Abstract :
In 2013, the first issue of Faculty Seminars in Medical Principles and Practice emphasized research and its dissemination in an academic institution. This second issue emphasizes the implementation of research findings as a fundamental challenge for health-care systems to be able to optimize care, outcomes and costs. Medicine has a long tradition of both basic and clinical research. However, until recently, the process by which research results were incorporated into medical decisions was lengthy and highly subjective. With the emergence of evidence-based practice, the application of scientific methods to decisionmaking in health care is being based on the conscientious, explicit and judicious use of current best evidence. The organization of this within each medical teaching unit is challenging, but nevertheless essential. If health-care professionals are to be empowered to adopt an evidencebased approach in both the planning and delivery of care, then research awareness is crucial. The systematic review of published research studies is the main method used for evaluating particular treatments.
