The 5 step method proposed by Dr Akobeng consists of 1) Formulating answerable clinical questions, 2) Finding the evidence, 3) Appraising the evidence, 4) Applying the evidence, 5) Evaluating performance. Dr Akobeng states that if these 5 steps are followed when conducting evidence based research for medical practice, it will result in more thorough and conclusive research and thus better patient care. The article also provides examples of each step and provides the reader with websites and resources that they can used to conduct efficient EBM.