Twelve tips for medical students to conduct a systematic review

Abstract

Background: Medical students engaged in research develop general skills that are instrumental to clinical practice. The systematic review, a cornerstone of evidence-based medicine, represents an ideal starting point for student researchers.Aim and methods: To outline twelve tips on conducting a systematic review for medical students with limited research experience.Results: The tips in this article are practical, comprehensive, and informed by the authors experience as medical students.Conclusion: The twelve tips can help medical students contribute to the literature and build a valuable skillset for future research and clinical practice.

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