About Clinical Research

Why Participate in a Clinical Trial

People participate in clinical trials for a variety of reasons. Healthy volunteers say they participate to help others and to contribute to moving science forward. Participants with an illness or disease also participate to help others, but also to possibly receive the newest treatment and to have the additional care and attention from the clinical trial staff.

Clinical trials offer hope for many people and an opportunity to help researchers find better treatments for others in the future. In some cases, your participation may even lead to finding a cure for potentially life-threatening diseases.

What should I know before I volunteer?

  • Clinical trials are carried out in a step-by-step process to ensure that each participant receives careful medical attention from beginning to end.
  • We understand and recognize that all participants in medical studies are volunteers; therefore, we respect every participant’s time and commitment.
  • Participation is always voluntary, and participants can choose to withdraw from a study at any time.
  • There are rigorous patient safety guidelines and operational oversight.


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    What our patients say about us

    • “The entire staff is wonderful! Professional, caring, easygoing, you name it. Always felt welcome and well taken care of.”

    • “Because everyone is so friendly and they look out for you and make everything stressed free and I like that every time I come.”

    • “Everyone was friendly, efficient and informative. The process was smooth, and any questions that I had were answered.”

    • “My visit was timely. The nurse was helpful and I was informed of each step.”

    • “The staff is always professional. Got seen right away and was treated with respect.”

    • “Staff is very professional and valued my time.”

    • “I was promptly taken back to meet with the coordinator and they're very respectful of my time and I was in and out very quickly”

    • “Professional and friendly staff, answered all my questions thoroughly and were efficient in moving the screening process along.”

    • “The staff made me feel comfortable, they explained everything to me with confidence, they worked together as a team, they…

    • “The staff was always very supportive and answered questions regarding the study or life in general. Made sure I got…

    • “Friendly and helpful people. Comfortable facilities. Predictable time schedule”

    • “Everyone was professional and polite! The facility was clean and comfortable.”

    • “It was well run. The appointment started on-time, and the Dr and staff inff were ready and prepared. In short…

    • “Very organized and the process was straight forward. All my questions answered. Looking forward to the next step.”

    • “This was a very pleasant endeavor. Testing was simple, quick and easy. The technician went over the printed results shortly…

    • “Thorough checkup by doctor and nurse. All questions answered and comfortable feeling for their expertise.”

    • “Staff was extremely friendly and professional. All procedures were very well explained. A very enjoyable and comfortable appointment. A very…

    • “I thoroughly enjoyed participating in this study. The visits were all very pleasant, the staff members were thorough, professional, and…

    • “The staff is so friendly and kind. Lots of smiles ! Makes me very comfortable!”

    • “I have been going to Coastal Carolina Research for several weeks while being involved in a study. Everyone there has…

    • Always a most pleasant experience! Staff is outstanding and very professional

    • Staff from front desk all the way through the office were knowledgeable and very professional.

    • Everyone is very professional and treats people how they would like to be treated. I highly recommend them!

    • "Everyone was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful throughout the entire process. I would recommend Accel to anyone interested in a study."

    • "All staff were both professional and personable! We were made aware of all possible expectations and outcomes. We would gladly…

    • "I can't say enough good things about the staff there, they are all so kind and thoughtful. I enjoy it when I go to report there. 

    • "Staff were organized. Paperwork was clearly marked and easy to read and follow. Staff also verbally explained what each form…

    • "all of the staff are extremely friendly and very informative. They were very courteous and helpful and offered me throughout my visit"

    • "The staff were very pleasant and efficient. My appointment was a long one, and they went out of their way…

    • Pleasant professional staff in a nice facility — looking forward to my next in-person visit!

    • As usual, very friendly and informative. The front desk is extremely pleasant and always has a smile. All of the…

    • The staff was very kind and easy to talk to. I was able to ask questions and they answered and explained them so I could understand.

    • The staff is always friendly and ingaging which is a great way to start the day. [The nurse] is respectful…

    • Everyone is very friendly & nice. The doctor was great in explaining everything. The blood draw was painless. A very pleasant experience

    • Everyone is attentive and welcoming. You are kept informed on your trial progress.

