Theory Research
Practical exploration of clinical research unit platform construction and management mode based on research-oriented hospitals
The case study of a tertiary hospital in Shanghai
Luo Rong, Zhang Xi, Wang Yaosheng, Chen Guangyu, Wu Weijie, Li Xuehai, Zhou Xin
Published 2019-04-21
Cite as Chin J Med Sci Res Manage, 2019, 32(2): 81-85. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.1006-1924.2019.02.001
Abstract
ObjectiveTo summarize the practical experiences of Clinical Research Unit (CRU) platform established by Xinhua Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, provide reference for domestic institutions that have prepared or to prepare to establish CRU platform.
MethodsOriented by demand, this platform has set up six modules including project management module, methodology support module, data management module, quality risk management module, project transformation module and training and international exchange module. Besides, it also establishes and improves the corresponding module system, quality assurance, technical support and information data platform system.
ResultsWith this platform, the enthusiasm of departments to carry out clinical research has been continuously enhanced, the talent pool of clinical research has been expanded; the awareness of clinical research cooperation has been improved and the international cooperation fields have been further extended; the number of clinical research projects and funding have increased rapidly.
ConclusionsCRU Platform in Xinhua Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine provides all-dimensional technical support and whole-process informatization management to improve clinical research quality and efficiency. While learning from the advanced international concepts, we still need to explore and improve the platform construction and management mode in line with general research-oriented hospitals in China, further to enhance the academic research internationally.
Key words:
Clinical Research Unit; Platform construction; Management mode
Contributor Information
Luo Rong
Clinical Research Unit, Xinhua Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200092, China
Zhang Xi
Wang Yaosheng
Chen Guangyu
Wu Weijie
Li Xuehai
Zhou Xin