Possible Goals for the Elective

• Literature search

• Hypothesis development

• Study design

• Working on/completing an existing project

• Meeting mentors, program directors about research interests

 

Tips for a Productive Research Block

• Contact mentors you want to meet now so you can meet with them during your block

• If you need biostatistics help, Harvard Catalyst provides 3-10 hours a year of free help so put in a request nowto schedule a meeting/call during your block https://catalyst.harvard.edu/services/biostatsconsult/

• Research Patient Data Registry (RPDR): centralized clinical data registry from Mass General Brigham and isgreat resource for a study. RPDR tutorial: https://rpdrssl.partners.org/RpdrWorkGroup/tutorial & for additional help (RPDRHelp@partners.org)

• REDCap: great way to store data and is a free resource. To learn more https://rc.partners.org/kb/article/2723

• Limited funds are available for residents for research and can be used for statistical or meta-analysis software or reference management. If you need these tools for your research consider ordering now and placing a reimbursement request. Funding application form

 

Research Elective Requirements

In addition to working with a mentor and independently, there are several requirements during this rotation.

Complete the Research Elective Form:  Research Elective Form  

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Poster Template here

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Contacts For Research Elective

Kathleen Corey, M.D. – APD for Clinical and Translations Research/Research Elective Director

Paula Prout – Admin for Clinical and Translations Research, MGH DOM Residency Program

 

Please feel free to contact Dr. Corey at Kathleen.corey@mgh.harvard.edu with any questions or concerns before, after or during your block!