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Why Participate
in a Clinical Trial?

Access new treatment options
No Insurance necessary
Compensation for time and travel

Now enrolling in St Joseph Missouri

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It starts with
people like you!

People right here in St Joseph and nearby communities take part in studies to explore new options and help others going through the same thing.

By giving a little of your time, you can help improve care for families like yours.

Guinea pig telling volunteers they are not guinea pigs but valued partners

Many people worry about being treated like a guinea pig. That is a completely normal concern.

Clinical trials today are carefully reviewed and monitored, with your safety always coming first.

At Medisearch Clinical Trials, you are treated as a partner every step of the way.

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We are here to answer your questions and help you feel comfortable.

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You are a valued partner, not an experiment

Living with a skin condition can affect your sleep, your confidence, and your day to day life.

If you are unsure about clinical trials, you can call our St Joseph team and simply ask questions.

What is it like to take part?

People join for different reasons. Most are simply looking for answers, options, or a way forward.

Better options to explore

You may have access to treatments not widely available yet, with care provided at no cost.

Care from a
local team

All visits happen here in St Joseph with a team that takes time to listen and

support you.

Compensation

Participation compensation provided 

for time and travel.

Current
Clinical  Trials

Participants receive study related health-care at no cost

Acne

Dealing with stubborn acne breakouts?

See If You Qualify

Alopecia

Noticing thinning hair or bald patches?

See If You Qualify

Atopic Dermatitis (AD)

Living with dry, irritated, or inflamed skin?

See If You Qualify

Chronic Itch

Does ongoing itching interrupt your day or sleep?

See If You Qualify

Chronic Pruritis  (Hives)

Struggling with recurring hives or unexplained rashes?

See If You Qualify

Eczema

Dealing with frequent flare-ups and constant itching?

See If You Qualify

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Experiencing painful or recurring skin bumps?

See If You Qualify

Lupus

Managing lupus and looking for additional care options?

See If You Qualify

Prurigo Nodularis (PN)

Struggling with persistent itchy bumps?

See If You Qualify

Psoriasis

Living with red, scaly, or irritated skin?

See If You Qualify

Urticaria

Living with chronic hives or swelling?

See If You Qualify

Vitiligo

Noticing changes in skin color or pigment?

See If You Qualify

  • Call our St Joseph team

  • Schedule a no cost visit

  • Simple eligibility check

  • Take your time deciding

  • Start only if it feels right for you

How to get started

Getting started is simple. Our local team will guide you step by step.

Families across St Joseph and surrounding communities are already taking the first step.

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Ready for the
first step?

  • Call our St Joseph office or fill out the short form below.

  • We will answer your questions and help you understand your options.

  • Most calls only take a few minutes, and there is no pressure to move forward.   

Prefer we call you?

Fill out Contact Us Form and we will call you back at your convenience.

Contact us

Meet Our
Research Team

You will be cared for by our experienced and compassionate team.

Melody Stone, M.D., FAAD

Principle Investigator
Board Certified Dermatologist

Dr Melody Stone, Medical Director Board Certified Dermatologist

Clarissa Murphy

Clinical Research Coordinator

Clarissa Murphy Clinical Research Coordinator

April Gibson

Clinical Research Coordinator

April Gibson Clinical Research Coordinator

Heather Jackson

Clinical Research Coordinator

Heather Jackson Clinical Research Coordinator

Katie Hind

Research Technician 

Katie Hind Research Technician

Samantha Alberts

Patient Recruitment Specialist

Samantha Alberts Patient Recruitment Specialist

Local research studies are bringing new hope to families across St Joseph and nearby communities.

We would be happy to talk with you

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