Rural Connections to Research
Expanding Access. Enhancing Research. Empowering Communities.
The Rural Connections to Research (RCR) aims to reduce barriers to clinical research
participation for rural communities by enabling local access to trials and studies.
Our Research Phlebotomy Network
Intermountain Deserts Region, NV
Carson Tahoe Health, Carson City, NV
Intermountain Deserts Region, UT
Gagon Family Medicine, Price, UT
Gagon Family Medicine, Huntington, UT
Ashley Regional Medical Center, Vernal, UT
Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater, Rock Springs, WY
St. John's Health, Jackson, WY
St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Grand Junction, CO
Ashton Memorial, Ashton, ID
Island Park Medical Clinic, Island Park, ID
Madison Memorial Hospital, Rexburg, ID
St. Peter's Health, Helena, MT
The RCR is building a research network where everyone has a seat at the table.
Whether you are a patient, provider, or institution, please partner with us to bring clinical research to rural communities.
Join Our Research Network
We are actively growing our network of healthcare providers, community organizations, and research teams.
Partner with RCR to increase your impact, access clinical trials, and collaborate on initiatives that support rural populations. Together, we can expand access to rural communities.
Current Projects
RCR’s active projects prioritize innovation and expanded access, from telehealth-enabled clinical trials to community health needs assessments.
Explore how we’re advancing research in chronic disease management, vaccine availability, and more—all with rural communities at the center.
Why RCR?
Building Stronger Partnerships
RCR fosters collaboration between researchers, healthcare providers, and rural communities, creating sustainable relationships that drive long-term health improvements.
Expanding Research Opportunities
By partnering with rural communities and local healthcare systems, RCR expands access to clinical
research, making its benefits available beyond urban areas
Partnering with Rural Communities
RCR prioritizes community engagement, ensuring rural residents have a voice in shaping research that directly impacts their health and well-being.
