About
CESPHN is committed to supporting high-quality, ethical research that responds to local needs and translates into improved care integration and primary care practice across our region. We prioritise research that addresses identified health needs and evidence gaps, with a strong focus on reducing inequities and improving outcomes for priority populations.
We work in partnership with universities, institutions, researchers, and primary care and allied health providers to foster a collaborative research culture that builds capacity, strengthens connections, and supports professional development.
The CESPHN Research Strategy 2024–2027 provides guidance to researchers and stakeholders on our research vision and priorities, ensuring that all research we support aligns with our strategic goals, increases translation into practice and policy, and contributes to high-quality primary care across Central and Eastern Sydney.
Our Current Research Projects
Research projects that CESPHN is currently supporting, collaborating on, or participating in as a research partner.
My Health Choices My Way
UNSW
Co-designing culturally safe and appropriate transition pathways from paediatric to
adult health services for young people with intellectual disability…
Improving patient outcomes and reducing the hidden burden of
chronic wounds: a digitally enabled Wound Model of Care (The
ENABLE Study)
The University of Sydney | A/Prof Michelle Barakat-Johnson
The ENABLE Study aims to improve access and outcomes for individuals with
chronic wounds through collaboration, leadership, and the adoption of digital
health innovation…
Submit a Research Request
CESPHN welcomes research requests from external researchers whose projects align with our research vision, priorities, and strategic goals.
How we support research
Eligibility
Submit a Request
To submit a request, we ask that you please complete our Research Request Form and a research officer will be in touch. We are unable to facilitate research requests without a completed request form.
Our Process
We aim to reach a decision within two weeks of submission; however, some requests may take up to four weeks depending on the volume and complexity of requests received.
Once you submit a research request form, your application will proceed through the
following stages:
Please contact our research team, who will be in touch as soon as possible: research@cesphn.com.au
If you would like a review of how your request was handled please email research@cesphn.com.au , or have concerns about how your request was handled, you may submit feedback or a complaint through CESPHN’s External Complaints Form or via the email complaints@cesphn.com.au .
Participate in a Study
The following research studies are actively recruiting participants. Unless stated otherwise, CESPHN is not directly involved in conducting these studies and participants should contact the researchers directly with any questions or concerns.
EndoOptions
Recruiting ●
Seeking: Adults aged 18 years or older, living in Australia, diagnosed with endometriosis (or suspecting) and considering symptom management options.
Organisation: Macquarie University
Study tool(s): Four online questionnaires
Researchers from Macquarie University are seeking participants for a study assessing a new decision support tool, EndoOptions, for people with endometriosis…
Co-designing a blueprint for pharmacist-delivered depression and anxiety screening and referral for parents in community pharmacy
Recruiting ●
Seeking: Parents, expectant parents and health professionals (GPs, nurses, midwives, psychologists and pharmacists)
Organisation: The University of Sydney
Study tool(s): 2-3 hour online workshop
Researchers from the University of Sydney are seeking expressions of interest to participate in workshops to develop a perinatal depression and anxiety screening and referral service and resources for parents in community pharmacy…
Research Partnerships and Committees
CESPHN maintains formal partnerships with the following research committees, institutes and affiliated networks to strengthen primary care research across our region. These partnerships foster a collaborative research culture that builds research capability among primary care providers and CESPHN staff.
Publications
Additional Resources and Current Grant Opportunities
Explore external portals, directories, and funding bodies relevant to primary care research.
Contact Us
research@cesphn.com.au
Health Referral Forms
Primary and Community Care Research
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