Knowledge, Attitudes, and Barriers Toward Research Among Medical Students: A Cross-sectional Study in Turkey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Scientific research is essential in medicine to practice evidence-based medicine and improve healthcare quality. Research experience enables students to hone their skills in thinking critically, understanding data, and evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of scientific articles.

Objective

This study aims to determine knowledge, attitudes, and barriers toward research and assess research participation experience among medical students in Turkey.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study among medical students in Turkey. Data was collected using an online self-administered questionnaire.

Results

A total of 487 students, 65.1% female, completed the questionnaire. The majority of students (78.9%) showed a poor level of knowledge regarding research,

SUBMITTER: Mokresh ME 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11055826 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature