2021 Annual Meeting Manuscript Lectures-How to Review a Delphi Consensus Statement

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The video features Dr. Alan Bryant discussing the Delphi methodology and the need for reporting guidelines for Delphi consensus papers. He acknowledges his colleagues Dr. Diane Bryant and Gauras Nazari for their contributions to the presentation. Dr. Bryant explains that the Delphi process seeks experts' opinions to develop consensus on best practice in areas where there may be knowledge gaps or conflicting scientific evidence. He discusses the history of the Delphi process and its use in healthcare decision-making. Dr. Bryant highlights the increasing number of Delphi consensus papers in orthopedic literature and the lack of guidance on what constitutes a good paper. He explains the purpose of their study to propose a reporting guideline for Delphi studies and discusses each item of the proposed guideline. Dr. Bryant mentions the need for diverse panel selection and the importance of clear and transparent methodology. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of reporting limitations, funding, and conflicts of interest, as well as acknowledging all those involved in the study.

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Alan Getgood, M.D.

Keywords

Delphi methodology

reporting guidelines

Delphi consensus papers

healthcare decision-making

orthopedic literature

reporting guideline