Development of a research advisory center in China:Taking the evidence-based research advisory center in Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University as an example
Objective To explore the operation method and practical effect of an evidence-based research advi-sory center on the research conducted in a hospital.Methods In February 2023,an evidence-based research advisory center was set up in the Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University,which consisted of a team of evidence-based medicine experts and guideline methodologists.The center was aimed at helping solve problems related to clinical research design,formulation and interpretation of guidelines and consensus statements,and preparation and interpretation of systematic reviews and meta-analyses faced with the staff.Results As of December 2023,the evidence-based research advisory center had carried out a total of 14 research consultations,providing evidence-based methodological guidance to 28 staff members from 17 departments of the hospital.Conclusion The establishment of an evidence-based research advisory center can promote the diversity of perspectives contributing to research conducted in hospitals in China.By providing valuable evidence-based methodological support,such centers can improve the quality of research in this respect.
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