    • The med. staff, office staff & doctors are excellent. Very personable! Processes are clear, concise & efficient.

    • They were prompt and quickly saw me at my appt time. I had several questions which they answered in detail.…

    • We are always so impressed and appreciative of the wonderful care that I get at each visit. The staff is…

    Find a Trial Near You

    Be part of our clinical studies. Locate a trial near you or search by medical conditions to find the study that suits your needs.

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    Find a research site in our network near you.

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    What are the benefits?

    Take a more active role in your health care

    • You’ll have access to medical staff with frequent health check-ups throughout a study.
    • You may be given new medications or have access to devices or procedures before they are widely available.
    • You will learn more about what health resources are available to you, such as support groups and educational literature.

    No-cost alternative option

    • You may receive tests, such as lab work, for free.
    • Most studies offer compensation for time and travel.
    • No insurance is required.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • What are clinical trials?

      A: Clinical research and clinical trials look at new ways to prevent, detect, or treat disease. Clinical trials can study:

      • New medication or new combinations of medications
      • New ways of doing surgery
      • New medical devices
      • New ways to use existing treatments
      • New ways to change behaviors to improve health
      • New ways to improve the quality of life for people with acute or chronic illnesses

      The goal of clinical trials is to determine if these treatments, prevention, and behavior approaches are safe and effective. People take part in clinical trials for many reasons. Healthy volunteers say they take part to help others and to contribute to moving science forward. People with an illness or disease also take part to help others, but also to possibly receive the newest treatment and to have added or extra care and attention from the clinical trial staff. Clinical trials offer hope for many people and a chance to help researchers find better treatments for others.

    • How does clinical research make a difference to me and my family?

      A: Clinical research allows medical professionals to gain insights and answers about the safety and effectiveness of treatments and procedures. Groundbreaking scientific advances in the present and the past were possible only because of the participation of volunteers, both healthy and those with an illness, in clinical research.

      Clinical research requires complex and rigorous testing in collaboration with communities that are affected by the disease. As research opens new doors to finding ways to diagnose, prevent, treat, or cure disease and disability, clinical trial participation is essential to help us find the answers.

    • Who can take part in clinical trials?

      A: Many different types of people take part in clinical trials. Some are healthy, while others may have medical conditions. Participants may be all ages, from infants to older adults. All clinical trials have certain criteria that must be met to be eligible. Call to speak to one of our specialized recruiters or medically trained staff to see if you may qualify for any of our clinical trials. If you don’t qualify for a current trial, we can keep your information for future participation.

    • Will I be compensated for my time and travel?

      A: Yes, at the completion of study visits you will be compensated for you time and travel. Compensation varies per trial and per type of visit. Your compensation will be clearly marked and explained in your study Informed Consent (ICF) at the start of your trial. A copy of your ICF will be provided to you for reference and you can contact our site staff for any questions or concerns regarding your payments and payment cards at any time.

    • What is informed consent?

      A: Informed consent is the process of providing you with key information about a research study before you decide whether to participate. To help you decide whether to take part, members of the research team will explain the details of the study. If you do not understand English, a translator or interpreter may be provided. During the informed consent process, the study team, including the physician overseeing the trial will discuss with you the risks and benefits associated with being a volunteer. They will share with you details about the study such as known safety information, the purpose of the trial, how long it is expected to last, any tests or procedures that will be done along with the expectations for you as a participant.

      You can then decide whether to sign the document. Included on the informed consent form is contact information if you have any further questions, but we hope your clinical trial team will be able to answer them all for you. It is important to know that participating in a clinical trial is always voluntary, and you may leave the study at any time.

    • What is an Institutional Review Board?

      A: Clinical trials are approved and monitored by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) to ensure that the risks are reduced and are outweighed by potential benefits. IRBs are committees that are responsible for reviewing research to protect the rights and safety of people who take part in research, both before the research starts and as it proceeds.