In this workshop, clinical researchers from National Institute of Health and Care Research explained their work and how general practices can become involved in research projects. 

The session covered:

• An introduction to the local clinical research network teams
• What it means to be part of research
• Some examples of current research
• Benefits to patients
• Encouraging more GP practices to get involved in research.

Watch the video. 

If you'd like a copy of the slides presented in the webinar, you can download them: Research in Primary and Community Care.

Our project with the PPGs in Hertfordshire and West Essex ICB has created resources to support patient groups that include setting up a PPG, supporting volunteers, and working in partnership, and more. All are free to view, download and use. To take a look at all the resources, visit the GP patient group project page on our website.