Interested in participating in a clinical trial?
The research program in the Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy has several industry-sponsored trials that treat vascular conditions:
- Abdominal aortic aneurysms
- Thoracic aneurysms
- Varicose veins
- Hypertension
- Iliac Artery Stenosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
The research program includes dedicated surgeons, nurses and research fellows to give all patients the opportunity to participate in research trials.
Hundreds of clinical trials take place at the University of Alabama each year, giving eligible patients the opportunity to participate in research that could impact future care of patients. If you are interested in participating in one of our clinical trials, please contact our Research Office at (205) 934-7279. Other information regarding clinical trials can be found at www.clinicaltrials.gov.
For Health Care Professionals
Clinical research is fundamental to our vascular surgeons and vascular specialists. Currently the Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, in conjunction with UAB Heersink School of Medicine, has several research studies that are screening and enrolling participants.
Contact
For more information, interested participants and clinicians may contact Research Nurse Manager Rebecca St. John, R.N., at (205) 934-7279 or email rstjohn@uab.edu.