Clinical Trials

What is a Clinical Trial?

A clinical trial is a special type of clinical study, like an experiment, that investigates the safety and effectiveness of a drug using human volunteers. All drugs have to pass many phases of clinical trials before they can be prescribed by a doctor. Clinical trials can only be conducted if they have been reviewed and approved by Health Canada and a local ethics committee.

 

How do I get involved in Clinical Trials?

If you are afflicted with a skin condition that our Dermatologists are investigating, you can reach out to our Research Department to schedule an assessment. If you agree to participate in a clinical trial, you will be asked to attend scheduled visits, take prescribed medication, and sometimes answer questions about your health at home.

 

How do I qualify for a Clinical Trial?

If you have been diagnosed with any of the below-listed conditions and your regular therapy is not working or you would like a second opinion, contact our Research Department to schedule an assessment.

  1. Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema
  2. Psoriasis
  3. Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
  4. Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
  5. Hidradenitis Suppurativa
  6. Facial Acne Scars
  7. Vitiligo
  8. Prurigo Nodularis.

Research Coordinator contact information
Email: rebecca@raoderm.com; Phone: 587-487-0187