Each study summary includes study objectives, patient eligibility criteria, study protocol, and the name and phone number of the principal investigator leading the study. After reviewing the information you receive from the Clinical Studies Support Center you will need to contact the principal investigator in charge of the study to further discuss eligibility requirements. You might be asked to provide specific medical information and test results to determine whether your patient is eligible for further screening. This visit allows the patient to meet members of the NCI research team and learn the details of the study such as time commitments, potential side effects, and other information essential to making an informed decision. As part of the screening process, the patient may be asked to undergo physical tests and assessments.
Patients are responsible for all travel and lodging costs associated with the screening visit.
However, there are no medical costs for patients during this visit. Once a patient is enrolled in a clinical study, all treatment conducted at the NCI will be at no charge to the patient. You should discuss this screening process with your patient. 2000-2001 Center for Cancer Research at the National Cancer Institute.