics Support

      • Emma A. Meagher, Tracy S. Ziolek, Jan Van den Broeck
      Pages 297-310

  4. Study Conduct

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 311-311
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    2. Training and Study Preparations

      • Jan Van den Broeck, Shuaib Kauchali, Jonathan R. Brestoff, Meera Chhagan
      Pages 313-328

    3. Managing the Informed Consent Process

      • Douladel Willie, Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R. Brestoff, Ingvild Fossgard Sandøy
      Pages 329-344
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About this book

This textbook presents epidemiology in a practical manner, contextualized with discussions of theory and ethics, so that students and professionals from all academic backgrounds may develop a deep appreciation for how to conduct and interpret epidemiological research. Readers will develop skills to: -Search for and appraise literature critically, -Develop important research questions, -Design and implement studies to address those questions, -Perform and interpret fundamental statistical estimations and tests, -Consider the ethical implications of all stages of research, -Report findings in publications, and -Advocate for change in the public health setting. Epidemiology is and will remain a discipline in motion, and this textbook aims at reflecting this dynamism and keeping pace with its momentum. This textbook is not only a classroom tool with high utility but also an essential reference and guide for those engaging in research involving human subjects.

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“This book follows the logical stages of a research project while introducing the major epidemiological concepts and practices. … For students and practitioners such as field epidemiologists, this book is very important. … it is most appropriate for epidemiology students working on their dissertations or researchers (MD, resident) who want to start a research project. … This is a very interesting book because of its practical nature and thoroughness for field epidemiologists. It is an excellent addition to epidemiology advanced courses … for PhD students.” (Ousmane Diallo, Doody’s Book Reviews, July, 2013)

Editors and Affiliations

  • Centre for International Health, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway

    Jan Van den Broeck

  • Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA

    Jonathan R Brestoff

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