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| Year : 2020 | Volume
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| Issue : 8 | Page : 4053-4061 |
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Motivators and barriers to research among doctors in the Indian medical scenario: A cross-sectional study from Karnataka, India
Sanjana Chetana Shanmukhappa1, Rahul R Abraham1, Vinyas Shraffi Venkatesh2, Rithika R Abraham3
1 Visiting Research Scholar, AFPI National Center for Primary Care Research and Policy, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
2 Medical Student, Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
3 Medical Student, Father Muller Medical College, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India
Correspondence Address:
Dr. Sanjana Chetana Shanmukhappa
101, 1st Main, SBM Colony, Anandanagar, Bengaluru - 560 024, Karnataka
India
 Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None  | Check |
DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_369_20
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Background: The fundamental principles of healthcare practices and policies are derived from good quality research. Doctors collectively are a source of vast sums of invaluable information. This information if effectively utilized can improve and strengthen the healthcare system. Our study provides a comprehensive overview of the ecosystem of an Indian medical researcher. Objectives: To understand (1) the obstacles faced by medical professionals (2) the challenges encountered at various steps (3) the gaps in research knowledge and (4) the means to rectify them. Method: Doctors from medical schools, hospitals, and in private practices were approached. Data were collected through online and physical questionnaire. Data were analyzed and studied. Results: The total number of participants in this study is 212. Case reports (51.9%) and case-control studies (51.14%) are the most frequently conducted types of research. Lack of access to research journals (43.9%) and absence of proper guidance or mentorship (37.39%) are the commonly faced challenges among individuals who have pursued research, whereas busy schedule is the top-cited reason for not pursuing research (34.24%) and discontinuing research (57.4%). Coordinating time schedule with mentees is a challenge for mentors (49.2%). Doctors also face the greatest difficulty (48.12%) and delay (47.4%) in the publication process. On the other hand, personal interest (60.15%) and job requirement (46.61%) are the top facilitators for research. A small percentage has or knows someone that has plagiarized (21.32%) or falsified data (33.49%). Most of the doctors agree that research experience should be a mandatory part of undergrad training (81.6%). Conclusion: We believe interest, impact and importance of research can be the best developed and emphasized in the training years. Institutional support, adequate mentorship and an uplifting research environment can go a long way in motivating the doctors and tackling the challenges they face.
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