Why Participate

Volunteering for a Clinical Trial

People like yourself want to learn more about clinical research and how to participate in a study that may benefit you or someone you love.

As a volunteer in a clinical trial, you help in the development of new medical therapies – therapies that will offer better treatments and even cures for life-threatening and chronic diseases.
People volunteer to participate in a clinical trial for a number of reasons:

You may get involved in a trial because you simply want to help in the advancement of science.
You may be suffering from a disease for which a beneficial treatment does not exist presently.
You may join a clinical trial hoping to get improved medical care.
You may not have health insurance and clinical trials are a way to get affordable medical care.

Whatever reason you choose, you may have questions about clinical trials and drug research. Speak to your physician and research center’s staff if you have any questions before you volunteer.
It’s important that you make an informed choice about volunteering for a clinical trial. Please follow the links below for answers to your questions. If you require further information, please call us at 866-701-ENDO (3636).

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What is a clinical trial?

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What questions should be asked before choosing to partipate?

What is informed consent?

What are the benefits and risks of joining a trial?

Does information remain confidential and private?

What can I expect once I’ve joined a trial?

What happens after the trial?