Clinical Research

We are part of a network of local practices taking part in high quality research activities funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR)- Research Delivery Network– North West Coast.  

North West | NIHR RDN

This means we actively support and conduct different types of research with the intention of improving outcomes for patients. New treatments, technologies care approaches and devices all need to be carefully and safely tested in real life healthcare environments. Clinical research in these environments is separately funded and adds value to patient care. All clinical research undertaken at our surgery is thoroughly checked and approved by ethical committees, to ensure it is safe to perform.

A strict code of conduct is at the heart of all our work to make sure data is always confidential. 

https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/uk-gdpr-guidance-and-resources/personal-information-what-is-it/ 

January 2025- We are currently engaged in 10 research studies and have recruited 544 participants to date. 

This research contributes to breakthroughs in diagnostics, treatment, prevention, and interventions for patient care now and in the future. We would like to say a huge thank you to all our patients past and present who have taken part in research. 

• You may receive a text message, NHS App notification, email or a letter in the post offering you the opportunity to take part in a study (the letter will include some information about the project). 

• Your doctor or nurse may also discuss research opportunities during your usual appointment.

Volunteering to get involved may mean filling in questionnaires, surveys or trialling a new treatment, drug or medical device.

Taking part in research is voluntary: you can freely accept or decline, and this will not affect the care that you receive in any way. Even if you agree to take part, you can still withdraw at any time, without having to provide justification. Withdrawing from a study will NOT affect the care we provide for you. 

All research projects carried out at Station House Surgery have been thoroughly checked and approved by the relevant health authorities & ethical committees ensuring it is appropriate and safe to perform. You will always receive clear information about what taking part in a research study would involve and will have the opportunity to ask questions and obtain further details about a study. All projects are fully compliant with all UK laws (incl. GDPR).

We are a dedicated research team who are involved with the delivery of research studies. We are committed to raising awareness of research within Lancashire & South Cumbria ICB increasing the availability and access to research for all our patients. 

Lead Research GP  - Dr David Cowling 

Clinical Research Nurse - Joanna Beldon

Clinical Research Nurse/Practice Nurse - Lauren Buchan

Research Administrator - Lindsey Cook

EMIS RECRUIT

You may receive a text from EMIS Recruit about clinical research which we support.

You have received this text as you have been highlighted as someone that could be eligible to help out with medical research.

You can either accept or decline this offer by following the advice in the text and links provided.

Find out more here

If you wish to OPT-out of medical data research in the future, you can find out how to do this via NHS OPT OUT Sharing your health records