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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTSION
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| How do I volunteer for a research study? |
Gather together your medical history and give us a call. Our nursing staff can interview you and inform you of available programs. If you take any medication or see a doctor regularly, have this information handy when you call. This information will better aid our staff in quickly assessing research opportunities for you. |
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| Where can I find your offices? |
| We have four dedicated research offices in the North Florida area and two on the West Coast of Florida, just above Tampa. A large number of local physicians work with us to conduct clinical trials in their areas of expertise. Click here for additional information about each office. |
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| Why doesn't it cost anything? |
| Research is funded through medical grants to cover the cost of physician visits and medical procedures. There is no cost to the patient or any insurance plans for research related procedures. The Food and Drug Administration require that these services be provided free of charge to the patient by companies that seek to use medical information to support FDA approval of medical products or medical claims. This can be explained in detail if you wish when you call to arrange a meeting with a research coordinator. |
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| Who should I call? |
| Our experienced staff recruiters accept calls during business hours to interview and inform you on available trials. At times there may be over 100 enrolling studies at our sites, so please have your medical history and medications at your fingertips – that will enable our staff can help you select a program. |
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| What are the current studies I can be a part of? |
| Currently there are programs for patients with many medical conditions. Contact our staff at to learn what is available now. You may also contact the recruiters via e-mail also. |
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| When are you open? |
| Generally we are open from 08:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Some studies require fasting laboratory visits, or have different hours depending on the protocol requirements. Please call our office for more details. |
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