The path of scientific progress and medical breakthroughs is shaped by participants like you.
A clinical trial tests new medications, treatments, or medical devices in volunteer participants. Before reaching this stage, every treatment undergoes years of laboratory and preclinical testing and must receive FDA authorization.
At CRP, we conduct Phase 2 through Phase 4 trials. Every study is overseen by the FDA, approved by an independent Institutional Review Board, and supervised by our board-certified physicians. Over 500 trials since 1996.
We believe in transparency. Here is what you should know before deciding to participate.
You can withdraw from any study at any time, for any reason, with no impact on your regular medical care.
Find a trial that you or a loved one wishes to be a part of, via our website or through your physician/nurse practitioner. Sign up with the accompanying form.
We conduct a pre-screening call to assess your medical history and eligibility, and schedule an in-person screening appointment.
During the screening appointment, once the informed consent is signed, you may undergo a physical exam and other medical evaluations to determine if you qualify for the trial.
If you qualify, you are enrolled in a study and receive study medications and evaluations. Compensation may be provided after each visit.
We offer support at every step of the process. If requested, CRP sends a follow-up letter to your primary care physician at the end of the study.
Your first visit should be comfortable and stress-free. Here is what you need to know.
Most CRP studies offer compensation for your time and travel. Payment is provided after each completed visit via a reloadable Visa debit card.
Getting to your visits should never be a barrier. CRP provides complimentary rideshare transportation for qualifying studies.
Both locations offer ample free parking for participants who prefer to drive.
Each study has specific eligibility criteria based on age, medical history, current medications, and the condition being studied. Some studies are open to healthy volunteers, while others require a specific diagnosis such as Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or eczema.
The best way to find out if you qualify is to browse our active studies or call us at (215) 676-6696. Our team will walk you through the screening process over the phone before you ever come in for a visit.
Your safety is our top priority. Every clinical trial at CRP is:
That said, investigational treatments may have unknown side effects, and there is no guarantee the treatment will work for you. The informed consent process ensures you fully understand the potential risks and benefits before you decide to participate. You can withdraw from any study at any time for any reason.
Before your first visit, our team conducts a pre-screening phone call to review your medical history and confirm you may be eligible. If you are a potential fit, we schedule a screening visit at our facility.
During the screening visit, you will:
Screening visits typically take 2-4 hours. Follow-up visits are usually 1-2 hours.
Yes. Most CRP studies offer compensation for your time and travel. Payment is provided after each completed visit via a reloadable Visa debit card.
The amount varies by study and depends on the complexity of procedures, visit duration, and number of visits required. You can ask about specific compensation during your first phone call with our team.
In addition, all study-related medical care, lab work, and medications are provided at no cost to you.
No. All study-related procedures, lab work, medications, and physician visits are paid for by the study sponsor. Your insurance is not billed for any study-related care. You do not need health insurance to participate in a clinical trial at CRP.