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YOUnite Research
with FindAStudy

Uniting you with researchers in the pursuit of health discovery.

At UT Health San Antonio, we conduct studies called clinical trials. Clinical trials are an important step in research to discover new treatments that help improve the health and well-being of our community. YOU are an important part of this step. Our researchers need YOU to volunteer and help pave the path of discovery.

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Highlighted areas of study

Featured study

Impact of Metformin on Immunity for participants 63-89 years of age with no history of pneumococcal vaccinations

Purpose is to determine whether metformin can improve the immune response to the Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV-13).

Why volunteer?

Volunteers are needed in clinical trials to understand how new treatments or interventions affect people. Without you, better treatments for diseased like diabetes, cancer, stroke, and other medical conditions would not exists. Sometimes, clinical trials can be treatment option for people.

 

7 Questions to ask research teams

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  • What is the purpose of this study?
  • How long is the study?
  • What is already known about the treatment in the study?
  • Will I know if I am getting the treatment?
  • Will I be paid for my time?
  • Do I have to pay for any part of the study?
  • Will the results be given to me?

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Photo credit: Institute for Health Promotion Research, UT Health San Antonio

"My father and brother had cancer so I want to do everything possible to stay healthy. When my doctor told me that I am at risk for cancer, I participated in a clinical trial to set a good example for my grandchildren." Armando Cruz,
Clinical trial participant

Patient stories

Antonia Santiago

Antonia Santiago

As researchers and physicians battle against an unpredictable, incurable foe, one patient refuses to let multiple sclerosis defeat her.
Joey & Doris Libby

Joey & Doris Libby

A mother and son are diagnosed with hepatitis C. Together, their journey through a clinical trial cured the disease.
Dr. Cynthia Blanco group

Dr. Cynthia Blanco group

A San Antonio pediatrician’s passion to save premature babies was instrumental in approving fish oil treatment Omegaven and alleviating life-threating gastrointestinal complications.

For Researchers & Sponsors

UT Health San Antonio Office of the Vice President for Research offers administrative, regulatory and budget support services to industry sponsors and investigators conducting clinical trials.