Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN)
Aim of PPA PBRN
To facilitate completion of high quality collaborative pediatric research among the PPA membership.
PBRN Leadership (2026-2027)
Current PBRN-Sponsored Projects
- DNAase for non-CF indications
- VTE prophylaxis in children
- Evaluation of outpatient medications at neonatal intensive care unit discharge: a descriptive analysis of frequency, quantity, and type of medications
Previous PBRN-Sponsored Projects
Inhaled Tobramycin Usage in Critically Ill Pediatric Patients Without Cystic Fibrosis: A Pediatric Pharmacy-Association, Practice-Based Research Network Survey Study
Johnson PN, et al. J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther. 2025;30:332-339
Delirium Assessment Treatment Strategies in Critically Ill Pediatric Patients: A survey study
Bradford C, et al. J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther. 2023;28:540-52.
Assessment of regional antibiogram data to describe national/international susceptibility patterns for MRSA, S. pneumoniae, and urine isolates of E. Coli and Klebsiella sp
Stulz JS, et al. J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther. 2022;27:330-9.
Submission of New PBRN Project Proposals
The PPA Practice Based Research Network (PBRN) is soliciting submissions for potential multi-center surveys and research projects. The aim of the PBRN is to aid PPA members in overcoming barriers to research and foster collaboration among the membership. The PBRN encourages members to submit proposals via submission form available on the PPA website. These will be reviewed by the PBRN to determine feasibility and to connect interested participants in the projects.
Please complete the PBRN Project Proposal submission form to have your project considered. Project proposals are reviewed on a rolling basis.