{"id":12579,"date":"2025-09-18T09:53:34","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T23:53:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/?page_id=12579"},"modified":"2025-10-29T11:49:05","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T01:49:05","slug":"clinical-trials-centre","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/research\/clinical-trials-centre","title":{"rendered":"Clinical Trials Centre"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container qh-basic-banner nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:89.44rem;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div 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widget_breadcrumb_navxt\"><div class=\"breadcrumbs\" vocab=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/\" typeof=\"BreadcrumbList\"><span property=\"itemListElement\" typeof=\"ListItem\"><a property=\"item\" typeof=\"WebPage\" title=\"Go to The Prince Charles Hospital.\" href=\"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\" class=\"home\"><span property=\"name\">Home<\/span><\/a><meta property=\"position\" content=\"1\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-additional-widget-content\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Clinical Trials Centre<\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1 qh-basic-banner-abstract\"><p>Advancing care through clinical research.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:89.44rem;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:25%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:7.68%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:7.68%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-widget-area awb-widget-area-element fusion-widget-area-2 fusion-content-widget-area qh-side-nav\" style=\"--awb-title-size:1.2143rem;--awb-title-color:#5c5e5f;--awb-padding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div id=\"nav_menu-3\" class=\"widget widget_nav_menu\" style=\"border-style: solid;border-color:transparent;border-width:0px;\"><div class=\"menu-lhs-research-container\"><ul id=\"menu-lhs-research\" class=\"menu\"><li id=\"menu-item-12581\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-has-children menu-item-12581\"><a href=\"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/research\">Research<\/a>\n<ul class=\"sub-menu\">\n\t<li id=\"menu-item-12585\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-12585\"><a href=\"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/research\">Research in Metro North<\/a><\/li>\n\t<li id=\"menu-item-12587\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-12587\"><a href=\"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/research\/clinical-trials-centre\">Clinical Trials Centre<\/a><\/li>\n\t<li id=\"menu-item-12583\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-12583\"><a href=\"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/healthcare-services\/cardiology\/cardiology-research-centre\">Cardiology Clinical Research Centre<\/a><\/li>\n\t<li id=\"menu-item-12582\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-12582\"><a href=\"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/research\/ahrc\">Allied Health Research Collaborative<\/a><\/li>\n\t<li id=\"menu-item-12584\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-12584\"><a href=\"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/?page_id=5269\">Research for health professionals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-additional-widget-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_3_4 3_4 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:75%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.56%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.56%;--awb-width-medium:75%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:2.56%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:2.56%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-widget-area awb-widget-area-element fusion-widget-area-3 fusion-content-widget-area\" style=\"--awb-title-size:1.2143rem;--awb-title-color:#5c5e5f;--awb-padding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div id=\"custom_html-2\" class=\"widget_text widget widget_custom_html\" style=\"border-style: solid;border-color:transparent;border-width:0px;\"><div class=\"textwidget custom-html-widget\"><div class=\"on-this-page\"><h4>On this page<\/h4><ul id=\"onThisPage\"><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-additional-widget-content\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p>The TPCH Clinical Trials Centre is a phase I\u2013capable, mRNA-enabled facility dedicated to bringing the latest research to the bedside. We partner with established Clinical Research Groups (CRGs), universities and industry to deliver safe, ethical and efficient trials that improve outcomes for Queenslanders.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why it matters:<\/strong> Clinical trials give patients access to innovative therapies and medical devices they would not otherwise be able to receive\u2014expanding treatment options, improving equity of access and accelerating translation of evidence into practice.