Primary Care Research Informatics and Digital Environment Solutions 

(PRIDES)

East of England Digital Research Solution

Primary care IT is provided by many different software providers but the majority work with two systems: EMIS Web and SystmOne.

In order to participate in research in primary care each practice is required to use their software system to search data. This is a complex and time consuming process which creates an increased margin for error within each practice and across practices.

The aim of East of England Digital Research Solution is to support and develop the IT framework and tools for research in Primary Care. Making them easily available to GP practices involved in research, reduces administrative burden and improves recruitment and involvement in research studies.

The basic concept is to utilise EMIS Web and SystmOne to develop searches, pop-ups and templates which are detailed, accurate and quality assured.  

These IT solutions will be shared electronically using this website and, where possible, the clinic system's sharing platforms across the across the East of England region.

We welcome contact from other Local Clinical Research Networks and research teams and are happy to share the resources available on this site.

We would be grateful if you could contact us if you are using our resources and provide feedback.

PRIDES in Primary Care Research has been developed to allow the sharing of IT solutions to help enable research delivery. 

Study Searches currently available

If you require any assistance with using the searches or have any questions, please contact us.

Guidance Documents and Further Useful Information

How to Import a search into SystmOne

This short guidance will show you step-by-step how to Import a search into SystmOne.

Guide to Joining and Using Organisation Groups

Organisation Groups in SystmOne are a central store whereby a surgery with the correct permissions can upload searches / templates etc.  This document will guide you through how to Join and Use SystmOne Organisation Groups.

How to Import a protocol/template in to EMIS

This short guidance will show you step-by-step how to Import a protocol/template in to EMIS.

Help for Practices

Clinical Lead: Dr Amrit Takhar

Lead Primary Care Manager: Helen Jung


CRN Eastern IT Specialists:

SystmOne: Chris Wright 

EMIS WEB: Jodie Button



For support please contact: crneoe.studysupport@nihr.ac.uk