Archibald Cochrane (1909-1988): the father of evidence-based medicine
https://doi.org/10.29001/2073-8552-2014-29-1-83-88
Abstract
Professor Archibald Cochrane (1909-1988) is considered to be the originator of the idea of evidence-based medicine in our era. With his landmark book ‘Effectiveness and Efficiency: Random Reflections on Health services’ he managed to inspire and positively influence the medical society with respect to the proper assessment of reliable evidence for the provision of the best medical care. His vision combined with his scientific achievements can be considered as the foundation of the Cochrane Collaboration; named after him in recognition of and gratitude for his pioneering work. We present the highlights of his adventurous and vibrant personal and academic life in an attempt to honour his contribution to shaping modern medical research.
About the Authors
Antonio Stavrou
Cardiff University; Cochrane Medical Education Centre
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Dimitrios Challoumas
Cardiff University; Cochrane Medical Education Centre
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Georgios Dimitrakakis
University Hospital of Wales
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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For citations:
Stavrou A., Challoumas D., Dimitrakakis G. Archibald Cochrane (1909-1988): the father of evidence-based medicine. Siberian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine. 2014;29(1):83-88. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.29001/2073-8552-2014-29-1-83-88
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