Language
English
Publication Date
5-12-2025
Journal
Medical Teacher
DOI
10.1080/0142159X.2025.2504114
PMID
40353848
Abstract
As reviews become increasingly central to informing educational practice and guiding research in health professions education, the need for methodological clarity and quality has grown. This Commentary highlights three foundational principles - alignment, rigor, and transparency - that underpin high-quality reviews, regardless of type. We illustrate how these principles apply across commonly used review types, including systematic, scoping, realist, and narrative reviews. By aligning the research question with the appropriate review methodology, employing rigorous processes for evidence collection and synthesis, and maintaining transparency in methodological reporting, review teams can produce credible, transferable, and dependable findings. Embracing these principles not only enhances the trustworthiness of reviews but also supports stakeholders in applying synthesized knowledge effectively, ultimately advancing evidence-informed decision-making in health professions education.
Keywords
Health professions education, evidence synthesis, systematic review
Published Open-Access
yes
Recommended Citation
Daniel, Michelle; Gordon, Morris; Uraiby, Hussein; et al., "Defining Three Principles for Credible Evidence Synthesis and Reviews in Health Professions Education" (2025). Faculty and Staff Publications. 5769.
https://digitalcommons.library.tmc.edu/baylor_docs/5769