<\/p>\n<h2>What we offer<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Early\u2011phase capability\n<ul>\n<li>Phase I readiness with robust governance, pharmacy and safety monitoring pathways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Therapeutic areas\n<ul>\n<li>Cardiac<\/li>\n<li>Respiratory<\/li>\n<li>Critical care<\/li>\n<li>Cardiothoracic<\/li>\n<li>Internal medicine and related specialties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Study types\n<ul>\n<li>Investigator\u2011initiated and industry\u2011sponsored drug and device trials, observational studies, and registries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Participant\u2011centred care\n<ul>\n<li>Dedicated trial nursing, infusion services, safety oversight and supportive care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Facilities &amp; capacity<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Clinic rooms\n<ul>\n<li>2 purpose\u2011built consultation\/procedure rooms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Infusion chairs\n<ul>\n<li>4 infusion chairs with emergency response equipment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Safety\n<ul>\n<li>Staff assist, emergency alarms and emergency response plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Support spaces\n<ul>\n<li>Secure IP storage in Clinical Trials Centre dedicated Pharmacy.<\/li>\n<li>Access to Pathology Queensland and Medical Imaging within TPCH.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Digital &amp; data\n<ul>\n<li>Source documentation support<\/li>\n<li>REDCap\/EDC readiness<\/li>\n<li>Secure data handling aligned to Metro North policies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Equipment\n<ul>\n<li>AED<\/li>\n<li>ECG<\/li>\n<li>IV infusion equipment<\/li>\n<li>high standard medical equipment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Who we support<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Patients &amp; families\n<ul>\n<li>Information, screening and consent for suitable trials<\/li>\n<li>Supportive care during participation, and clear communication with treating teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Clinicians &amp; CRGs:\n<ul>\n<li>Space<\/li>\n<li>Specialist staff and governance support to run high\u2011quality studies without duplicating infrastructure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to participate<\/h2>\n<h3>Patients<\/h3>\n<p>Speak with your treating team or contact the CTC to discuss current opportunities. Participation is always voluntary and based on informed consent.<\/p>\n<h3>Clinicians<\/h3>\n<p>Submit a brief feasibility or referral to the CTC; we can assist with protocol fit, resourcing and start\u2011up steps.<\/p>\n<h3>Sponsors\/CROs<\/h3>\n<p>Email us at <a href=\"mailto:tpch-ctc@health.qld.gov.au\">tpch-ctc@health.qld.gov.au<\/a> to discuss capabilities, feasibility, budgets and timelines. Site qualification visits are welcome by appointment.<\/p>\n<h2>Governance &amp; quality<\/h2>\n<p>We operate under TGA, NHMRC and ICH\u2011GCP requirements and Metro North HREC\/RGO processes. Our Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) cover consent, safety reporting, IP management, data integrity and monitoring. All staff maintain current GCP training and credentialing.<\/p>\n<h2>Contact us<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"list-unstyled\">\n<li><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a0Level 1, Main Building<br \/>The Prince Charles Hospital<br \/>Chermside QLD<\/li>\n<li><strong>Email: <\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:tpch-ctc@health.qld.gov.au\">tpch-ctc@health.qld.gov.au<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Hours:<\/strong> Monday\u2013Friday 8:00am\u20134:00pm. After\u2011hours by arrangement for specific protocols.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On\u2011site and nearby public parking available. Public transport options within walking distance.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-0 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column qh-content-bg-light-grey\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h2>For patients &amp; families \u2013 FAQs<\/h2>\n<h4>What is a clinical trial?<\/h4>\n<p>A research study that tests new or improved treatments or devices to see if they are safe and effective.<\/p>\n<h4>Why consider a trial?<\/h4>\n<p>Trials can offer access to new therapies and devices not otherwise available. You will be closely monitored by a specialist team.<\/p>\n<h4>Do I have to take part?<\/h4>\n<p>No.\u00a0Participation is voluntary. You can withdraw at any time without affecting your usual care.<\/p>\n<h4>What will it cost me?<\/h4>\n<p>Most study costs are covered by the sponsor or health service. We will explain any out\u2011of\u2011pocket costs (if any) before consent.<\/p>\n<h4>How do I find current trials?<\/h4>\n<p>Talk to your treating team or contact the CTC. We can provide information on trials currently open at TPCH and partner sites.<\/p>\n<h2>Accessibility &amp; support<\/h2>\n<p>We aim to make participation safe and inclusive. Please let us know if you need language support, cultural liaison, mobility assistance or other adjustments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"parent":12559,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"100-width.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_searchwp_excluded":"","footnotes":""},"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12579","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12579","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12579"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12579\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12681,"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12579\/revisions\/12681"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12559"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12579"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/tpch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12579"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}