Participants

These clinical research studies may lead to the development of new medications, determine the best dose, as well as establish safety and efficacy.

By finding the study that is right for you, you are helping to develop treatments that may improve your quality of life and that of patients around the world.

You may also receive financial compensation for travel expenses and involvement in the study.

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What's in it for you?

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Your health
Participate in a trial study that could improve your quality of life.
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Compensation
Receive financial compensation for your travel expenses and involvement in the study, as per the study’s compensation guidelines.
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Access to care
Receive a timely consultation with a specialist and benefit from medical expertise and follow-up appointments.
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Safeguards
All clinical studies are reviewed by independent ethics committees and by regulatory agencies specific to each region (e.g. Health Canada, FDA, EMA, etc.)
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Contribution to science
Help the advancement of research by promoting the discovery and development of new treatments and medications.
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Confidentiality
Your identity and participant information will remain confidential even after the study is completed.

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Clinical Trials: Typical Process

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Search clinical trials
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See if you qualify online
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Reach out to the study team nearest you.
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Ask questions
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Book your appointment

What should I expect during a clinical trial?

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Exploration
First, navigate throughout the Clinago platform and get acquainted with all the available studies near you – See our list of studies here. (online)
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Online evaluation
When you are ready, fill out the study pre-evaluation form and select your preferred clinic. (online)
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Preliminary discussion with a study professional (pre-screening)
Your selected clinic will share study information with you and ask some additional questions. This evaluation will determine your eligibility. (over the phone or in-person)
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Screening
A detailed evaluation to confirm your eligibility for the study. This visit may occur at the same time as the pre-screening to reduce your travel. (in-person)
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During the study
You will have appointments and follow-ups; these will vary depending on the study. (mostly in-person, some by phone)
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End of study
Last visit and discussion on further options for you. (in-person)
Participants' story

Research participant since 2021

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My boundaries are their boundaries.

There is no obligation, and they respect my limitations. We have free will and we feel like we're making a difference.

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I have been participating in clinical studies for 20 years.

I come here for my health; the frequent medical follow-ups make me feel secure. We are taken care of, the people are very courteous, and we are always well treated.

Participants' story

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I feel confident

The safety and health of the patient is essential and paramount. I am completely satisfied.

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Excellent experience, exceptional.

Everything is always clear, professional, discreet and impeccable.

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I am proud to contribute to research for a skin condition that has affected me for a long time.

Good staff, efficient and organized.

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Participating in a trial allowed me to learn more about my condition and contribute to research.

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Frequently Asked
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Before joining a clinical study, you must first qualify for the study. All clinical studies have guidelines about who can participate to ensure it is for you. The use of inclusion/exclusion criteria is an important principle of clinical research that selects the proper participants. The factors that allow you to participate in a clinical study are called “inclusion criteria” and those that disallow you from participating are called “exclusion criteria.”

These criteria are based on such factors as age, the type and stage of disease, previous treatment history, and other medical conditions. Some research studies seek subjects with illnesses or conditions to be studied, while others need healthy subjects. It’s not personal! Inclusion and exclusion criteria are not used to reject potential participants. Instead, they are used to identify the right subjects and keep them safe.

The criteria help ensure that researchers will be able to answer the questions posed in the study.

Benefits

Clinical studies are designed and executed to allow eligible subjects to:

  • Play an active role in their own healthcare
  • Gain access to new research treatments before they are widely available
  • Obtain expert medical care at healthcare facilities during the study
  • Help others by contributing to medical research

Risks

There are risks to clinical studies, including:

  • Possible unpleasant, serious or even life-threatening side effects from the experimental treatment
  • Ineffectiveness: the experimental treatment may not be effective for you
  • Time spent: The study may require your time and attention, due to multiple visits to the study site, frequent treatments or hospital stays, etc.

The ethical and legal codes that govern medical practice also apply to clinical studies. In addition, most clinical research is federally regulated with built-in safeguards to protect participants.

The study follows a carefully controlled protocol—a study plan that details what researchers will do in the study. As a clinical study progresses, researchers will report any unexpected events of the study to various government agencies and ethics boards, who will in turn, decide if the study should continue or not. Individuals’ names will remain confidential and will not be mentioned in these reports.

It is important that you feel informed and comfortable about clinical trials before participating. You are encouraged to ask the members of the healthcare team questions about the study and the treatment you will receive while you’re in a study. The following questions might be helpful for you to discuss with the healthcare team.

Some of the answers to these questions are also found in the informed consent document.

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