The Scoop on Scoping Reviews: Pearls, Pitfalls, and Efficiency Hacks (Educational Research Interest Group-Sponsored)

Scoping reviews are becoming more prevalent in academic publications, yet their unique requirements make it essential to navigate both the process and reporting effectively. Drawing on our experience as authors of over 30 scoping reviews and journal editors, this session will cover key strategies for ensuring success. We will focus on best practices, practical tips, and efficiency hacks to streamline the scoping review process, helping you publish high-quality, impactful reviews with ease

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this session, participants should be able to:
  • Explain appropriate applications of scoping review methodology.
  • Describe the six steps of a scoping review.
  • Discuss pearls and pitfalls of scoping reviews.

Presenters:

  • Michael Gottlieb, MD
  • Mary R. C Haas, MD, MHPE
Authors
  • Michael Gottlieb, MD

    Michael Gottlieb, MD

    Rush University Medical Center

    Michael Gottlieb, MD is the Vice Chair of Research and Director of the Emergency Ultrasound Division at Rush University Medical Center. He is Past-Chair of the ACEP Ultrasound Section and Past-Chair of the AAEM Ultrasound Section. He has authored over 500 peer-reviewed publications and is an Editor for Academic Medicine, The Annals of Emergency Medicine, The Western Journal of Emergency Medicine, The American Journal of Emergency Medicine, and Academic Emergency Medicine Education and Training, as well as the Social Media Editor for Academic Emergency Medicine. He is Past-Chair of the CORD Academy for Scholarship, Past-Chair of the SAEM Education Summit, Past-Chair of the CORD Education Committee, Past-Chair of the CORD Best Practices Subcommittee, and a nationally-recognized speaker and educator. His academic interests include medical education, ultrasound, infectious diseases, heart failure, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

  • Mary R. C Haas, MD, MHPE

    University of Michigan

    Dr. Mary Haas, MD, MHPE, is Assistant Professor, Medical Education Fellowship Director, and Assistant Director of Clinical Faculty Development in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Michigan. She also serves as Co-Director of the Leadership Development Program and faculty of the Doctoring program at the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Pennsylvania, medical school at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, emergency medicine residency and medical education fellowship including a Master of Health Professions Education at the University of Michigan. She served as Assistant Residency Director for 5 years. She has taught and mentored learners across the continuum through these roles. Her scholarly interests include collaborative writing, scholarship in medical education, faculty development, feedback and assessment, and the use of technology for education. She has published and spoken nationally on these topics. Her mission as an educator is to foster robust communities of practice that leverage collaboration and mentorship to amplify learning and ultimately advance the field.

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