GULF COAST CANCER RESEARCH

We know battling cancer is challenging for you and your family, and we are dedicated to providing you with advanced and personalized care. As a member of many research networks, we are able to provide you with access to the latest clinical trials involving new investigational cancer agents.

WHAT ARE CLINICAL TRIALS?

Clinical trials are research studies conducted with people who volunteer to participate in the new testing of therapies. These studies often lead to the development of better therapies for cancer treatment.

HOW ARE CLINICAL TRIALS CONDUCTED?

Clinical research trials are designed by physicians and researchers who develop an action plan (protocol) that describes what will be done in the study, how it will be conducted and why each part of the study is necessary. Each study has eligibility criteria for who can and cannot participate in the study, which may include type of cancer, age, gender, medical history and current health status.

PROTECTING YOU

Clinical research trials are carefully reviewed to be sure the study is conducted fairly and that no one who decides to become a participant is likely to be harmed. A panel of doctors, leading researchers, community leaders and others review and approve the clinical trial.

Participation in clinical trials in completely volunary. If you agree to take part in the study, a physician or nurse from the research team will give you the important facts about the study. You will receive a written consent form explaining the study, which you have to sign in order to participate. However, even if you sign the consent form, you may stop participation in the study at any time.