By Julie Carrico, MBA, CCRC There are a LOT of exciting things happening in the world of Alzheimer’s disease research and this blog will discuss a few of the most important findings that were recently discussed at the July Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC). A major clinical study targeting tau protein tangles in the brain, which are thought to […]
Improving lives of psoriasis patients example of why being a research coordinator can be so satisfying
By Rita Staples, BA, CCRC As a research coordinator, nothing is better than seeing your patients become happier and healthier because of their participation in a clinical trial. So, with August being National Psoriasis Month, I’d like to say that some of the most gratifying moments in my career have come from working with patients […]
The lowdown on meningitis
Almost everyone knows that meningitis is not a good thing – we can all agree it’s a disease with a scary name and should be avoided. But, just how bad is it? Who is at risk? And more importantly, how can it be avoided? This article will provide answers to these questions and links to […]
Before declining trial participation, patients should consider some facts
By Julie Carrico, MBA, CCRC On occasion, a patient who is approached about participating in a clinical trial will immediately decline without taking the time to find out what it’s all about. The following is what I wish I could tell them before they have made up their mind. Clinical trial volunteers are respected and […]
Paul Jaques, DPT, hired as a physical therapist
CORVALLIS — Paul Jaques, (pronounced Jake-Wiss), DPT, has been hired as a physical therapist at The Corvallis Clinic at Walnut Boulevard. For an appointment, call 541-754-1265. Jaques was a personal trainer at Excell Fitness in Newberg, OR, from 2014 to 2016 and an exercise specialist at The Corvallis Clinic from 2010 to 2013. He also […]
