Description
The process of developing a comprehensive research project, writing and funding a grant application involves specific skills. These skills are frequently not taught during residency training but have become increasingly important in academic medicine. That is where having strong mentors, good understanding of research methodology, and knowledge of institutional, national and international resources and requirements can help guide you.
Target Audience:
Spine surgeons (orthopaedic and neurological surgeons), residents, fellows, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants.
Learning Objectives:
- Develop sound, fundable research methodology
- Build the appropriate infrastructure to help create a sustainable project and how to negotiate for what you need from hospital executives
- Develop an appropriate budget, find and access research funding
- Develop intellectual property and the perils and pitfalls of developing a patent