NDWRH Clinical Research Group
A brief history
The Oxford Biomedical Research Centre funded the refurbishment of Level 4 of the Women’s Centre to create a translational research centre, alongside the NHS Antenatal Ultrasound Unit. This purpose-built space is used for ultrasound scanning, the collection and storage of blood samples and carrying out observational and interventional studies.
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Who are the Clinical Research Group
The Clinical Research Group (CRG), is dedicated to advancing clinical research in Maternal, Fetal, and Perinatal medicine, CRG serves as a platform for patient and public involvement. Comprising a diverse team of doctors, scientists, researchers, midwives, nurses, and support staff, we collaborate closely with women and families to spearhead research in reproduction, obstetrics, and gynaecology.
Our high-quality studies ranges from pre-pregnancy to the postpartum period, and general women's health studies.
The Clinical Research Group (NDWRH CRG), formerly OSPREA-Gynae, is a collaborative initiative between the Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health (an integral part of the University of Oxford) and the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUHFT). It is also supported by the Thames Valley & South Midlands Clinical Research Network, affiliated with the National Institute for Health Research.
CURRENT TRIALS
We run a range of trials for women before pregnancy, women and their babies during and after pregnancy, as well as general women’s health studies. We can also refer you to other local research departments who are running pregnancy related studies.
FAQS
What does getting involved in research mean? What are the benefits? What will happen to the results of the research study? What will happen to any samples I give?
Meet our Research Team
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Sharon Westcar
Senior Clinical Research Operations Manager
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Charlotte Black
Clinical Research Quality Assurance Manager
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Shanice Akinyombo
Research Midwife
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Archer Amy
Clinical Research Practitioner
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Dorota Pietrzak
Clinical Research Assistant
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Jude Mossop
Senior Research Midwife
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Sarah Collins
Senior Research Midwife
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Lisa Buck
Research Midwife
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Kate Bailey
Research Midwife
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Debbie Clarke
Research Nurse
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Beatrice Reyes
Clinical Research Assistant
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Samantha Ewers
Clinical Research Assistant
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Kelly Barrett
Research Midwife
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Lotoyah Carty
Research Midwife
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Mara Duvnjak
Clinical Research Assistant
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Eleni Fotaki
Clinical Research Coordinator
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Katja Shipp
Research Midwife
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Lois Parle
Research Nurse
Find Us
Based on Level 4 of the Women's Centre at the John Radcliffe Hospital, we have a dedicated research unit with private consulting rooms, scanning rooms and waiting area. The unit is connected to the Ultrasound Department – via the Ultrasound Department waiting area.
CONTACT US
If you would like to find out more about taking part in research with the Clinical Research Group please call us on 01865 221107 or use the contact form available via the link below.