Evidence Based Medicine
This page provides information on locating and evaluating literature used to support evidence based practice.
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EBM Resources: Meta-Analyses & Systematic Reviews
- Cochrane library This link opens in a new windowThe Cochrane Library is mainly comprised of meta-analyses and systematic reviews designed to inform healthcare decision-making.
- MEDLINE (PubMed) This link opens in a new windowUse the 'Article Type' filters in PubMed to limit your search to meta-analyses and systematic reviews.
EBM Resources: Clinical Practice Guidelines
- ECRI Guidelines TrustClinical practice guidelines repository, searchable by keyword.
- DynaMedex This link opens in a new windowSearch on the topic in DynaMedex and then look for the 'Guidelines & Resources' link on the side menu and select 'Guidelines'.
Other EBM Resources
- ACP Journal ClubThe ACP Journal Club summarizes the best new evidence for internal medicine from over 120 clinical journals.
- NatMed Pro (formerly Natural Medicines) This link opens in a new windowEvidence-based information about complementary and alternative therapies. Validated rating scales are used to evaluate the quality of available evidence. Monographs undergo blinded editorial and peer review prior to inclusion.
- TRIP This link opens in a new windowClinical search engine designed to allow users to quickly and easily find and use high-quality research evidence to support their practice and/or care. Also contains other content types including images, videos, patient information leaflets, educational courses and news.