Practical introduction to writing reviews in health research
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Dell Horey, La Trobe University
Fernanda Nava Buenfil, La Trobe University
Joanne Marcucci, La Trobe University
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Last Update: 2025
Publisher: Council of Australian University Librarians
Language: English
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Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Writing reviews in health research
- Why review health research?
- Different types of reviews
- Getting started
- Planning a review
- What should reviews look like?
- Methods
- Data extraction
- Interpreting the findings
- What can go wrong?
- Reviews at a glance
About the Book
This book is a practical guide to writing about health research, which includes elementary reviews of the research literature and simple research reports. The goal is to teach you how to write about research clearly and with confidence.
About the Contributors
Authors
Associate Professor Dell Horey has qualifications in science and epidemiology and a strong background in consumer participation. Dell was a journal editor for nearly two decades and is the author of more than 65 peer-reviewed papers including several different types of reviews. The primary focus of Dell’s research has been to understand and develop support for difficult health decisions, where evidence is frequently lacking. The importance of social aspects of clinical procedures and the relevance of public health approaches that includes choice and informed decision-making are underlying themes in her work.
Dr Fernanda Nava Buenfil was born in Mexico City, where she trained as a nutrition scientist and worked in public health. She migrated to Australia in 2006. Fernanda’s educational research aims are to develop supportive teaching and learning environments. In 2022 her work was recognised by the Council of Academic Public Health Institutions Australasia (CAPHIA), and she was granted the Scholarship-Informed Teaching and Learning Award. In 2023 she achieved the status of Senior Fellow (SFHEA) with the internationally acclaimed UK-based Advance HE which developed a Professional Standards Framework for teaching and learning support in higher education. One area of focus for Fernanda has been developing international collaborations that allow students and academics from different countries to work together to develop their cultural competencies.
Dr Joanne Marcucci has taught in the School of Psychology and Public Health at La Trobe University for more than a decade. Joanne’s PhD focused on breast cancer awareness campaigns. Joanne’s teaching has been recognised with a Vice Chancellor’s Teaching Award for her student-centred approach. Joanne’s research interests in public health have a particular focus on qualitative research methods. She is dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments that promote engagement and provide students with the support and opportunities they need to succeed.