What can I expect as a participant in a clinical trial?

A clinical trial is a research study conducted by a physician, usually investigating the efficacy and safety of a medication. After a pharmaceutical company conducts initial laboratory and safety studies, the medication is given to qualified study participants to evaluate potential benefits.

You will receive quality care from experienced physicians and staff at no cost to you, including a medical/physical examination, lab tests and study medications.

No insurance is required to participate.

Depending on the type of study you are enrolling in, you may be able to stay at your home and make regular office visits to the Accurate facility.

In some cases, you may stay on-site at the facility for the course of the study; length of time varies by study type. This information will be available before you commit to the study.

If you do stay on-site, you will receive food, medications and study-related evaluations at no cost to you.

You may be eligible for payment for compensation for your time and/or travel during the study. This information will be available before you commit to the study.

Your personal physician can help you determine if participation in a clinical study is right for you.