Research

GP research

Hawthorn Drive Surgery participates in research activities with the National Institute for Health Research Clinical Research Network. The CRN primary care speciality works in collaboration with researchers and primary care practitioners to promote the sucessful delivery of research studies in the NHS. 

A wide range of studies are supported which look at:

• Promoting a healthier lifestyle
• Disease diagnosis and prevention
• Management of long term illness
• Treating common conditions such as tonsillitis or influenza

The benefits of GP Practices taking part in research is that it offers patients access to new treatments and brings added skills to those involved.

How can you help and take part?

• A doctor or nurse may talk to you about a particular study and ask whether you would be interested in participating
• You may read information about a current study in the waiting room or on the surgery website and wish to take part
• You may be sent information through the post if we feel you may be a suitable participant

All clinical research carried out at our surgery is throughly checked and approved by ethical committees, ensuring it is appropriate and safe to perform. Your participation is entirely voluntary and can be withdrawn by yourself at any time without any explanation required.