We undertake research generated by our own local research questions with local researchers in addition to collaborative work with a variety of partner organisations in broader multi-site state-wide, national and international studies.

Our key research partner is The University of Melbourne, Department of Rural Health through the Rural Health Academic Network (RHAN) program. The RHAN program specifically aims to build research capability and capacity in partner regional and rural health services.

Rural Health Academic Network (RHAN)

Department of Rural Health.pdf

Clinical trials provide early access to new treatments and interventions for patients and improve the overall standard of medical care provided in Australian hospitals.

To support the delivery of safe and high-quality clinical trial services for patients and consumers, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has developed the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework for all Australian hospitals, day procedures with a clinical trial service.

National Clinical Trials Governance Framework – Information for patients and consumers