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WHAT IS A CLINICAL TRIAL AND
HOW DOES IT AFFECT HEALTHCARE

A clinical research trial is a type of research study involving human participants that aims to evaluate the effects of interventions on health-related outcomes. These interventions can be new drugs, medical devices, procedures, or behavioral changes. Importance of clinical research trials:

Essential for discovering and testing new ways to prevent, detect, and treat diseases which advances the knowledge of medical treatments.

Help researchers determine if new tests or treatments are safe and effective in people, which is crucial for making informed decisions about which treatments to recommend to patients.

Contribute to medical knowledge that can benefit others in the future, and provide evidence-based information that helps healthcare providers and patients make informed decisions about their options.
Data from clinical trials are necessary for regulatory agencies like the (FDA) to approve new drugs and medical devices for use.

Some clinical trials focus on improving the quality of life for people with chronic illnesses by testing ways to manage symptoms and side effects.

Participants may also gain access to cutting-edge treatments before they are widely available.

In essence, clinical trials are the critical link between scientific discoveries and their practical application in improving human health. They are the cornerstone of medical progress, driving healthcare innovation and ensuring the development of safe and effective treatments.

OVERVIEW OF THE CLINICAL TRIAL PROCESS

The clinical trial experience can vary depending on the type of study, but every trial is guided by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals—including doctors, nurses, social workers, and other specialists.

At the start, the team will check your overall health and provide clear instructions about what to expect during the trial. Throughout the study, they will closely monitor your progress, answer your questions, and offer support. Even after the trial ends, the team may stay in touch to follow up on your health and gather important long-term information.

Some trials may require more tests or doctor visits than routine care for a condition, but you'll be supported every step of the way. Success in a clinical trial depends on carefully following the study plan (called a protocol) and maintaining open, regular communication with the research team.

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INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING

We would be happy to help you explore whether you may qualify for one of our current clinical research studies.

Each clinical trial follows specific eligibility guidelines — called inclusion and exclusion criteria —which may include factors such as age, gender, health history, or certain medical conditions. These criteria are in place to ensure participant safety and to help researchers clearly understand how the treatment being studied works, without the results being influenced by unrelated factors.

If you’re interested in learning more or would like to see if a particular trial may be a good fit for you, please don’t hesitate to contact us and to browse our available studies.

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Thank you for considering research participation. By taking part, you’re contributing to advancements in healthcare that may benefit both you and others — now and in the future.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I have to be ill to participate in a clinical trial?

While certain research studies focus on participants with specific illnesses or conditions, not all clinical trials require this. In fact, many studies actively seek and need healthy volunteers because healthy participants often provide helpful and valuable information that can be compared to people who have a particular illness or condition. Comparative data helps researchers better understand how a condition affects others.

Where do ideas for clinical trials come from?

Ideas for clinical trials come from many different places, but all of them have the goal of improving health and advancing medical understanding. Some common sources include:

Medical Research — Laboratory and early study discoveries often lead to new trials to test its effects people.

Unmet Medical Needs — When current treatments and procedures fall short, trials help explore better options.

Pharmaceuticals and Biotechs — These companies often develop new drugs or medical devices and conduct trials to test their safety and effectiveness.

Doctors and Healthcare Providers — Physicians who work directly with patients may see patterns or needs that inspire research questions and trial ideas.

Government and Public Health Agencies — Organizations like the United States of America's National Institutes of Health (NIH) support trials that address important health issues and emerging health concerns.

Patients and Advocacy Groups — People living with certain conditions, and the organizations that support them, can help drive research by highlighting areas that need more attention.

Previous Clinical Trials — One study often leads to another, and researchers may build on earlier results to explore new questions, test different populations, or evaluate long-term outcomes.

Overall, every clinical trial starts with a question, and finding the answer to that question may lead to better care, better treatments, and better outcomes for everyone.

What does a Clinical Trial Phase mean?

There are four phases of clinical trials: Phase 1 to Phase 4. Prior to these phases, “preclinical studies” are conducted, which are research studies that use animals to evaluate a drug before any testing in humans ever takes place. Below are the brief descriptions of the four phase of a clinical trial.

Phase 1 — Early trials that typically last months to a year to test a drug on a small group of people (usually less than 40 people) in order to study its safety, any possible side effects, evaluate dosages, and to determine the correct dosage.

Phase 2 — Trials that last a couple of years focused on studying a drug’s effectiveness, and gathering preliminary data on whether a drug works in patients with a specific disease or ailment. They also continue to study safety and any possible side effects.

Phase 3 — Larger trials that typically last 1-4 years with hundreds to thousands of patients that are focused on studying how a drug works in diverse populations at various dosages.

Phase 4 — Trials that are conducted after a drug has received regulatory approval, such as from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. They monitor a drug’s safety and effectiveness and in larger and more diverse populations than earlier trials did.

Overall, the process of discovering a new drug, evaluating a drug or treatment through these phases of clinical trials, and then it potentially becoming available on the market and to patients can take at least 10 years.

How are clinical trials kept safe and ethical?

Clinical trials must follow strict ethical and legal guidelines — just like regular medical care. In the United States of America, most research is federally regulated to help protect participants.

Before a clinical trial can begin, it must be approved by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) — a group of doctors, scientists, and community members who make sure the study is ethical, the risks are as low as possible, and participants’ rights are protected. The IRB continues to monitor the study as it moves forward.

Each trial also follows a detailed study plan, called a protocol, which outlines exactly what researchers will do. Throughout the study, results are shared with medical experts and government agencies — but your personal information does stay private and is never included in these reports so your participation remains anonymous.

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