Clinical Data Science: Comparative Effectiveness Research I

CI 722 Subject & Catalog Number

Description

This course introduces causal interference methodology for settings in which randomized trials are not available. The course focuses on the use of epidemiologic studies, electronic health records and other sources of observational data for comparative effectiveness and safety research. These methods are described through seamless integration of materials usually taught separately in epidemiology and biostatistics courses. The course introduces frameworks for causal inference, methods for confounding adjustment along with an emphasis on formulating well-defined questions in clinical research. The course also introduces the students to the basics of reproducible research and data management. 

The course emphasizes critical thinking and practical applications. This is the first core course in the Comparative Effectiveness track of the MMSc in Clinical Investigation. It is followed by the 2-part course Clinical Data Science: Comparative Effectiveness Research II.