Research is an essential part of healthcare development. We need to carry out research to develop new treatments or to decide which is the best available treatment or care. This includes medicines, treatments (such as operations) and tests (such as X-rays or blood tests).
Some departments within our hospitals are involved in research projects. As a patient, you may be asked to take part. Taking part in research might involve filling in a questionnaire. It may involve letting us take extra blood samples or extra measurements, such as blood pressure. Sometimes we may need to look at your medical notes to collect information on your previous treatment. Sometimes research involves taking a new medicine or trying a new treatment or operation.
If you are asked to take part in a research project, the project will be fully explained to you. All your questions will be answered. This should help you to make an informed choice about whether or not to take part. Whatever you decide, your decision will always be respected.
If you do not wish to take part in any research project you can refuse. You will always continue to receive the best care we are able to offer.
Our commitment to you:
As a patient within UHCW NHS Trust, you can refuse to take part in research and you:
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact:
Ceri Jones, Head of Research and Development on 02476 966196 or Natasha Wileman, Research and Development Business Manager on 02476 966167.
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