Cynthia Mulrow
Cynthia Mulrow is an American physician and academic known for her contributions to evidence-based medicine and systematic reviews. She has held various prestigious positions in the field of medicine and has been influential in advancing medical research and practice.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Cynthia Mulrow was born in San Antonio, Texas. She completed her undergraduate education at Harvard University, where she earned a degree in biochemistry. She then attended the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio for her medical degree. Following her graduation, she completed her residency in internal medicine at the same institution.
Career[edit | edit source]
Mulrow has had a distinguished career in both clinical practice and academic medicine. She has served as a professor of medicine at several institutions, including the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and the University of Iowa. Her work has primarily focused on evidence-based medicine, a field in which she has published extensively.
Contributions to Evidence-Based Medicine[edit | edit source]
Cynthia Mulrow is renowned for her work in systematic reviews and meta-analyses. She has authored numerous articles and book chapters on these topics, helping to shape the methodology and application of evidence-based practices in clinical settings. Her research has been pivotal in improving the quality and reliability of medical literature.
Editorial Roles[edit | edit source]
Mulrow has held several editorial positions in prominent medical journals. She served as the editor of the Annals of Internal Medicine, one of the most respected journals in the field. Under her leadership, the journal emphasized the importance of rigorous research and the application of evidence-based practices.
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Throughout her career, Cynthia Mulrow has received numerous awards and honors. She has been recognized by various medical societies for her contributions to internal medicine and evidence-based medicine. Some of her notable awards include the John M. Eisenberg Award for Career Achievement in Research from the Society of General Internal Medicine.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Cynthia Mulrow is married and has two children. She continues to be active in the medical community, contributing to research, teaching, and clinical practice.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Evidence-based medicine
- Systematic review
- Meta-analysis
- Internal medicine
- Annals of Internal Medicine
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