Research academy

Supporting general practice participation in research - addressing health disparities and improving primary care within communities.

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Our Service

Our research academy team work in partnership with practices across East Lancashire to expand access to primary care research.

With research playing an increasingly important role in improving health outcomes, we support practices to take part in a way that is practical, manageable, and aligned with day-to-day patient care.

By getting involved in research, practices can:

Enhance care for their community

Offer patients early access to potential new treatments

Ensure that patient voices are heard

Help to build a stronger more resilient NHS

Access funding and additional resources to support the delivery of research activity.

Improve care standards across East Lancashire

Contact the Research Academy

Whether you’re new to research or already involved, our team can support you to take the next step and make participation work for your practice.

Research Hub Locations

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Barnoldswick Medical Centre
1 Park Rd, Barnoldswick BB18 5BG
Hazelvalley Family Practice
7-9 Manchester Road, Haslingden, BB4 5SL
Pendleside Medical Practice
Railway View Rd, Clitheroe, BB7 2JG
Richmond Medical Centre
421 Blackburn Road, Accrington, BB5 1RT