For patients
What taking part actually involves, in plain language — what it costs, who decides whether you qualify, and what you are entitled to at every point.
What a clinical trial actually is
A carefully monitored research study that tests whether a treatment is safe and whether it works. Every medication in your pharmacy exists because people took part in one. Trials follow a written protocol, are reviewed by an independent ethics board before anyone is approached, and are run by trained medical staff.
Who can take part
Every study sets its own criteria — age, diagnosis, current medications, health history. That is what screening is for: a short phone call, then a screening visit at no cost where our medical staff work out whether a study fits you. If one does not, another may, and we keep you in mind as new studies open.
What taking part is like
Before anything begins you get the whole study in writing — purpose, schedule, procedures, compensation — and as long as you want to read it and ask questions. During the study you come in for scheduled visits where the team monitors your health, usually more closely than routine care does.
Questions people ask
Does it cost anything?
No. Study-related visits, tests, procedures and study medication are provided at no cost. You never need insurance, and we never ask for payment information.
Will I be paid?
Yes. You are compensated for your time and travel at each completed visit. The amount varies by study and is explained in writing before you enrol.
Is it safe?
Every study is reviewed and approved by an Institutional Review Board — an independent ethics committee — and run under FDA regulations. Your safety is monitored at every visit.
Can I stop if I change my mind?
Always. Taking part is voluntary and you can withdraw at any time, for any reason, without penalty and without affecting your regular medical care.
Will my information stay private?
Yes. Your health information is protected under HIPAA. Study data is coded, and never shared with your name attached.
What if I do not qualify?
We screen you against every study we have open and every one coming. If this one is not a fit, another may be.
Ready to see what is open, or would you rather ask a person?