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Thoracic Diseases Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

Access cutting-edge thoracic diseases treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Boston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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All study-related thoracic diseases treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Thoracic Diseases Study in Boston

This study is examining collecting data on steps walked (ambulation) per day by thoracic surgery patients over the age of 65 years-old before surgery. The name(s) of the study device involved in this study is: * Fitbit inspire

Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patients Aged ≥ 65 years
Who are preparing to undergo thoracic surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH)

Exclusion Criteria

Patients who are completely non-ambulatory (i.e. wheelchair-bound-patients) \
Those who lack capacity to consent due to cognitive disease.
Patient for which surgery is felt to be more urgent and therefore performed earlier then our required timeframe for intervention.
Patients with cardiac disease or angina for which formal cardiac testing is required for clearance.
Our exclusion criteria do not include patients with gait disturbances or those who require assistance devices for ambulation.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04630496) has an active research site in Boston, MA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Thoracic Diseases Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for thoracic diseases treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT04630496) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Boston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced thoracic diseases specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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