DDC Research has conducted studies in the areas of health and public safety on a continuous basis since 1983. The Federal Government has contracted with DDC at least once every year since 1985 for research in this area. Private sector
studies have involved both large and small scale data collection efforts, within the Washington, DC area (Kohlman/INOVA Health System), and in various areas throughout the country (The Research Group/Public Opinion of the Medical Profession/Nationwide; Hamilton Associates/Physicians in Pennsylvania).

Study areas:

Accident Investigations
Insurance Planning Studies
Psychiatric Hospital Market Potential
Physician Interviews
Consumer Awareness/Image/Medical Facilities

Research Methods:

In-Depth Interviewing
Telephone Surveys
Mail Questionnaires

Selected Investigations:

All-Terrain vehicles
Baby walkers
Bedding
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Chain saws
Child disabilities
Child poisonings
Child submersions
Cribs
Drain cleaners
Fire/burn
Fireworks
Garage doors
Jet skis
Ladders
Medical devices
Nail guns