Research Studies

Clinical trials are developed and performed to answer questions about the treatment of a disease. The results of a clinical trial provide information about a new treatments or new treatments added to current treatments. Information obtained includes the effectiveness, side effects and tolerability.

The physicians at Medical Consultants are currently active in clinical trial studies in the treatment of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Patients are able to receive the same cutting-edge treatment that major centers provide while remaining close to home.

All clinical trials conducted at Medical Consultants are performed under required FDA safety and ethical guidelines. The Research Committee at Medical Consultants oversees all clinical trials that are conducted. All research that is conducted has been reviewed and approved by the local Institutional Review Board at Ball Memorial Hospital or by one of the central Institutional Review Boards located across the country.

Benefits of Participating in a Clinical Trial
Patients who participate in a clinical trial help determine if the new treatment being tested is more effective than the current standard treatment. The information obtained from their participation helps determine if the treatment is effective and well tolerated. Patients enrolled in a clinical trial receive the highest quality of care. The research physician will monitor them closely during the study and in the follow-up after active treatment is complete. Patients also contribute to the future of treating many different diseases.

Clinical Studies

Cardiology Research Studies

Oncology Research Studies

Recognition:
Hoosier Oncology Group recognizes Brenda Sloan, Oncology Research Coordinator with the 2009 Sandra Turner Award. She was recognized for her professional achievements in the following areas:

Outstanding contributions to HOG protocol development

Consistent participation in HOG education opportunities

Ongoing support of the Group's interests and objectives

Direct impact on his/her participating site's patient accrual

Contact:
To obtain information about a clinical trial being conducted at Medical Consultants contact the following:

For an oncology clinical trial please contact Angie Patterson, RN, CCRP at 765-281-2107 or alpatterson@medicalconsultantspc.com

For a cardiology Clinical Trial please contact Sherry Adair, RN at 765-254-4761 or mailto:skadair@medicalconsultantspc.com?subject=Cardiology%20Clinical%20Trials

Research Studies

Call for Info

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