How to Participate in a Clinical Study

Much of today’s medical care is based on the results from past clinical studies. Clinical trials help us to assess the effectiveness of various types of treatments, be they new medications, medical devices or physical therapies – all in a carefully controlled setting.

In addition to helping others by contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge, participants in clinical trials can play a more active role in their own health care. They can also gain access to new treatments before they are widely available.

Enroll in a Clinical Study

The Pitt+Me Registry connects community members and patients of all ages with researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC. Parents who enroll their children in the Pitt+Me Registry will learn about research studies in areas of their choosing related to their child’s health.