A fundamental understanding of the concepts behind design, implementation, and research analysis is increasingly needed by physicians and surgeons in Latin America in order to provide the highest quality patient care.  This course, in support of the Asociación de Cirujanos Traumatólogos de las Americas (ACTUAR), and partnered with the Cuban Orthopaedic Society and Cuban Ministry of Health, will deliver practical clinical research knowledge including study designs, levels of evidence, and statistical significance.