strategic plan strategic plan of  Clinical Research Development Unit (CRDU), 5 azar Hospital, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran Mission Quantitative and qualitative development of research in the field of clinical trials through capacitating clinical faculty members in all fields by offering regular workshops and necessary consultation in different stages of conducting a research study. Vision To create an innovative and pioneering unit in the field of clinical research and promotion of health by production of knowledge and technology in research to raise awareness and maintain promotion of public health to international standards.