Are There Risks Involved in
Research Participation?

Although researchers expect positive results, the fact that an investigation treatment is still being studied makes it impossible to rule out the potential for treatment side effects. All risks are explained in a document called the informed consent form. Be certain you understand the risks. The consent process is an opportunity for you to educate yourself about the nature of the study, obtain information about the goals of the research trial and to ask questions about anything that is unclear.

No protocol is conducted at HRHR without unanimous approval by an Institutional Review Board (IRB). An IRB is a designated panel consisting of at least 5 members (a typical IRB panel may include a nurse, physician, attorney, schoolteacher, clergy member and a Ph.D.) charged with the responsibility of thoroughly reviewing the Protocol, Informed Consent Form, and the ongoing conduct of the clinical trial to insure that ethical standards are met and patient's rights are observed.