The DOPPS is coordinated by the Arbor Research Collaborative for Health
(Arbor Research) in collaboration
with investigators in each of the DOPPS countries (Australia,
Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, New Zealand,
Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States).
Arbor Research is a non-profit organization, located in Ann Arbor,
Michigan, focused on conducting health-outcomes research utilizing
a multidisciplinary approach with expertise in epidemiology,
biostatistics, medicine, and health economics.
- DOPPS Study Coordinating Committee: The Arbor Research Amgen Study Coordinating Committee provides oversight for the study and guidance on the DOPPS research and publications.
- DOPPS Coordinating Centers: The project team members of the DOPPS Coordinating Center manage the daily operations of the DOPPS. Overseeing the data collection worldwide, project team members recruit new facilities and work to ensure successful data collection at participating facilities.
- DOPPS Country Investigators: Representing a panel of experts in nephrology in each of our DOPPS countries, Investigators provide country specific guidance for DOPPS researchers and data collectors.
- DOPPS Advisory Board: The DOPPS Advisory Board is a panel of experts in ESRD research who represent a variety of health disciplines and provide insight and guidance for the DOPPS.
The DOPPS is supported by research grants from Amgen and Kirin Pharma without restrictions on publications.