By

• David L. Streiner, PhD, Senior Scientist, Kunin-Lunenfeld Applied Research Unit, Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care, Professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario
• Geoffrey R. Norman, PhD, Canada Research Chair in Cognitive Dimensions of Clinical Expertise, Professor of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Assistant Dean, Programme for Educational Research and Development, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario,

PDQ Epidemiology will help to fill the considerable gap between the exact findings of the laboratory and the uncertain world of clinical medicine. By translating the terminology of epidemiology into easy-to-understand language, the underlying scientific methods begin to emerge and make sense. The third edition reflects the maturation of the field, which now encompasses much more than the “randomized, controlled trial.” New sections explain techniques that have been introduced into the field since the previous edition, the section on RCT has been expanded, and updated examples have been incorporated. The section on measurement has also been brought into line with newer thinking on reliability and validity.

Featuring unique examples titled Circular Reasoning and Anti-intellectual

Pomposity Detectors  (CRAP Detectors), the text helps the reader identify

studies with basic flaws in design or reasoning.

Key Features

• Complete coverage of all important concepts
• Easy-to-read, easy-to-grasp terms and concepts
• Perfect for board review