Health Survey Research

Commercial, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology companies turn to Westat to conduct health survey research studies.

Westat's highly experienced survey statisticians and clinical trials staff work together with study sponsors to perform various tasks:

  • Identify the most effective method to collect data based on a study's objectives and target population;
  • Design data collection instruments, whether surveys, patient diaries, or other methods;
  • Define sample size and sampling strategies to address objectives; and
  • Implement the research.

Westat uses mail, telephone, and web-based surveys to gather information.

Sample of Health Survey Research Studies

  • Survey of more than 5,000 health insurance subscribers to assess medication adherence for specific chronic diseases
  • Clinical study of the current standards of anesthesia for ambulatory surgeries and the frequency, severity, and effect on quality of life of post-operative nausea and vomiting, including subject reported outcomes via survey and diaries
  • Survey of 2,500 physicians to assess current standards for evaluating, treating, and referring patients at risk for and exhibiting symptoms of osteoporosis