Frequently Asked Questions
What is usually involved when someone enrolls in a study?
Participants are often pre-screened and educated about the study by telephone
or in the clinic. A memory of our research staff will review that study and obtain
consent in a confidential meeting. Often the first visit includes medical questionnaires,
a physical, bloodwork, EKG or MRI scan, memory assessments, and assessments of
mood and daily functioning. Return visits are anywhere from monthly to every
3-6 months, depending on the study and its length. Some studies last 9 weeks
and some 2-3 years.
Do I continue to see my own doctors while in a study?
Yes. You would
continue to see your own doctors
while in the study. We encourage
participants to let their doctors know about their involvement and communicate
with them regarding any medical issues that may arise.
What if I want to withdraw from a study once I'm enrolled?
You are free to withdraw from
any study at any time.
What happens after the study ends?
You will be given the option of continuing to be followed in
one of our outpatient programs (e.g., Memory Clinic)
or having us provide a summary for your health
care provider.
Are you recruiting for any studies?
Visit our clinical trial section and ongoing studies section for more information.
