Your Safety is Our Priority • Bakersfield Research Center

Patient Rights &Safety

Every clinical trial participant has fundamental rights and protections. Understanding these ensures your safety, dignity, and informed participation.

Core Principles

Safety First

Our commitment to participant safety is unwavering, guided by rigorous protocols and the highest ethical standards in medical research.

Safety Monitoring

Continuous oversight by independent safety boards and experienced medical professionals throughout every phase of research.

Informed Consent

Complete transparency about study procedures, potential risks, expected benefits, and your rights as a participant.

Privacy Protection

Strict confidentiality measures and HIPAA compliance for all personal and medical information collected during studies.

24/7 Support

Round-the-clock access to our medical team for any concerns, questions, or emergencies that may arise.

Fundamental Rights

Your
Rights

As a clinical trial participant, you have specific rights that are protected by federal regulations and ethical guidelines established by medical organizations.

These rights ensure your autonomy, safety, and dignity throughout every phase of the research process.

Right to voluntary participation without any form of coercion or pressure

Right to withdraw from the study at any time without penalty or consequences

Right to complete and comprehensive information about the study procedures

Right to ask questions and receive clear, understandable answers from the research team

Right to privacy, confidentiality, and protection of personal health information

Right to receive study results and updates when they become available

Ethical Oversight

Independent Review Board (IRB) oversight ensures all studies meet the highest ethical standards and protect participant welfare throughout the research process.

Safety Reporting

Immediate reporting system for any adverse events or safety concerns, with 24/7 access to our medical team for urgent situations.

Comprehensive Protection

Safety Measures

Multiple layers of protection ensure participant safety throughout every phase of clinical trial participation and beyond.

Pre-Study Safety

Comprehensive medical screening and health assessment
Detailed review of medical history and current conditions
Thorough risk-benefit assessment for each participant
Final eligibility confirmation and safety clearance

During Study Safety

Regular medical monitoring and health assessments
Systematic adverse event tracking and documentation
Continuous protocol compliance checks and reviews
Real-time dose adjustment protocols when necessary

Post-Study Safety

Long-term follow-up care and monitoring programs
Continued safety monitoring and health assessments
Transparent communication of all study results
Ongoing support access and medical guidance
Expert Support Available

Questions About Your
Rights or Safety?

Our patient advocacy team is available to answer any questions about your rights, safety measures, or concerns during study participation.