Multi-Specialty Clinical Research
The physicians and providers at College Park Family Care
Center have a strong commitment to provide their patients
with the most current, up-to-date choices of medication
available, and to stay on the cutting-edge of new medicines.
The Research Department was formed in 1995 to better serve
the health needs of our community and the pharmaceutical
industry. The research staff consists of select physicians,
physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and research
nurses committed to ensuring that your research experience
is safe, pleasant, and confidential.
A clinical trial is a carefully designed study that involves
people like you who volunteer to receive investigational
medication under close supervision by a physician and
other research professionals. Pharmaeutical and biotechnology
companies have developed these treatments. These companies
have then selected physicians, also called investigators,
who are qualified to conduct clinical trials. It is through
these trials that investigational drugs may show their
benefits. Clinical trials may also continue after a drug
is FDA approved. Studies are conducted that compare the
new drug (in terms of its safety, effectiveness and cost)
to other drugs already on the market. Other research studies
may determine if a therapy can be administered to children
or special populations.
Clinical Research studies conducted at College Park Family
Care Center over the years have lead to the FDA approval
of many new medications, such as: Nasonex, Claritin, Clarinex,
Zomig, Imitrex, Serevent, Advair, Glucovance, Atrovent
Nasal Spray, and Prilosec.
None of these medications would be available to consumers
today, were it not for the help of hundreds of people
like you, who care enough to contribute your time and
energy to the advancement of medical knowledge.
A clinical trial presents a unique opportunity to participate
in innovative research, utilizing a promising new medication
or device. Since patients are seen frequently, they receive
very thorough health care. In addition to free medical
care including physical exams, lab tests, X-rays, and
study medication, patients are also paid for their participation.
Patients in medical research studies gain an increased
understanding of their disease process. Every volunteer
in a clinical trial is extremely valuable and important.
Without volunteers, there would be no new drugs to fight
diseases and ailments. By participating in a clinical
trial, you are helping yourself and others like you live
longer and healthier lives now and far into the future.
Take a few minutes to browse through the health indications
listed to learn about research studies offered at our
facility. If interested in participating, or learning
more about a particular clinical trial, contact the research
staff at (913)469-9887.
The research staff will discuss the study with you and
answer any questions you may have. Based on this information,
you will be able to determine if the study would benefit
you and your medical needs.
If you are a potential candidate for the clinical trial,
you will be scheduled for a screening visit to determine
your eligibility. Prior to any procedures being preformed,
you will read an informed consent document and again be
given an opportunity to receive answers to any questions
you may have. If you qualify, you will be enrolled in
the study, which will require some time and cooperation
on your part. For example, most studies will require that
you be scheduled for several office visits, use the provided
study medication, and record symptoms in a provided study
diary. After a study visit, a check will be mailed to
your home. Compensation varies from study to study, and
is usually based on the procedures involved at the study
visit and the amount of time required.
For more information, please contact the Research Department
at (913)469-9887, or click
here to send an email.
