IQVIA | Medical Research Studies

Targeted
Short-Term Studies

Your experience in treating a broad spectrum of illnesses contributes to improving patient care and advancing new therapeutic solutions.

Are you a physician who regularly prescribes medication? We invite you to discover our study opportunities.

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Targeted Short-Term Studies

As part of our market research studies, we invite you to share your professional insights on current medical topics. These studies explore various medical conditions and treatment options, as well as evaluate the use, perception, and future development of therapies and healthcare products.
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The content is specifically tailored to your field of expertise. Key areas of focus include:

  • Solid and hematologic cancers
  • Autoimmune diseases
  • Depression and mental health
  • Respiratory conditions
  • Rheumatology, dermatology, cardiology, neurology, and endocrinology

Physicians from almost all specialties are welcome. The time required per study typically ranges from 10 to 60 minutes.

The different types of studies offered

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Quantitative Studies

One-off surveys: These studies focus on examining a specific condition or its perception.

Tracking studies: Regularly recurring studies to capture:

  • Treatment pathways in patients
  • Medical decision-making processes
  • Patient behaviour (e.g., treatment adherence, switching, side effects)

The questionnaires used remain unchanged. Data collection is carried out at fixed intervals; monthly, quarterly, or annually.

Examples of typical study focus areas: Autoimmune diseases treated with biologics, multiple myeloma, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer

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Qualitative Studies

These studies are usually conducted online, by phone, or via video call.

Group discussions: Physicians share insights on specific topics, such as the treatment of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease or childhood myopia.

In-depth interviews: One-on-one conversations with trained moderators about diseases and current or future treatment approaches.

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PASS Studies (Post-Authorization Safety Studies)

These studies aim to identify, characterize, and evaluate potential risks to patient safety.

They help confirm the safety profile of approved medicines and assess the effectiveness of risk management measures.

This helps provide a comprehensive understanding of a medicine's safety throughout the post-marketing phase.

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KOL (Key Opinion Leader) Identification Studies

The purpose of these studies is to identify leading experts in specific medical or scientific fields and to gain deeper insights into their relevance and influence within the professional community.

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The Regulatory Framework

At IQVIA, research studies are subject to strict regulations to protect participants and ensure the integrity of the data collected.

This framework is essential to guarantee transparency, compliance with legal requirements, and adherence to ethical standards - while at the same time fostering innovation and the development of new therapies.

Your data is anonymized and processed in accordance with GDPR. No identifiable patient data is collected.

Data protection policies and handling of personal data

Before each study begins, you will be asked:

 

To ensure that participants fully understand the study’s objectives, methods, risks, and potential benefits, informed consent is essential. It guarantees that participation is voluntary and based on informed decision-making.

You will be informed, in accordance with EphMRA guidelines, about the compensation you will receive upon completion of the study and asked to provide your consent. Compensation is typically based on the estimated time required to complete the study. Participation is only possible if you agree to the compensation and the associated terms and conditions.

Key Steps to Participate in Our Studies

Invitation

As soon as a relevant study becomes available in your field of expertise, you will receive an email invitation outlining the study topic, expected duration, compensation, and participation deadline.

Access Platform

Most of our studies can be completed online through our platform. You can access it using your personal login credentials, giving you visibility into available studies, your participation history, and relevant medical content.

Screening Questions

To ensure that our studies produce relevant and reliable results, we ask for some information about your background.
This allows us to determine whether the study focus aligns with your expertise and whether key scientific criteria are met.
Your data will be used exclusively to assess study eligibility.

Main Questionnaire

This section represents the core of the study. Additional patient cases may be included on an optional basis - all fully anonymized.

Compensation

You will receive financial compensation for each study you complete. You can choose from the following options:

  • Payment to your IQVIA VISA prepaid card (IQVIA Healthcare Research Partner Program).
  • Bank transfer.

Join us – Your contribution matters

Get Involved

Your contribution plays a vital role in improving clinical practice. Take the opportunity to participate in innovative studies that drive more effective patient treatments.

Add Diversity

Taking part in our studies offers you the chance to expand your professional activities, step out of your routine, and reflect on your past decisions.

Take Action Today

Contact us today to learn how you can get involved and help contribute to a healthier society.
Your Contribution Matters – Get in Touch
Would you like to take part?

If you receive visits from pharmaceutical sales representatives and practice as a general practitioner or medical specialist, we invite you to join our study.

Email: PI-sweden@iqvia.com
Phone:+46317100374

We will follow up with you personally.