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ArticleBMC medical education2025

Research needs, barriers, and related factors among resident physicians: a multicenter survey in Southern China.

Pingting Yang, Lei Yan, Yanhong Jang, Hui Chen, Wenzheng Peng, Bo Wu, Qian Su, Qingnan He

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Pingting YangHealth Management Medical Center, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
Lei YanDepartment of General Practice, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
Yanhong JangPost graduation Medical Education Office, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
Hui ChenDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
Wenzheng PengDepartment of General Practice, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
Bo WuDepartment of Orthopedics, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
Qian SuDepartment of General Practice, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
Qingnan HeDepartment of Pediatrics, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Hunan, Hunan, China. heqn2629@163.com.

Funding

Chinese Cardiovascular Association-ASCVD Fund 2023-CCA-ASCVD-018Hunan Medical Scientific Research Project W20243020Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province 2025JJ50449Project of State Key Clinical Department Z2023058
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Abstract

backgroundIntegrating research training into residency programs can help resident physicians gain insights into cutting-edge treatment options and technologies, effectively improving patient outcomes.

methodsResidents from several hospitals affiliated with leading medical universities in a province in southern China were surveyed using online questionnaires about their current research status, attitudes toward research activities, and barriers they face.

resultsOf the total 546 resident physicians surveyed, 103 (18.86%) had prior experience participating in research projects, and 82 (15.02%) had published articles. The average (mean ± SD) scores for "research knowledge" and "total research attitude" were 3.25 ± 2.16 and 43.13 ± 7.42, respectively. These reflect a moderate level of research knowledge and a high level of positive attitudes toward the usefulness of research. Multivariate analysis revealed that factors including gender, types of resident physician (clinical professional masters, commissioned resident physician, socialized residents), highest degree, preferred hospital for post-training employment, and prior participation in research were associated with both research knowledge scores and research attitudes. The average "total score for research barriers" was 46.56 ± 10.21. The four highest-rated barriers were "lack of time to do research because of clinical tasks," "lack of good research ideas," "insufficient research skills," and "lack of familiarity with research studies/statistical analysis."

conclusionDespite their positive attitudes toward research, the resident physicians in this study faced challenges such as lack of time, guidance, and skills in research practice. Therefore, ensuring dedicated research time and providing training opportunities can help reduce the barriers faced by resident physicians. Stratified training based on competence and needs can better enhance their productivity under resource-limited conditions.

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Attitude of Health PersonnelBiomedical ResearchInternship and ResidencyPhysiciansAdultChinaFemaleHumansMaleSurveys and QuestionnairesAttitudesBarriersMedical researchResearch knowledgeResident physicians

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