Recruiting Practice-based Research Network (PBRN) Physicians to Be Research Participants: Lessons Learned From the North Texas (NorTex) Needs Assessment Study

Abstract

Success of recruiting physicians to be research subjects varied between systems using different recruitment methods. Lessons learned include using clinician champions to make initial contact, establishing a relationship with clinic personnel, distinguishing the research team from a pharmaceutical representative, establishing a preferred contact method, and collecting study materials on a set timeline.