Research training for medical students on public health issues in Quebec
Cohort as Part of Undergraduate Medical Studies at the University of Sherbrooke
This study is testing how well third-year medical students can learn about public health by conducting phone interviews with people diagnosed with COVID-19 in Quebec.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 6000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Université de Sherbrooke Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sherbrooke, Quebec) |
| Trial ID | NCT03928509 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to enhance the research training of undergraduate medical students at the University of Sherbrooke while addressing public health issues in Quebec. The study involves a population-based prospective approach, where third-year medical students conduct telephone interviews to gather data on the prevalence and distribution of public health concerns. Research themes are selected annually by an internal scientific committee and incorporated into the questionnaires administered by the students. The study focuses on individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 between November 2020 and May 2021.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who were diagnosed with COVID-19 during the specified timeframe and reside in Quebec.
Not a fit: Patients who are unfit adults or were not diagnosed with COVID-19 during the specified period may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this project could improve understanding of public health issues and inform better health service planning in Quebec.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is observational and may not have direct precedents, similar studies have successfully utilized student involvement in public health research.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion criteria: * Participants will have been diagnosed with covid-19 between November 2020 and May 2021; * Place of residence: province of Quebec. Exclusion criteria : \- Unfit adults.
Where this trial is running
Sherbrooke, Quebec
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke, departement de médecine — Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Paul Farand, MD MSc — Université de Sherbrooke
- Study coordinator: Monica Sean, MSc
- Email: monica.sean@usherbrooke.ca
- Phone: 819-346-1110
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.