Research

Research at Pinfold Medical Practice

Did you know that clinical research takes place at this GP Practice?

At Pinfold Medical Practice, we are committed to improving healthcare through clinical research. Research helps develop new medicines, treatments and ways of delivering care, ensuring patients benefit from the latest advances in medicine.

From 1st April 2025, we are proud to be part of the NIHR Leicestershire & Northamptonshire Commercial Research Delivery Centre (LLN CRDC). This partnership enables us to undertake both NHS and commercial research studies, giving our patients access to innovative clinical trials and helping to shape the future of healthcare.

We are also proud to be a member of the Charnwood Primary Care Research Collaborative (CPCRC). The collaborative brings together seven GP practices across Charnwood, expanding access to clinical research for approximately 80,000 patients across the local area.

The CPCRC is led by GP Research Lead Dr Ian Brockhurst and CPCRC Manager Sophie Howlin, who work with participating practices to increase research opportunities and ensure more patients can take part in high-quality clinical studies close to home.

By working collaboratively, we are helping to embed research into everyday primary care and ensuring that our patients have greater opportunities to participate in studies that could improve healthcare now and in the future.

There are many different types of research studies available, and the overwhelming majority of participants report a positive experience.

If you would like to find out more about research opportunities at Pinfold Medical Practice, please speak to a member of our team. We will be happy to discuss any current studies that may be suitable for you.

Current Research Studies

Pinfold Medical Practice is actively involved in a variety of research studies, including commercial clinical trials through the NIHR Leicestershire & Northamptonshire Commercial Research Delivery Centre (CRDC).

Be Part of Research

Interested in taking part in research?

Pinfold Medical Practice is proud to support Be Part of Research, the NHS’s free online service that helps people find and take part in health and care research across the UK.

Whether you have a health condition or are completely healthy, you can register your interest and be matched to studies that are relevant to you. By taking part in research, you could help improve treatments, develop new medicines and shape the future of healthcare.

To find out more or register, visit:

Be Part of Research
https://bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk

You can also speak to a member of the Pinfold Medical Practice team if you would like to know more about the research studies currently taking place at our practice.