@article{10.22454/FamMed.2026.243699, author = {Ledford, Christy J. and Okah, Ebiere and Tietbohl, Caroline}, title = {The Science and Art of Mixed Methods in Medical Education Research}, journal = {Family Medicine}, volume = {58}, number = {2}, year = {2026}, month = {2}, pages = {98-104}, doi = {10.22454/FamMed.2026.243699}, abstract = {Medical education is a fitting context for mixed methods research—research that explicitly integrates qualitative and quantitative approaches to leverage their complementary strengths and weaknesses. In this article, we introduce mixed methods research, describe its underlying principles, and explain key considerations involved in its conduct.}, URL = {https://journals.stfm.org//familymedicine/2026/february/ledford-0205/}, eprint = {https://journals.stfm.org//media/su4e4fz0/fammed-58-98.pdf}, }