Obesity TrialsRefer a Patient
A doctor checking a patient's blood pressure

For primary care

Help your patients learn about research

Refer to nearby studies through the Arizona Clinical Trial Referral Network. They stay your patients.

Refer a patientSee the patient pre-screen

How referring works

Four steps. Most of them are ours.

  1. A doctor taking notes with a patient1
    Research discussedRoutine visitToday

    Mention it

    Let your patient know clinical research may be an option.

  2. 2
    9:41InvestigatorX

    Clinical research pre-screen

    Shared by your practice

    • VoluntaryYes
    • Medical recordsNot needed
    • ReferralOnly if they choose
    • EligibilityDecided by the site

    Patient-directed

    Share the pre-screen

    Give your patient our pre-screen link. They decide what to share.

  3. A clinician talking with a patient3

    Pre-screen

    • BMI and weight historyChecked
    • Diabetes statusChecked
    • Current medicinesChecked

    Potential match

    We contact your patient about research that may be relevant.

  4. A nurse checking a patient's blood pressure4
    You stay informed
    ReferredPre-screenedScreening visit

    The site decides

    The study team screens. You hear back if your patient agrees.

A doctor showing a patient a tablet

Who may be a fit

Common starting points

  • BMI 30 or more
  • BMI 27+ with a related condition
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • Sleep apnea
  • Knee pain
  • Fatty liver
  • Hard to keep weight off

Each study sets its own rules.

Why refer

  • Research optionsResearch studies evaluating potential new approaches to weight management.
  • Little extra workShare a link. Your patient completes the pre-screen.
  • Still your patientA study adds to their care.

Questions

Do I need to do anything after referring?

No. You can stay involved if you want to.

Is there a cost to use InvestigatorX?

There is no charge to patients or clinicians to use InvestigatorX. If a patient is referred, the study team explains any study-related costs or reimbursement during informed consent.

Can I send you a patient's details?

Please give your patient our pre-screen link instead, so the patient decides what to share. Do not send patient information to us unless the patient has authorized it as required by HIPAA and other applicable law.

Can I run studies at my own practice?

Talk to us. We can explain what it takes.