Clinical Trials, Medical Studies & Health Surveys
Medical research being an integral part of the Rochester healthcare landscape, the Rochester-area offers many opportunities for individuals and patients to participate in important and ongoing clinical research in the form of Clinical Trials. Displayed below are current Clinical Trials recruiting local study participants—click on the notices to be directed to the company website for more information. For information on understanding Clinical Trials please visit Understanding Clinical Trials. Click ClinicalTrials.gov to search a registry of federally and privately supported clinical trials conducted in the United States. ClinicalTrials.gov is a service of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Organizations wishing to display current or future Clinical Trials that are actively recruiting local study participants should contact Rochester Health and a RH representative will contact you with further information.
Dental Implant Study (Study Number 14845)
If you have a full lower denture (no teeth present) and are eligible to receive dental implants as part of your regular dental care, you may qualify for the study. Researchers at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health are evaluating the effectiveness of a comprehensive dental implant training program for General Dentistry residents.
Contact: Rita Cacciato 585-275-9001
Related website: University of Rochester - Eastman Dental
Submitted by: University of Rochester - Eastman Dental 4/22/2010
Dental Implant Study (Study Number 22976)
The purpose of this study is to look at how effective a short dental implant is compared to a long dental implant. If you are missing teeth in the back of your mouth you may qualify for a dental implant study. Researchers at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health are looking for subjects who may qualify for dental implants. Volunteers will be reimbursed $15 at the 6 month recall visit, $20 at 12 months and $35 at 24 months.
Contact: Rita Cacciato 585-275-9001
Related website: University of Rochester - Eastman Dental
Submitted by: University of Rochester - Eastman Dental 4/22/2010
Birth Control: Tired of monthly periods? This study is meant to decrease the frequency and severity of breakthrough bleeding associated with your period.
Criteria:Women Ages 18-40, Sexually Active, No history of diabetes, Desire Birth Control Medication. Compensation: $400 Participation is at no cost to clinical trial participants. Health insurance is NOT needed.
Contact: Jane VandeSande and Deborah Lovett (Patient Volunteer Specialists) 585-288-0890
Related website: Rochester Clinical Research
Submitted by: Rochester Clinical Research 1/19/2010
Cold Sores (12-17 year olds): The purpose of this research study is to examine the safety and efficacy of a single dose of a marketed medication, Famvir® (famciclovir), in adolescents 12 to 17 years of age for the treatment of cold sores. The study will have up to 4 visits to our office and 1 brief phone call.
Criteria: To qualify for this study you must be between 12 and 17 years old and get at least 1 cold sore per year. Compensation: $175 All health evaluations and study medication are at no cost to you.
Contact: Jane VandeSande and Deborah Lovett (Patient Volunteer Specialists) 585-288-0890
Related website: Rochester Clinical Research
Submitted by: Rochester Clinical Research 1/19/2010
Menstrual Migraines Research Study
The purpose of this research study is to compare the number and severity of menstrual migraine headaches when taking a daily dose of a marketed birth control medication versus placebo. The migraine must be associated with the onset of or during the menstrual cycle in at least 4 menstrual cycles over a 6 month period. You must weigh less than 200 lbs to qualify. The study could last up to 18 weeks with 5 visits to our office. All procedures, physical exams, and study medication are at no cost to you. You will be compensated up to a total of $175.00 prorated at $35.00 per completed visit.
Contact: Jane VandeSande and Deborah Lovett (Patient Volunteer Specialists) 585-288-0890
Related website: Rochester Clinical Research
Submitted by: Rochester Clinical Research 1/29/2010
Type 2 Diabetes Research Study
The purpose of this research study is to examine the safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication compared to a marketed medication when taken with metformin for the treatment of Type II diabetes. To qualify for initial entry into the study you must have Type II diabetes and be taking metformin. All subjects will receive a glucometer to monitor your glucose daily. At the first visit you will read and sign an informed consent form to participate in the study and a physical exam, height and weight, blood pressure and pulse, and fasting lab tests will be done. All procedures, physical exams, and study medication are at NO COST to you. The study will last approximately 2 years. You will be compensated up to a total of $690.00, prorated at $30.00 per completed visit.
Contact: Jane VandeSande and Deborah Lovett (Patient Volunteer Specialists) 585-288-0890
Related website: Rochester Clinical Research
Submitted by: Rochester Clinical Research 1/29/2010
Disclaimer
The Clinical Trials listed above are displayed as a public service. Legal responsibility and clinical oversight associated with the conduct of the Clinical Trials rests with the organizations referenced.
What is a Clinical Trial?
A clinical trial is a controlled scientific study done with an investigational medication to test the medication's effectiveness and safety on human beings. Many years are spent testing medications in the laboratory and in animal research to determine the medication's safety and usefulness before clinical trials are conducted to determine the medication's effect on humans. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires clinical trials on all medication before they will approve a medication for public use. Clinical trials help us find better and new ways to treat illness and disease.
