A survey of the research practice in general medicine departments of Japanese universities: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Few studies have focused on research practice in Japanese university general medicine (GM) departments.

Methods

This is a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study to clarify the research achievement and associated factors of Japanese university GM department. Univariate analysis was performed to compare the number of English-language research publications and explanatory variables.

Results

Forty-seven universities responded. Over a 3 years period, the median number of English-language research publications was 6. Perceived degree of research necessity, staff numbers, collaborative research, conference presentations, and obtaining research grants were significantly associated with a higher number of English-language research publications.

Conclusions

While GM research output was found to be limited, numerous associated factors can potentially change Japanese GM departments' research environments.

SUBMITTER: Tago M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8721328 | biostudies-literature |

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature