Volunteer Recruiting

Recruiting begins at ClinSearch with a meeting of the entire team where we plan our strategy based on the needs of each study. Everyone takes ownership and has a role to play.

We draw on a long history of successful recruiting campaigns that include medical practice referrals, an active community outreach program through health fairs, expos and other community events, mining of our actively growing database of almost 10,000 volunteers, volunteer referrals, television and radio advertising, print media and, more recently, Internet marketing, using newsletters and social media to announce studies, report on events and share information. More than any specific technique, the resolve of our dedicated team insures you a positive outcome for enrollment.

Volunteer Retention

We begin our relationship with our volunteers by making sure they have a clear understanding of the study and whether it makes sense for them to participate. We answer all of their questions and address any concerns they may have. Our informed consent process is very thorough. Dr. Krause or the sub-investigator on the study meets with every volunteer and reviews, verifies and signs the informed consent. We also use our experience to help select volunteers that have the characteristics that are most likely to complete the study.

We add to this solid foundation by assisting our volunteers with any additional needs as they are presented. We are always available to answer question and discuss their progress. When appropriate, we serve as a bridge to their primary care physician, insuring that study treatments and results support their regular medical care, whenever possible.

We care about the well being of our volunteers and they know they will be treated with respect. This type of relationship creates a satisfying experience for participants and results in a strong completion outcome.