New medications and treatment therapies to treat a variety of health problems and medical conditions are being developed every day. A clinical trial is a process by which a new medication or treatment protocol is tested for effectiveness and safety. At a major research institution like the Arizona Health Sciences Center, a number of trials or studies are ongoing. The protocol details safety measures, office exams and medical tests required to track the participants' progress in the study. Monitoring a patient in the UMC Sleep Disorders Laboratory.
Stereotactic frame helps to pinpoint the exact location of a brain tumor.