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Research
What is GP research?
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Health and Care Research Wales
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What is primary care research?
Clinical research studies which take place in community settings such as a GP surgeries is called primary care research.
Examples of primary care clinical research are
- Studies with specific groups of patients such as children or elderly individuals.
- Lifestyle interventions
- Management of long-term conditions such as diabetes
- Preventing ill-health
- Treatments or new ways of managing common conditions like tonsillitis
How can I take part or get involved?
- A member of staff such as a doctor or nurse may talk to you about a study being run in the practice. They will outline what it will involve for example specific treatments, extra visits, or questionnaires and explain why you are eligible. Alternatively, they may post this information to you.
- You may read information in the practice about a research study – please speak to a member of staff if you think you might be eligible and are interested in taking part.
If you are invited to take part in a research study, you will be provided with clear information and given the opportunity to ask any questions.
It is up to you whether you would like to take part or not, participation is voluntary. If you decide not to get involved, it will not affect the care you receive or your relationship with staff.
What are the benefits of taking part in research?
All clinical research studies are reviewed and approved by an ethics committee to ensure they are nsafe and appropriate for patients.
Clinical research can provide access to new treatments
Staff training
Research which takes place in a healthcare setting must follow strict rules.
Anybody involved in clinical research at the practice must complete Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training.
GCP trained staff at WEMC are:
Current Research Studies
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Past Research Studies
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