University of Leeds
The University of Leeds undertakes research that addresses some of the current clinical challenges in palliative care, which can be summarised as improving the management of pain for patients in the community, and evaluating clinical decision making and interventions during end of life care. For more information please visit the Faculty of Medicine and Health’s website here.
Leeds Community ReSPECT Audit
Commissioned by the LPCN and conducted by the University of Leeds, this service evaluation examined how the ReSPECT process is implemented across primary care and community services in Leeds. It aimed to identify what works well, for whom, and where improvements are needed, incorporating the perspectives of patients, carers, and health professionals. This study was completed between July 2025 and April 2026
Follow the links below to see what we learned from patients, carers and health professionals.
ReSPECT Community Audit - Full Report
