Welcome to PTC Clinical Trials!
To clinical trial participants – we thank you! You make clinical research and new medical treatments possible!
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What Are Clinical Trials?
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A clinical trial is a research study used to validate a new treatment or therapy in volunteers young and old. Through clinical trials, researchers and healthcare professionals are able to determine if a treatment is safe and effective, and how it can be used to treat a specific disease or condition.
Watch the video above to learn more about what is involved in a clinical trial, and why they are so important.
Why Participate in a Clinical Trial?
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By participating in a clinical trial, you are taking an active role in the development and approval of new medicines and treatments. People who volunteer in clinical trials provide the medical community with valuable research and data that helps to facilitate the development of new and potentially life-saving therapies.
Watch the video above for more information about why to participate in a clinical trial.
Learn More About Clinical Trials
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About
Discover why clinical trials are an integral part of treatment evolution and the progression of healthcare.
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What To Expect
Learn about what to expect when you or your loved one participates in a clinical trial.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to important questions you may have regarding clinical trials.