Questions about Clinical Trials

1. What are the different phases and types of clinical trials? 

2. What is informed consent? 

3. What else do I need to know before I enroll in a clinical trial? 

4. Is there a clinical trial you can suggest for me? If so, why? 

5. How can I find out more about this trial? 

6. Where do I need to go to be part of the trial? Do I have to travel? How often do I need to be seen? 

7. What are the pros and cons of this trial? 

8. What is a placebo? Will I get a placebo? 

9. What costs are covered by the trial? What additional costs should I expect? Will insurance cover the cost to participate in this trial? If not, is there financial assistance available? 

10. What happens when the study ends? Is there long-term follow-up care? If the treatment is working for me, can I continue to get it after the study ends?