The background work that I must do to screen a volunteer for a study is extensive. But as I’ll explain below, the time and effort can be worth it, even if the patient doesn’t qualify for the study. First, I’ll set the stage for you. The volunteer has the condition that the clinical study is […]
Love Your Leftovers
Whether it is post-holiday or just following another home cooked meal, we often find ourselves faced with a dilemma on what to do with leftovers. We can all agree that simply having the “same meal” over and over is nothing but monotonous and annoying. However using that initial food and transforming it into something new […]
Thoughts During Alzheimer's Awareness/Caregiver Month
It’s popular, especially around this time of year, to write and blog Gratitude Journals. I’ve decided I’m jumping on board. I’m grateful to have such an awesome and interesting job as a Clinical Research Coordinator. Here’s why: 1. My team – I’m grateful for my co-workers who are all caring, professional, forward thinkers; 2. Study […]
How to Find a Clinical Trial
I have been working in the Clinical Research field for more than 20 years. When the subject of my career comes up in everyday conversation I find that a lot of people are surprised about what I do. I guess they expect someone in my line of work to look and act more like Amy […]
Sweet Potato or Yam?
I don’t know about you, but when I go to purchase sweet potatoes or yams at the grocery store, more often than not I find myself standing there perplexed as to which is which. My initial thought, like many, is that a yam is determined by the dark colorful red interior flesh. Do you know […]
