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Becoming a Research Volunteer at Mercy Health Research Medical research is necessary if physicians are
to develop new medicines and treatments for human diseases. Testing the effects
of new medicines on people is vital - and required by the United States Food
and Drug Administration (FDA). Volunteers play a crucial role in advancing medicine.
Every year, thousands of human volunteers help bring new therapies to the general
public. Mercy Health Research, a division of St. John's
Mercy Health Care, wants everyone to understand how research works. By learning
the facts, people may see for themselves the safeguards that exist to protect
volunteers, and decide if participation in a medical study is right for them.
To ensure that potential study volunteers understand the process fully, Mercy
Health Research requires each to complete several steps: Step One: Call Mercy Health Research (314-251-8893
or toll-free, 1-877-883-5056) or email: MercyHealthResearch@Mercy.net. You will speak to a research coordinator,
who will ask you a series of questions to determine if you are eligible to enter
a particular study. This is called the "screening process." Step Two: Schedule A Visit. Once you pass
the screening, the research coordinator will schedule you for an appointment
to visit Mercy Health Research. There, you will learn more about the study
and research in general so you may determine if becoming a research
volunteer is right for you. Step Three: Provide Informed Consent. During your visit, you will be given a consent form to review. It is very important that you read and understand this form before proceeding further. The consent form explains who is sponsoring the study, who is allowed to join, how the study is designed, how many study-related office visits are required and the risks involved in the research. The FDA requires that you give your informed consent before any study-related procedures are performed. Signing the consent form is the final step before you are permitted to participate. Informed consent makes it clear that you are joining
a research project on a completely voluntary basis. You cannot be forced to
participate in a medical study against your will. Mercy Health Research will
not be upset or unhappy with you if you decide not to sign the informed consent.
In addition, you are not obligated to continue in a study if you feel it is
not right for you. Your may withdraw your consent at any time. Once You Start. If you are accepted into
a study, a research coordinator or the doctor in charge of the research
will see you for regular appointments. While each study is different, almost
all involve taking a study medication, participating in medical testing
and keeping records about how you, feel during the study. Frequently Asked Questions: What tests will I undergo? Is there a cost to participate? Who takes care of me during the study? Is my
own doctor involved? How do I get started? Mercy Health Research We are particularly interested in volunteers who have the following medical conditions:
If you would like a study coordinator from Mercy Health Research to contact you with more information, please complete the form below.
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