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CGM Research Trust

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Name
CGM Research Trust
Category
Complementary Services
Address
Level 3
800 Colombo Street
Christchurch Central City
Christchurch 8013
Postal Address
Same as above
Region
Canterbury
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Email
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Personnel
Manager
Nigel Gilchrist - +6433656777
Owner
CGM Research Trust
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CGM Research Trust based in Christchurch was founded in 1986 by Dr Nigel Gilchrist to give people access to a better quality of care and increase treatment options especially for the hard-to-treat medical conditions. Most of our trial focus on conditions which predominately effect older adults eg Alzheimer's Dementia, arthritic & inflammatory conditions, COPD

CGM Research conduct Clinical trials with the aim of improving therapeutic options for patients, particularly those with unmet clinical needs, and to find better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases.
Clinical trials are an essential step in a long and careful research process to develop new medications and better health care solutions for today’s patients and tomorrow’s population.
All new medicines and treatments must be tested in clinical research studies for safety +& efficacy before they can be approved by regulatory health authorities and made available for use.

“Patient safety and expert clinical care are our first priorities.”
All CGM Research trials meet strict Ministry of Health guidelines, they are monitored by the New Zealand Ethics Committee and other governing bodies for the duration of the trial to ensure all participants are appropriately treated.
Service Description
Service Description
Clinical trials are an essential step in the development of new drugs and therapeutic options for today’s patients and tomorrow’s population.

We run research trials in a broad range of conditions and are always looking for participants.

​There are many reasons to participate in a clinical trial at CGM Research:
You will be helping develop treatment options for patients with your condition.
You will have regular thorough assessments with our skilled nursing and medical staff.
You will learn more about your condition and available therapies.
You may have access to drugs and treatments not yet available to the public.
You will have medical tests relevant to your condition.
With your permission we will communicate with your GP.
Current trial include Alzheimer's Dementia, COPD. Anti-Viral for at risk patients with COVID-19, Psoriatic Arthritis

Updated: 19 Nov 2025

Suburbs/Districts/Towns Serviced
Suburbs/Districts/Towns Serviced
We conduct Clinical Research in the Canterbury area

Updated: 12 Nov 2025

Meeting the needs of older people
Meeting the needs of older people
CGM Research Trust is a clinical trials site with modern purpose-built facilities based in Christchurch New Zealand. Established in 1985 by Dr Nigel Gilchrist, to provide improved treatment options for older adults.
We run trial for Alzheimer's Dementia, memory loss, arthritis, inflammatory conditions, pain.

Updated: 11 Nov 2025

Access
Access
Access Status Details
Easy access Yes Off street parking provided We can help with transport to our site if required Large elevator Level 3 800 Colombo St City Central Christchurch enquiries@cgm.org.nz www.cgm.org.nz

Updated: 19 Nov 2025

After Hours
After Hours
After Hours Status Details
After Hours Yes There is always someone available on our After-Hours phone

Updated: 12 Nov 2025

Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
Afrikaans Yes
English Yes
Interpreter No Can be arranged

Updated: 19 Nov 2025

Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC Status Details
Police checked Yes
Other details Yes Registered Medical Specialists and experienced Registered Nurses

Updated: 12 Nov 2025

What's New
What's New
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Clinical Trial - Antiviral Medication for COVID-19

COVID-19 infections are still a major concern for many in the community, especially those who are most at risk of complications from infection. Antiviral medications can stop the virus from replicating in your body, which means your infection may not be as bad, or last as long as it would without it. If you have been told by your health professional that you are not able to take Paxlovid when you have a COVID-19 infection, you may be able to take part in this study, which offers a different antiviral medication that is not otherwise available in New Zealand.

Are you at least 75 years of age?
Do you have an increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19?
Are you immunocompromised?
Do you have multiple medical conditions?
Are you unable to take Paxlovid?
If you have answered yes to any of these questions and would like to learn more, please apply for our trial.

Find out more about us

Updated: 19 Nov 2025


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