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)- Clinical Research Network – North West Coast. 

CRN North West Coast (nihr.ac.uk)

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.  

In 2022/2023 we recruited 513 patients across 14 NHS research studies. 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 who took part in research. 

A doctor or nurse may talk to you about a particular study and ask whether you would be interested in taking part. 

You may be sent information through the post if you seem suitable for a study. 

You can keep up to date with the research studies we are involved with here, or via our social media pages at 

https://www.facebook.com/stationhousesurgerykendal/ 

Your participation is entirely voluntary, there is no obligation to take part - you can withdraw yourself at any time throughout the research study process without any explanation needed. 

Please do get in touch with any queries or for further information about any of the studies we are currently running via: lscicb-mb.researchshs@nhs.net

If you would like to know more about research and how you can contribute, please visit the Be Part of Research site, which is run by the National Institute for Health Research 

https://www.bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk 

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/ 

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

Research Administrator       Lindsey Cook