• Title of article

    Why should I do research? Is it a waste of time?

  • Author/Authors

    Dellis, Athanasios University of Athens - Aretaieion Hospital - 2nd Department of Surgery, Greece , Skolarikos, Andreas University of Athens - Sismanogleion Hospital - 2nd Department of Urology, Greece , Papatsoris, Athanasios G. University of Athens - Sismanogleion Hospital - 2nd Department of Urology, Greece

  • From page
    68
  • To page
    70
  • Abstract
    Objectives: To answer the questions ‘Why should I do research? Is it a waste of time?’ and present relevant issues. Methods: Medline was used to identify relevant articles published from 2000 to2013, using the following keywords ‘medicine’, ‘research’, ‘purpose’, ‘study’, ‘trial’, ‘urology’.Results: Research is the most important activity to achieve scientific progress. Although it is an easy process on a theoretical basis, practically it is a laborious process, and full commitment and dedication are of paramount importance. Currently, given that the financial crisis has a key influence in daily practice, the need to stress the real purpose of research is crucial. Conclusion: Research is necessary and not a waste of time. Efforts to improving medical knowledge should be continuous.
  • Keywords
    Research , Study , Trial , Purpose , Urology
  • Journal title
    AJU - Arab Journal of Urology
  • Journal title
    AJU - Arab Journal of Urology
  • Record number

    2544719