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WHAT IS A CLINICAL TRIAL?

A clinical trial is a scientific study of how a new medicine or treatment works on people. Through clinical trials, doctors find new and better ways to prevent, detect, diagnose, control and treat illnesses.

WHY SHOULD I PARTICIPATE?

• To be treated with new types of medicines before they become available to the public
• To personally contribute to the advancement of modern medicine
• To receive closely monitored care that comes with the treatment

WHY JOIN A STUDY AT BUFFALO CARDIOLOGY AND PULMNARY ASSOCIATES?

* BCPA is a recognized leader in clinical trials and has been at the forefront of numerous medical breakthroughs

* All trials are approved and monitored to ensure adherence to federal regulations and the research protocol

* Joining is voluntary, and our dedicated staff will discuss the risks and benefits fully and follow your care personally

Buffalo Cardiology and Pulmonary Associates has been involved in Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials since 1988. Our dedicated research staff can answer any questions about current trials. Please call (716) 565-6478 for more information.

     We are actively recruiting patients for the following studies:

• NEW!: we are recruiting patients that present to Millard Fillmore Hospital with chest pain or a heart attack to participate in a study with an investigational medication after discharge
• NEW!: we are starting 2 new studies in the summer of 2011 and are looking for individuals with abnormal cholesterol values 
• Intermittent Atrial Fibrillation in patients with Permanent Pacemakers
• Patients with Heart disease or risk factors for Heart disease AND Arthritis
• Patients who have experienced a heart attack within the last 30 days
• Patients with Congestive Heart Failure and Anemia