Singapore Clinical Research Institute (SCRI)

Family Medicine Research Network (FMRN)

1. Q: As an FMRN member, do I have to agree to conduct every FMRN research study protocol?
   A: No. You only have to review the research study protocol and attend the protocol briefing presentation. After  
       reviewing the protocol, you can then decide to participate in the study or not.
   
   
2. Q: As an FMRN member, if I choose to participate in a protocol, am I required to enroll a targeted number of patients?
   A: No. If you choose to participate in a protocol, you are not required to enroll a targeted number of patients.
   
   
3. Q: How am I compensated for my participation in a research study protocol?
   A: You will be compensated based on your time and effort for your research.
   
   
4. Q: Will I need additional insurance to be in the FMRN?
   A: No. SCRI will purchase trial or study insurance for each study to be conducted on the FMRN, which will cover   
       events attributable to the conduct of the study. This insurance is NOT a substitute for each member’s private   
       malpractice insurance.
   
   
5. Q: Can I participate in more than one study on the FMRN at the same time?
   A: Yes, as long as the studies do not compete for the same patient pool.
   
   
6. Q: Will I be named as an author on each study in which I enroll a patient?
   A: Authorship requires more than patient enrollment, collection of data and treatment of patients. Authors 
       must, for example, participate in the research study protocol design, analysis, or manuscript writing. If you 
       are interested in becoming a co-author, this should be discussed with the study Principal Investigator. SCRI 
       does not compensate for time dedicated to these scientific efforts, but they can and will be recognized by 
       authorship.
   
   
7. Q: Does being in the FMRN prevent me from being in any other research network?
   A: No. Being in the FMRN will not prevent you from joining other research networks.
   
   
8. Q: Does an FMRN member need Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training?
   A: Yes. You will be required to complete an online GCP course. SCRI will arrange and compensate for your time  
        accordingly.
   
   
9. Q: Is there a penalty for leaving the FMRN?
   A: No. You may resign for any reason at anytime upon 90 days of written notice. Any research data, materials, 
       medications, tools, or other instruments that were generated or provided by the FMRN are required to be 
       returned at the time of resignation.
   
   
10. Q: Is my FMRN membership a lifetime appointment?
    A: No. The FMRN membership is valid for 2 years. We envisaged to renew your membership with continued 
        interest and participation in FMRN events/meetings and research studies.