The Physicians and research staff at Nebraska Pulmonary Specialties have a strong commitment to clinical research. A clinical research trial is a scientific study that tests the effectiveness of a new medical treatment, medication or device with volunteer patients. Patient volunteers receive these investigational treatments under close supervision of a physician, our research coordinators and the sponsor of the clinical trial.
Nebraska Pulmonary Specialties provides the opportunity for members of the community to participate in advancing medical knowledge by offering clinical trials for pulmonary diseases. Clinical trials are essential in gathering information related to the treatment, diagnosis, and prevention of diseases or conditions.
A clinical research trial is a scientific study that tests the effectiveness and tolerability of new medical treatment, medication, or device with volunteer patients. Patient volunteers receive these investigational treatments under close supervision of a physician, our research coordinators, and the sponsor of the clinical trial.
If you are interested in learning more about clinical research or would like to see if you qualify for a study, please contact Soomnos, our research partner, at 402.486.3430.
Resource: https://www.clinicaltrials.gov
There is no cost to study participants and in most cases there is compensation for time and travel. All studies are completely voluntary and all study equipment and testing is provided by the sponsors. Visits vary but most will consist of vitals, lab work, ECG’s, Breathing tests, walking distance testing, and physical exams.