Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 84Healthcare: The Research Alternative by Dr. Frances Herbert | Contributor goodHEALTH Even with insurance, healthcare is expensive when you consider the added cost of premiums and copays. Prescriptions, labs, and x-rays are not always included, and standard therapies don’t always work. Participation in a clinical trial may be a worthwhile option for you or your family members. In a clinical trial, participants receive medical products, drugs, devices, and sometimes procedures as part of a specific intervention. The trials are created and overseen by physicians called Investigators. Some trials compare a new product to a known product, and others compare a generic product to a name brand product. Physicians determine your eligibility to enter the trial and oversee your health and safety during the trial. Participation is always voluntary, and, as a participant, you are thoroughly informed regarding the details of the study including risks, benefits, and alternatives. Plus, your time and travel are reimbursed (ranging from $50-$100/visit). Synexus US started 27 years ago as Research Across America and is a premier clinical trial research facility with offices in Dallas, Plano, Mesquite, and El Paso. Synexus US has conducted over 2,000 studies, involving multiple medical conditions, and is a top choice for participation in clinical trial research. The first step to study participation begins with a call to Synexus US where trained personnel will discuss your health history with you and guide you to trials relevant to your medical history. Making your research experience safe and rewarding is our top priority. For more information on Synexus US and clinical trial research, visit www.researchacrossamerica.com or www.synexus.com.