WHAT IS A FOCUS GROUP?
A Focus Group is a round-table discussion on products and services. The discussions are moderated by market research professionals and usually last between one and two hours. Upon completion, you are given honorarium for your time and opinions
Focus groups are typically held in major metropolitan areas. When a focus group is scheduled in your region, you will be contacted with information about the session. If you are interested and available, it's your decision if you want to participate.
WHAT IS An online survey?
An online survey is a tool used to gather information regarding products and services. A link to the survey is sent to you by email; you will then simply click on the link and be directed to the survey. An online survey may have open and closed ended questions. The length of surveys may differ. Honorarium type and amount vary depending on the nature of the survey.
WHAT IS An ADVISORY BOARD?
Surgical manufacturers convene advisory boards to help them develop future initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance safe patient care. The term for an advisory board is normally one year and the time commitment and duties will vary based on the company's goals and objectives. You will know the duties, responsibilities, time commitment and honorarium prior to being asked to make a decision.
WHo can register?
AORN Works is seeking perioperative professionals of all skill levels and specialties who are currently working in a perioperative environment. You do not have to be a member of AORN to sign up.
how do i register?
You can register in our database by clicking the link on the side or bottom of this page. You will be asked to fill out the form in its entirety. By completing all the fields, it will make it easier for us to match your profile to market research activities.
IS MY INFORMATION SECURE?
Yes! Your information is confidential and will not be shared with any additional parties or used for any other purpose than market research. Our market research recruitment firm may contact you regarding participation in a focus group; however, your information is the property of AORN Works and will not be retained or used for any other purpose by the market research recruitment firm.
once i have registered, what happens?
AORN Works will match your information to the research studies, available both online and in person. When your information matches the criteria of a project request, AORN Works or its market research recruitment firm will call or email you regarding your interest and availability for the study. Depending on the project, you may be screened by a moderator or recruitment firm to confirm that you qualify for the study. If we determine you are qualified, you will be invited to participate in the market research activity.
what are my responsibilities as a market research participant?
AORN Works and its clients rely on the integrity of market research respondents to conduct accurate and meaningful research.
aorn works requests
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Be truthful in answering questions
If you are participating in a focus group, arrive for your appointment on time and ready to participate in the discussion.
Notify AORN Works if you must cancel a focus group with as much advance notice as possible.
Click here to join the AORN Works market research database.
If you'd like further information about joining the AORN Works market research database, or if you've already signed up and need to change any information, contact Vicki Faas, General Manager, at 800.755.2676 x266 or e-mail vfaas@aorn.org
Denver, CO 80231 
