Start your online epidemiology and biostatistics course
taught by Global Health Epidemiologist Raywat Deonandan, PhD
Epidemiology and biostatistics are at the core of evidence-based medicine, allowing us to draw almost definitive conclusions on the most effective and least damaging interventions available. However, the application of mathematical concepts is challenging for many medical students.
This course covers all essential principles of epidemiology and biostatistics for medical students: understand and calculate incidence, prevalence, and risk factors, and grasp the fundamentals of statistical methods, measures, data and the validity and reliability of tests. With practical exercises and structured explanations, Dr. Deonandan will teach you the skills to analyze, interpret, and communicate complex medical data that will guide clinical and ethical decisions in your healthcare career. He will also touch on types of studies and questions regarding research ethics.
The combination of Video Lessons with interactive quiz questions, downloadable study materials, and a USMLE-style Qbank makes it easy to understand and retain the topics. By the end of this course, you will have gained a routine in statistical calculations and have a solid grasp of epidemiological concepts, preparing you for your exams and to apply this knowledge to your future medical practice.
