Alaska Clinical Trials
The Rasmuson Foundation and Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason--
Working together to bring clinical research trials to Alaskans
The Rasmuson Foundation and the Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason are joining together to enhance medical research opportunities in Alaska. To date, Alaskan residents have had limited access to cutting-edge medical research. Recently, the Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason received a grant from the Rasmuson Foundation that will increase opportunities for Alaska residents to participate in clinical research trials by covering the travel and lodging costs, making the latest therapeutic options available to them. This work will supplement the good work of the individual providers and agencies already serving patients in Alaska.
Research Trials Available
Alaskan patients and their families affected by diseases noted below in parentheses may be eligible for clinical trials in these areas:
- Cancer (breast, pancreatic, prostate and others)
- Diabetes
- Gastroenterology (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis)
- Neurology (multiple sclerosis, brain tumors, migraine, stroke)
- Urology (prostate, kidney)
- Other diseases, including Cardiology, Rheumatology, Physical Medicine
A grant provided by the Rasmuson Foundation will cover all travel expenses for eligible Alaskan patients until the grant expires in 2010.
For further information on Clinical Research Trials for Alaskans, contact:
Gail Chumbley
Clinical Research Program Specialist
1-877-248-4802 (toll free)
CRP@BenaroyaResearch.org