Critical reading of qualitative research articles

Abstract

Qualitative studies are adept at exploring individuals' routines, practices, thoughts, and values, as well as interaction and collaboration. As a doctor, you encounter qualitative research questions daily: Why do patients hesitate to follow recommendations? How do doctors broach sensitive topics with patients? How do fellow physicians experience cross-sector collaboration? This review provides a quick guide to qualitative studies, covering research question formulation, data collection, analysis, and transparency criteria. We critically assess a qualitative study on chronic disease management.