Course
| Six months certification course in RTOP (With workshop at Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad) | Curriculum |
Fees
| INR 45000/- Inclusive of taxes | Apply Now |
About this course
Research to Publication is a research methodology and publishing programme specifically designed for healthcare researchers, brought to you by BMJ in collaboration with University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), with an option to enrol for 2 days workshop at Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad.
This is the only research course to combine the expertise of a high impact publisher with Amrita School of Medicine, the first university teaching hospital accredited by NABH, and APAR Health, an end-to-end Healthcare Research Accelerator aimed to bridge the gap between research and impact. The aim of this collaboration is to build a skilled, innovation-driven healthcare workforce capable of improving patient outcomes and advancing clinical research in India.
The programme, made up of 8 multimedia units and 53 modules, is focused entirely on healthcare research. BMJ's research editors and UCSF's academics, guide learners through the entire process from designing a study, to seeing it published in an international journal. Interactive self-study modules give learners the skills necessary to conduct investigations and overcome the challenges associated with getting published in international journals.This course is suitable for anyone conducting research on medicine, healthcare, public health, and epidemiology.
2-day workshop at Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad
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About Amrita School of Medicine
Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad, is the 8th campus under Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and is affiliated with Amrita Hospital, Faridabad- the largest multispecialty private hospital in India. We provide facilities of global standards and endorse fundamental human values. This campus connects people with its inclusivity and creates a global network that enhances innovation and invention. It emphasizes accessible healthcare, combining advanced treatment with empathy and holistic healing. Amrita Hospital is positioned as a tertiary and quaternary care center, handling everything from routine treatments to complex surgeries and research-driven healthcare, and is considered a major healthcare hub in North India.
About APAR Health
APAR Health is focused on bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in healthcare by designing industry-relevant training programs tailored to current clinical and research needs. The organization focuses on making skill transfer accessible and practical for all healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and clinical research coordinators, by offering training delivered by national and international subject matter experts.
Course Contributors
Professor Deborah Grady
Associate Dean of Clinical and Translational Research at UCSF
Deborah Grady, MD, MPH is a physician, clinical trialist and leader in clinical research methodology and women's health. She is Professor of Medicine, Associate Dean for Clinical and Translational Research, Director of the UCSF Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) Online Education program, and Director of the UCSF Women's Health Clinical Research Center.
Dr Grady is an editor of Designing Clinical Research, a leading textbook in the US on clinical research methods. She directed the CTSI Training Program, which includes didactic and experiential training for professional students, residents, fellows and faculty at UCSF.
Dr Grady has successfully mentored over 40 postgraduate trainees, almost all of whom are highly successful clinical researchers with current academic faculty positions.
Dr Grady received the UCSF Chancellor's Award for the Advancement of Women, the UCSF Clinical Research Mentor of the Year and Lifetime Mentoring awards. Dr Grady is an international expert on the risks and benefits of postmenopausal hormone therapy and the management of menopausal symptoms.
Dr Trish Groves
Associate Editor, The BMJ, and Editorial Consultant
Trish Groves (MBBS, MRCPsych) trained in medicine and psychiatry before going to The BMJ in 1989. She is now Associate editor, The BMJ, and Editorial consultant. Both The BMJ and BMJ Open publish research with open access and open peer review and have policies to facilitate data sharing.
Her other focus currently is to explore what practical support might be needed to improve capabilities for health research, particularly in emerging economies, through international outreach and initiatives such as BMJ's eLearning programme for health researchers, Research to Publication.
While at The BMJ Trish has been a part time honorary research fellow at the School for Public Policy, UCL; has contributed to European Science Foundation proposals for revising the EU Clinical Trials Directive and the EU programme for Responsible Research and Innovation; served on the council of the Committee on Publication Ethics and the steering groups of the EQUATOR Network on transparent health research, and the BOLDER (Better Outcomes through Learning from Data and Engaging in Research) Initiative. She has helped to develop research reporting statements including CONSORT 2010 for trials, SPIRIT 2013 for trial protocols, and PRISMA extensions for systematic reviews.
Trish has presented for TV and radio in the UK and for the BBC World Service, and she co-wrote the HarperCollins Consumer's Guide to Mental Health (1996).
