Research and Development

Members of the clinical team at Heatherwood have been involved in published research, and are involved in research project design and implementation.

Such articles include:

"The C/C genotype of the C957T polymorphism of the dopamine D2 receptor is associated with schizophrenia"

"Prolactin levels in antipsychotic treatment of patients with schizophrenia carrying the DRD2*A1 allele"

"Smoking and schizophrenia: is symptom profile related to smoking and which antipsychotic medication is of benefit in reducing cigarette use?"

"Strategies for Improving Adherence to Second-Generation Antipsychotics By Increasing Ease of Use in Patients With Schizophrenia"

"Symptom domains of schizophrenia: the role of atypical antipsychotic agents"

The staff of Heatherwood Court will have excellent access to current research through membership of medical libraries and professional journals. There is a regular journal club meeting within Ludlow Street Healthcare Group where papers are evaluated and discussed in relation to their application to clinical practice.

Health professionals belong to relevant special interest groups and regularly attend conferences as part of continuing professional development.