1. To identify the different types of study designs employed in medical research and understand their unique characteristics and applications. 2. To critically evaluate the strengths and limitations of varying study designs, recognizing which types of research questions each design is best suited to answer. 3. To develop skills in analyzing and interpreting the results of scientific studies, including understanding the significance of statistical findings. 4. To enhance knowledge of scientific writing and the critical evaluation of scientific studies, improving abilities to assess and critique research papers. 5. To foster a deeper understanding of evidence-based medicine and the role of study designs in advancing this field, thereby improving participation and contribution to future journal club discussions.