This Podcast is designed to introduce the public to Clinical Studies, the testing of new medications and medical devices on human volunteers prior to their approval for use by the FDA. The podcast describes what clinical studies are, how they are conducted and the benefits they offer test volunteers and humanity as a whole. The episode will answer frequently asked questions regarding the clinical study process.ActivMed Clinical ResearchActivMed Practices and Research Inc. is a network of four free-standing clinical research institutions, with associated private practices. Our motto is quality care, quality data, and quality recruitment in an expedient manner.ActivMed operates four offices in Methuen, Massachusetts, Beverly, Massachusetts, Lawrence, Massachusetts, and in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The proximity and convenience of the offices gives ActivMed access to nearly 2.5 million people.ActivMed has been nationally recognized repeatedly for their excellent patient care, patient recruitment and a high standard of protocol delivery. They have also been recognized for having successfully completed over 800 clinical trials. We have developed the staff, processes, recruitment practices and facilities to meet performance expectations for Phase II, III and IV clinical research trials.What is Clinical Research?Clinical research studies can be a great opportunity for people to receive medical services at no cost and to learn more about their medical condition. Volunteers in medical research studies, in most cases, are compensated for their time and travel commitments in the form of a stipend. At Olympian Clinical Research, we ensure volunteering is a positive experience for every participant.Our friendly staff understands and recognizes that all participants in medical studies are volunteers; therefore, we respect every participant’s time and commitment. In addition to compensation, volunteers often receive diagnostic testing and careful evaluation by a board-certified medical doctor. Lastly, many volunteers find that participation in medical studies can be a great learning experience that allows them to have a better understanding of their medical condition and potential treatment options.Participation is always voluntary, and participants can choose to withdraw from a study at any time. Every medical study has different requirements, procedures, risks and benefits. See our list of enrolling study opportunities and call or apply today. Our friendly staff will gladly explain the details of study participation over the phone or by email.For PhysiciansIf you are a local physician or hospital interested in becoming an investigator, please contact our CEO at [email protected].