About this research guide
This guide is intended to support your research with high-quality information sources and search tips. If you need help, your subject librarian can meet with you to help refine your search terms, advise on appropriate databases, discuss how to manage your search results, and consult on review methods.
You can book an online appointment or contact ursula.ellis@ubc.ca for help.
If you're doing a systematic, scoping or rapid review, learn more about our Knowledge Synthesis Service.
Workshops are regularly offered on a wide range of topics, including literature reviews and systematic reviews.
Featured Resources
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Lean Library browser extensionInstall to get easier, faster access to full text articles and ebooks.
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Sage Research Methods: Medicine and HealthVideos, books and other resources providing guidance on doing research in health.
Critical Appraisal Resources
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Quality Assessment and Risk of Bias Tool RepositoryA resource for finding and selecting a risk of bias or quality assessment tool for evidence synthesis projects. This project was created and is maintained by Duke University's Medical Center Library & Archives.
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JAMAevidence
JAMAevidence helps decision makers identify the best available evidence by providing guides to the systematic consideration of the validity, importance, and applicability of claims about the assessment of health problems and the outcomes of health care. Includes classic textbooks, calculators, critical appraisal forms, and other tools.
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