Home

Patients & clinical trials

Understand the study before deciding whether to participate.

Clinical trials evaluate investigational medicines, devices, procedures, or approaches to care. Participation is voluntary, and each study has its own eligibility requirements, procedures, potential risks, and potential benefits.

Ask about research opportunities

What to expect

A decision made with information—not pressure.

ClinRé works to make clinical-trial information understandable, participation pathways easier to navigate, and communication more responsive. Study-specific support may vary, but every potential participant should understand the purpose of the study, what participation involves, the possible risks and benefits, and their right to decline or withdraw.

01

Initial inquiry

Share basic contact information and the type of research opportunity you are interested in.

02

Eligibility review

A study team may ask questions to determine whether a particular trial could be appropriate.

03

Informed consent

Before enrollment, the study team explains the study so a potential participant can ask questions and decide voluntarily.

04

Study participation

Participants complete visits, tests, and follow-up defined by the protocol. Reimbursement or compensation—if any—depends on the study.

Important to know

Clinical research is not guaranteed treatment.

Investigational therapies or devices may or may not provide a direct medical benefit. Known and potential risks, alternatives, study procedures, privacy protections, and your right to withdraw should be explained before you decide.

Insurance is generally not required to participate in a clinical trial. Reimbursement or compensation, when available, varies by study and will be explained before enrollment.

Questions worth asking

Take these to the study team.

01What is the purpose of this study?
02What will happen during each visit?
03What are the known and potential risks and benefits?
04What alternatives do I have if I do not participate?
05Who should I contact if I have a question or concern?
06Will I have any costs, reimbursement, or compensation?

Research opportunities

Ask a question without sharing medical details online.

Patient inquiry