Clinical Data Repository (CDR)

Using the rich clinical data collected in our in-patient and out-patient medical records is an efficient tool for many research questions ranging from assessing treatment effects to investigating changes in health service delivery. But, historically, accessing and navigating these data has been a challenge.

The Translational Science Institute is now offering new resources to help researchers gain access and pull the data they need. Ongoing efforts will further refine the research utility of the Clinical Data Repository.

GET STARTED: Please review the brief information provided below to help guide you in the process:

• Where does the data in the CDR originate? DATA SOURCES
• Major subsets of data contained in the CDR are linked here. DATA SUBSETS
• What are some of the core elements of data in the repository? CORE ELEMENTS
• Information about data elements in the CDR. DATA FAQs
• Decision Support Service's Data Dictionary for the Medical Center's Clinical Data Repository. DATA DICTIONARY

SUBMIT A REQUEST:  Complete the online TSI REQUEST FORM to initiate the process.

Important to Note:  Research using the CDR requires IRB approval. Your CDR request will be processed upon receipt, however, IRB approval or qualification for an exemption must be provided before data can be released.

While many secondary data analyses of clinical data qualify for expedited or exempt IRB status, a protocol must still be filed. Two exceptions to IRB filing are data which is preparatory to research and non-research quality improvement projects.

If you need help submitting an IRB application, contact the Research Facilitation Unit (RFU) at tsi@wfubmc.edu.