Bringing the academic disciplines closer together under the DDC concept should provide a powerful platform for collaboration in patient care, research, professional educational and health promotion. Our Address Medical Univ. Research facilities include a computer network and informatics laboratory and a technical research laboratory located in the Strom Thurmond Building. The DDC also has resource links with the Department of Biometry, the Clinical Trials Center, the Center for Health Services Research, the Hollings Cancer Center, the College of Charleston, Clemson University, and Trident Technical College. The transfer of technologies from other specialties is also facilitated.
Equipment is tested on the bench and in models.
When appropriate, new techniques and equipment are brought to clinical trial. The DDC places great emphasis on performance improvement and clinical research studies. Close association with the Department of Biometry, The Clinical Innovation Group and the Center for Health Services Research has generated numerous projects. The goal is to improve digestive health by educating ourselves, our colleagues, our patients, and the public. Several conferences are held throughout each week.