Participating in research is an important contribution you can make to help doctors better understand how to treat patients with different medical conditions.
In most research studies, you may receive an investigational (not yet approved) medication or placebo.
Study examinations typically come at no cost to you and compensation for your time and travel is usually available.
Before any study procedures take place, you will be provided with a consent form that will help you understand the study and its design. Your participation is voluntarily and can always be withdrawn.
In most research studies, you may receive an investigational (not yet approved) medication or placebo.
Study examinations typically come at no cost to you and compensation for your time and travel is usually available.
Before any study procedures take place, you will be provided with a consent form that will help you understand the study and its design. Your participation is voluntarily and can always be withdrawn.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mid Hudson Medical Research?
Mid Hudson Medical Research (MHM Research) is a clinical research center in the Hudson Valley of New York State. We conduct Phase 2 through 4 outpatient clinical trials in a facility adjacent to the medical office of Dr. Sashi Makam, M.D.
Where is Mid Hudson Medical Research located?
We are located at 17 Oakwood Terrace, New Windsor, New York, just south of Newburgh and one minute off of Route 94 in New Windsor. For directions, click here
What are clinical research studies (Clinical Trials)?
Clinical research studies are the pathway for new therapies to become available to the patient community. Doctors and scientists design a protocol to test these new therapies in a group of patients who meet a specific profile medically, to determine if the therapy is safe and effective enough to be considered a viable treatment option by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
Who sponsors Clinical Trials?
The types of studies conducted by MHM Research are typically sponsored by Pharmaceutical, Device or laboratory companies. These sponsors contract with MHM Research to conduct their trial in accordance with the protocol developed by each individual sponsor.
Who participates in Clinical Trials?
Clinical trial participants are identified through a series of factors, including medical history, current and historical medications, and the parameters set forth by the study protocol. The purpose of having specific inclusion and exclusion criteria is to ensure the study is as safe as possible for participants while giving the study sponsor needed information about the safety and effectiveness of the therapy under study. To see if you may potentially qualify for any of our studies, click here!
What type of protections are there for people participating in a clinical study?
Clinical research studies are conducted in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Prior to your participation, you will be provided with an Informed Consent form which will provide the full study details, including the length of participation, number of visits, information about the study therapy, and any potential risks or benefits that may arise from your participation. The information collected for the purpose of research will be done so in a way that will be disassociated from the participants personally identifiable information.
Will study patients be compensated for their participation in the Clinical Studies?
Compensation may be available for the completion of study visits, procedures or other milestones set forth by the study sponsor. Compensation, or reimbursement for time and travel, is determined prior to the start of the study and is disclosed to the participant in the informed consent form, before they make the decision whether or not to participate.
What type of research studies are conducted at Mid Hudson Medical Research?
MHM Research supports a wide range of studies in almost all indications. We start new studies almost every month, however most studies are only open for a few months due to competitive enrollment timelines. To learn about our current and upcoming studies, click here!
Do your studies involve placebo and what is a placebo?
A placebo is a material that appears identical to the test therapy except it does not have the active ingredients of the test therapy. The purpose of placebos in clinical research is to ensure there is no "placebo response," ie, participants' health improves as well on the study therapy as the placebo. A placebo response would indicate that the study therapy is as effective as not taking any additional therapy. The studies at MHM Research may include a placebo, or they may be compared to another medication or therapy. Inclusion of placebo or comparator therapies vary by study, but this information will be disclosed to you in the informed consent form, prior to your participation.
How does the participant know what drug they are getting during the Clinical Study?
In most cases, studies are "blinded," meaning that the participant will not know if they are receiving the study therapy or the comparator. This information will also be described in the informed consent form.
Why should a patient take a study medication when they can just take one that is approved?
During the informed consent discussion, participants are provided with alternative options to participation. There are many reasons why someone may choose to participate in a trial. Many participants view the access to study-related care and therapies at no cost as a potential benefit. The decision whether to participate in a trial or seek treatment elsewhere is ultimately left to each individual.
Are there any risks involved when a person participates in a clinical research study?
All medications, whether they are already approved or not, carry the potential for risks or side effects. During the consent discussion, detailed information about the potential risks are explained to the participant. Even though risks may have been identified, it does not mean that it is expected that the participant will experience any of the potential risks or side effects. The study doctor will be available to address any questions or concerns of the participant.
What type of studies has Mid Hudson Medical Research been involved in and what have the results been?
The team at Mid Hudson Medical Research has a diverse history of experience across many trials of several indications. These trials include diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, low testosterone, irritable bowel, women's health, vaccines, diagnostic blood tests, alzheimer's disease and many more. To learn about our current and upcoming studies, click here!
