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METHODS
METHODS
Additional preparation for undertaking clinical research in dermatologic surgery includes refining skills in areas such as study design and biostatistics. Gathering data may be time consuming, but how that data are analyzed is of paramount importance in obtaining a meaningful assessment of the outcome in question. Although it is important to be familiar with basic aspects of statistics, the utility of collaborating with a statistician or quantitative analysis, even at formative stages of the research process, cannot be understated. Statisticians are experts at determining the important aspects of the research plan, such as appropriate sample size, and open discussions of project methodology allow for feedback from a statistician in addition to suitable analysis of data. Garnering a knowledge base in these disciplines will aid the clinical researcher in facilitating collaboration with statisticians within a research team. There are numerous online resources available to help bolster knowledge of basic quantitative methods, such as the free online course offered by Harvard Universityโs edX program entitled โHealth in Numbers: Quantitative Methods in Clinical & Public Health Researchโ (https://www.edx.org/course/health-numbers-quantitative-methods-harvardx-ph207x). In addition, many institutions offer intensive short courses in biostatistics for fellows and physicians.15 Particular institutions may offer grant preparatory courses and offer feedback in a structured setting.