The Physicians Research Network (PRN) facilitates research for interested and qualified physicians within Methodist Healthcare. Operating under the auspices of the Methodist Healthcare Foundation, PRN provides coordination, support services, consultation and technical assistance to investigators managing inpatient and outpatient clinical drug and device trials.

Thanks to its relationship with Methodist Healthcare, PRN has access to the patient base of one of the largest healthcare systems in the United States. Methodist Healthcare owns and operates seven hospitals within the greater metropolitan area of Memphis.