Navigating the Literature in 2022 (BJJ): Tools To Save You Time

Description

In this presentation, Andrew Duckworth discusses the concept of knowledge translation in the field of orthopedic surgery, highlighting the importance of making research accessible to practitioners. He starts by appreciating the work of his colleague Ian Murray and outlines initiatives from the British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) aimed at condensing vast amounts of research into easily digestible formats such as podcasts, infographics, and animations. Duckworth emphasizes the value of podcasts, specifically in providing short summaries that highlight key findings and limitations of academic papers, boosting their reach through social media.



He introduces two innovative tools: BJ360, which aggregates important journal content by specialty area, and the OrthoSearch and OrthoMedia platforms developed by Bone & Joint Publishing. OrthoSearch aims to provide orthopedic-specific searches, resolving common limitations in general databases like PubMed, while OrthoMedia serves as a multimedia repository for lectures, conference talks, and educational content relevant to orthopedic professionals. The presentation stresses the need for community feedback to enhance these tools further, ultimately enhancing patient care through effective information dissemination.

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