Where can I reach you to find out if I qualify to participate in a study being conducted at your site?
Call us Toll-Free at 845-674-9398, email us at [email protected] or complete one of our study-specific questionnaires or our general questionnaire and a study coordinator can let you know if you qualify!
What is Mid Hudson Medical Research?
Mid Hudson Medical Research (MHM Research) is a clinical research center in the Hudson Valley of New York State. We conduct Phase 2 through 4 outpatient clinical trials in a facility adjacent to the medical office of Dr. Sashi Makam, M.D.
Where is Mid Hudson Medical Research located?
We are located at 17 Oakwood Terrace, New Windsor, New York, just south of Newburgh and one minute off of Route 94 in New Windsor. For directions, click here
What are clinical research studies (Clinical Trials)?
Clinical research studies are the pathway for new therapies to become available to the patient community. Doctors and scientists design a protocol to test these new therapies in a group of patients who meet a specific profile medically, to determine if the therapy is safe and effective enough to be considered a viable treatment option by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
Who sponsors Clinical Trials?
The types of studies conducted by MHM Research are typically sponsored by Pharmaceutical, Device or laboratory companies. These sponsors contract with MHM Research to conduct their trial in accordance with the protocol developed by each individual sponsor.
Who participates in Clinical Trials?
Clinical trial participants are identified through a series of factors, including medical history, current and historical medications, and the parameters set forth by the study protocol. The purpose of having specific inclusion and exclusion criteria is to ensure the study is as safe as possible for participants while giving the study sponsor needed information about the safety and effectiveness of the therapy under study. To see if you may potentially qualify for any of our studies, click here!
What type of protections are there for people participating in a clinical study?
Clinical research studies are conducted in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Prior to your participation, you will be provided with an Informed Consent form which will provide the full study details, including the length of participation, number of visits, information about the study therapy, and any potential risks or benefits that may arise from your participation. The information collected for the purpose of research will be done so in a way that will be disassociated from the participants personally identifiable information.
Will study patients be compensated for their participation in the Clinical Studies?
Compensation may be available for the completion of study visits, procedures or other milestones set forth by the study sponsor. Compensation, or reimbursement for time and travel, is determined prior to the start of the study and is disclosed to the participant in the informed consent form, before they make the decision whether or not to participate.
What type of research studies are conducted at Mid Hudson Medical Research?
MHM Research supports a wide range of studies in almost all indications. We start new studies almost every month, however most studies are only open for a few months due to competitive enrollment timelines. To learn about our current and upcoming studies, click here!
Do your studies involve placebo and what is a placebo?
A placebo is a material that appears identical to the test therapy except it does not have the active ingredients of the test therapy. The purpose of placebos in clinical research is to ensure there is no "placebo response," ie, participants' health improves as well on the study therapy as the placebo. A placebo response would indicate that the study therapy is as effective as not taking any additional therapy. The studies at MHM Research may include a placebo, or they may be compared to another medication or therapy. Inclusion of placebo or comparator therapies vary by study, but this information will be disclosed to you in the informed consent form, prior to your participation.
How does the participant know what drug they are getting during the Clinical Study?
In most cases, studies are "blinded," meaning that the participant will not know if they are receiving the study therapy or the comparator. This information will also be described in the informed consent form.
Why should a patient take a study medication when they can just take one that is approved?
During the informed consent discussion, participants are provided with alternative options to participation. There are many reasons why someone may choose to participate in a trial. Many participants view the access to study-related care and therapies at no cost as a potential benefit. The decision whether to participate in a trial or seek treatment elsewhere is ultimately left to each individual.
Are there any risks involved when a person participates in a clinical research study?
All medications, whether they are already approved or not, carry the potential for risks or side effects. During the consent discussion, detailed information about the potential risks are explained to the participant. Even though risks may have been identified, it does not mean that it is expected that the participant will experience any of the potential risks or side effects. The study doctor will be available to address any questions or concerns of the participant.
What type of studies has Mid Hudson Medical Research been involved in and what have the results been?
The team at Mid Hudson Medical Research has a diverse history of experience across many trials of several indications. These trials include diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, low testosterone, irritable bowel, women's health, vaccines, diagnostic blood tests, alzheimer's disease and many more. To learn about our current and upcoming studies, click here!
Where can I reach you to find out if I qualify to participate in a study being conducted at your site?
Call us Toll-Free at 845-674-9398, email us at [email protected] or complete one of our study-specific questionnaires or our general questionnaire and a study coordinator can let you know if you qualify!
