It is well understood that research is a core part of Emergency Medicine (EM) training and the continuous professional development (CPD) of all doctors. Through a solid grounding in research, EM doctors can both contribute to, and remain up to date with, evidence-based practice 1 . Research involvement during training is likely to promote future research engagement as consultants, and professional medical bodies view research as an important component of maintaining professional competence 2 . However, time constraints, a lack of expertise in research methods and constant movement of trainees between sites can make it difficult to undertake high quality research during training 1, 3 . Additionally, if research is undertaken in single centres, it can result in studies with limited patient numbers, lack of generalisability and the introduction of biases 1, 4 . In Ireland, it is generally accepted that most specialities require a higher degree or certainly evidence of involvement and experience in research projects to progress into advanced specialty training. For some however, it may be perceived as a means to an end, with some not truly benefitting from it, or maintaining an active meaningful research interest into their consultant career 1 .
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