Anyone contemplating research in medicine for the first time would be likely to find this book very useful. It is a common-sense, practical guide to the entire research process, from the beginning of thinking about doing some research to your job prospects once you have finished and published. Much of the book is in the form of check-lists which makes reading quick and easy. Although the book is specifically aimed at medical doctors (it contains much detail of medical degree structures and when it is best to fit research into your career), it would also be useful for those considering para-medical careers in research. Degree structures from different countries are compared, and useful advice is given on how much research needs to be done to qualify for a Masters versus a PhD.

Many may feel that the last thing they need when starting a programme of research or a graduate research degree is another book to read. Accordingly this book is short, to the point, has cartoons, and warns of most of the pitfalls that the novice researcher may fall into.