Support for Promoting Evidence-Based Medicine｜Support for Academic Organizations｜General Incorporated Foundation International Medical Information Center (IMIC)

Expert support for guideline development backed by extensive experience.

We provide comprehensive support for all administrative tasks and progress management, from planning to completion, for the creation of guidelines.

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Overview of Support for Promoting Evidence-Based Medicine

Reducing Administrative Burdens

We provide comprehensive secretariat support from the initial planning of the guidelines through to their completion.
By handling time-consuming management tasks and tracking progress to maximize efficiency, we enable your experts to focus entirely on their specialized work.

Accurate and Comprehensive Literature Searching

Our expert searchers develop optimal search queries.
We meet your requirements by conducting comprehensive searches designed to keep omissions to an absolute minimum.

Flexible Support for Various Evidence Assessments

Drawing on our extensive track record, we provide meticulous support tailored to your specific evidence evaluation method.

Developing guidelines requires a wide range of administrative tasks at every stage, as well as comprehensive management throughout the entire process.
At IMIC, we support the efficient creation of high-quality guidelines through a seamless, end-to-end service from initial planning to completion. Our diverse support includes handling various administrative duties, conducting literature searches, and procuring full-text document copies.

FLOW

Service Flow for Support for Promoting Evidence-Based Medicine

ACHIEVEMENTS

Achievements of Support for Promoting Evidence-Based Medicine

Clinical Practice Guidelines

The Japanese Orthopaedic Association (JOA) Clinical Practice Guidelines (18 Conditions)

Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Lumbar Disc Herniation
Femoral Neck and Trochanteric Fractures
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Ossification of Posterior Longitudinal Ligaments
Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Distal Radius Fractures, and others

Other Clinical Practice Guidelines

Stroke Management
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Retroperitoneal Sarcoma
Cancer Rehabilitation
Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism
Appropriate Use of Blood Products
Metabolic Syndrome and Smoking, and others

Various Research Studies

Safety of Pharmacotherapy in Older Adults
Detailed Evaluation and Optimal Treatment Exploration for Cardiovascular Disease Onset and Progression
Systematic Reviews for Musculoskeletal Disorders
Systematic Reviews for End-of-Life Care, and others

FAQ

FAQ for Support for Promoting Evidence-Based Medicine

How much does guideline development cost?

The cost varies depending on the scope of work, project schedule, and other factors. We provide rough estimates free of charge, so please feel free to contact us for a consultation.

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Can we order only the literature search service?

Yes, we provide the optimal level of support tailored to your budget and specific requirements.

What databases do you use for literature searching?

We cover major international medical databases, including PubMed, MEDLINE, and the Cochrane Library.
Additionally, we can support domestic Japanese literature databases, such as Ichushi Web, upon request.

Which criteria do you follow for your support services?

We can assist you in developing guidelines in accordance with your preferred standards, such as the “Minds Clinical Practice Guidelines Development Manual 2020” (Japan Council for Quality Health Care) or GRADE.

Could you share some examples of your past guideline development projects?

We have assisted in developing The Japanese Orthopaedic Association (JOA) clinical practice guidelines for 18 conditions, alongside other projects such as the guidelines for Stroke Management and Retroperitoneal Sarcoma.

We would like to create an English version of our clinical practice guidelines originally developed in Japanese. Can you assist with this?

Yes, we can provide support in collaboration with our specialized translation team. We also offer English proofreading services after the translation is completed, so please feel free to consult us based on your specific need.

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