EBM

EBM or Evidence-Based Medicine is a medical approach that emphasizes the use of evidence from well-designed and well-conducted research in the decision-making process for patient care. The term was first used in the 1990s and has since become a key aspect of modern medical practice.

Definition[edit | edit source]

Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) is a systematic approach to clinical problem solving which allows the integration of the best available research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values. It is a movement which aims to increase the use of high quality clinical research in clinical decision making.

History[edit | edit source]

The term "Evidence-Based Medicine" was first used in the 1990s by a group of clinicians and researchers at McMaster University. The concept has since spread worldwide and has become a key aspect of modern medical practice.

Principles[edit | edit source]

EBM involves the following key principles:

The use of the best available evidence in making decisions about individual patient care.
The integration of clinical expertise with the best available external clinical evidence from systematic research.
The inclusion of patient values and preferences in decision making.

Criticisms[edit | edit source]

Despite its widespread acceptance, EBM has been criticized for a number of reasons. Some critics argue that it undervalues clinical experience and patient values, while others believe that it overemphasizes the role of research evidence in decision making.

References[edit | edit source]

EBM Resources
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