This session provides a focused overview of research methods in addiction medicine, including study design, hypothesis development, and data analysis, aligned with the ACAAM National Addiction Medicine Didactic Curriculum and ABPM content areas.
What This Covers• Key research methodologies, including cross-sectional, cohort, case-control, and randomized trial designs• Strengths, limitations, and appropriate applications of different study designs• Common sources of bias, including confounding, selection bias, and information bias• Strategies to identify and mitigate bias in research• Critical interpretation of research findings and application to clinical practice
How This Resource Is UsedThis session is designed for on-demand learning and targeted content review. It can be used to reinforce specific knowledge areas or as part of structured board preparation.
Ryan Cook, PhD MSPH
Dr. Cook is an epidemiologist in the Section of Addiction Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. He contributes to addiction medicine education through teaching and mentorship within academic and research training programs. His work focuses on study design, data analysis, and the application of epidemiologic methods to improve understanding of substance use disorders and support evidence‑based clinical practice.
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Access PeriodAccess to this recording is available through June 30, 2027, in alignment with ACAAM’s annual academic cycle.
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