Academic Director
Dr Sanjeev Singh
Dr Sanjeev Singh is a Medical Director at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Faridabad, and Chief of Medical Services at Amrita, Kochi. He is a paediatrician by training, did his Masters in Hospital Management and PhD in Infectious Diseases. Prior to joining Amrita, he worked in WHO in a Disease Eradication Project. He attained a fellowship in Healthcare Worker & Patient Safety from the University of Virginia, a fellowship in Health Technology Assessment from the University of Adelaide and a fellowship in Healthcare Quality at the International Society for Quality (IsQua). He is Improvement Advisor to the Institute of Healthcare Improvement (IHI), consultant to WHO on Regulatory, licensing, AMR and Infection Prevention. He is a Technical Advisor for the State of Kerala for AMR and IPC. He is in the National Task Force for AMR guidelines group. He Chaired Research Committee at National Accreditation Board for Hospitals (NABH), presently a member of Technical Committee at NABH and is a member of Technical Committee for Grading of hospital standards and Medical Value Travel at Quality Council of India; and is co-chair at National Healthcare Committee at FICCI and CII Healthcare, North Zone. He was awarded Infection Disease Champion by BMJ, Heroes of Infection Control by Association of Infection Prevention (APIC) in the US and Best Practices in Infection Prevention by GOI and Global Impact Leader by Business World. He is on the Governing Board of IIHMR and a member of the expert committee to work on an AIIMS-like institution in Jaipur. He has 130+ publications with an h-index of 31 and has 14 international and national research projects.
Academic Moderator
Dr Pooja Sharma
MBBS, MD (Obs. & Gynecology)
Dr Pooja Sharma is a distinguished clinician, researcher, and entrepreneur with extensive expertise in clinical research, bioethics, and patient advocacy. Dr Sharma's academic background includes an MD from the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), BHU, Varanasi. Dr Sharma's commitment to ethical research practices is evident through her leadership roles as Chairperson of Institutional Ethics Committees, ensuring adherence to the highest ethical standards in medical research.
As the Founder and CEO of APAR Health, Dr Sharma leads initiatives to enhance healthcare skilling and education across India. In addition to her role at APAR Health, she serves as a Research Advisor for the Indian Paediatric Hematology Oncology Group (INPHOG), contributing to advancements in paediatric healthcare and research strategies. She is also a Research Advisory Board Member at the Paediatric Cancer Research Institute (PCRI) under CanKids, reflecting her dedication to paediatric cancer research and patient advocacy.
Her professional journey encompasses significant roles, including Senior Scientist and Advisor at Medanta Institute of Education and Research in Gurugram, and Principal Consultant at Pristyn Research Innovation & Medical Excellence Unit. Through her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment, Dr Pooja Sharma continues to drive innovation and excellence in clinical research and healthcare education.
Eligibility criteria
Medical doctors (including final-year MBBS students and interns)
Postgraduate students
Researchers involved in studies related to medicine, healthcare, public health, and epidemiology
Graduates in Health Sciences (including final-year MBBS students and interns)
Postgraduate students with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in undergraduate or postgraduate degrees
Faculty members from Health Science institutions
Researchers involved in studies related to medicine, healthcare, public health, and epidemiology
Contact Us
For more information, please write to us at education.india@bmj.com or you can call us at 91-120-4345733, +919650052070 (09:30 AM - 05:00 PM, Monday to Friday)..
Why Research to Publication?
Despite the presence of highly capable clinicians and researchers in India, there remains a significant gap in structured training, mentorship, and practical guidance required to translate research ideas into high-quality publications. Many early-career professionals struggle with research design, scientific writing, and navigating the publication process, often relying on fragmented or unreliable resources.
This course addresses these challenges through a comprehensive and structured approach. Participants gain access to BMJ's globally recognized Research to Publication (RTOP) e-learning modules, co-developed with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), covering key areas such as research design, ethics, and scientific publishing aligned to global publication standards. This is complemented by workshops led by APAR and Amrita faculty, providing contextualized, hands-on guidance to help learners apply concepts to their own research.
In addition, the program offers guided workshops on manuscript development, journal selection, and responding to peer review, along with opportunities to engage directly with BMJ editors. With access to a peer-learning network, strategic publication support, and a jointly awarded certification from BMJ, APAR, and Amrita, the course is designed to bridge the gap between research efforts and successful, high-impact publication outcomes.
Course curriculum
- Anchored in a Proven Programme:Research to Publication is a globally recognized research training programme used by major universities and research institutions worldwide
- Global-Local Synergy: Combines BMJ's international publishing expertise with the local mentorship and academic rigor of APAR Health and Amrita School of Medicine
- Mentorship-Driven: Focused on active handholding, not just theoretical instruction
- Outcome-Oriented: Aims to transform research training into real, published outcomes. Ultimately, enhancing India's contribution to global research output and improving patient outcomes
