Rheum4Science: Randomized Controlled Trials
Activity Overview
The creation of the Rheum4Science program grew out of the conviction that teaching science is important for rheumatologists in training and that adult learners benefit from a variety of resources and formats. Rheum4Science interactive modules teach the underlying immunology and clinical research methodology necessary for the knowledgeable practice of rheumatology.
Randomized controlled trials (RCT) are an integral part of assessing efficacy. Learn when an RCT research study design is appropriate, whether to trust the results, and how to interpret the results.
Rheum4Science Series
This activity is part of a series. See the other activities in the series below.
Rheum4Science – Immunology
- Rheum4Science: Overview of Innate Immunity
- Rheum4Science: Toll-Like Receptors
- Rheum4Science: The NLRP3 Inflammasome
- Rheum4Science: Complement Pathways
- Rheum4Science: Fundamental Principles of B Cell Immunobiology
- Rheum4Science: T Cells - What Every Rheumatologist Needs to Know
- Rheum4Science: Neutrophils
Rheum4Science – Immunopathogenesis of Rheumatic Disease
Rheum4Science – Clinical Research Methodology
- Rheum4Science: Data & Distribution
- Rheum4Science: Cohort Studies
- Rheum4Science: Randomized Controlled Trials
Registration is complimentary.
Target Audience
Rheumatology fellows in training. This activity may also be of interest to medical students, residents, practicing rheumatologists, and other rheumatology health care providers interested in strengthening their understanding of basic scientific principles and clinical research methodology relevant to the field of rheumatology.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Recognize scenarios in which a randomized controlled trial (RCT) would be appropriate
- Determine whether to trust the results of an RCT (assessment of internal validity)
- Accurately interpret the results of an RCT
- Determine whether it is appropriate to apply the results of a study to a patient (assessment of external validity)
CE & MOC Information
This activity is not eligible for CME/MOC.
Acknowledgement of Commercial Support
No commercial support was provided for this activity.