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Post by dangermouse on Apr 24, 2013 19:05:39 GMT -5
Yep. For one thing, you're given 20min to finish your meal, and if you somehow finish before then, you'll get docked.
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Post by dangermouse on Apr 24, 2013 18:55:36 GMT -5
Lifetree in Mount Laurel, NJ is now starting to use VCT, though not systematically, I don't think. They're doing this on a study by study basis, and only require it if the sponsor does.
Recently, when I screened for a study with them, I was told by a staff member that VCT has been leading a very aggressive campaign to get CRU's on board.
So, east coast places that use VCT:
- Celerion - Clinilabs - Lifetree - SNBL
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Post by dangermouse on Aug 1, 2012 9:53:59 GMT -5
Is this still on-going? If so, where? PM me if you don't want to post any info here.
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Post by dangermouse on Jul 13, 2012 21:09:33 GMT -5
Uprooting your entire life and moving to another city is not the easiest thing in the world (especially for the city I'm about to name), but if you've ever given thought to doing this for a living, move to NYC. For about $15 or less (via Greyhound, Peter Pan, Megabus, Fungwah/Lucky Star, etc), you can travel to Boston (sleep studies), NJ (Celerion & Frontage), Connecticut (Pzifer, Yale Medical School, Yale Stress Center), Baltimore (Parexel, SNBL, John Hopkins), and then there's Clinilabs right in Manhattan.
Also, not everyone can do it, but I don't mind taking Greyhound across the country. I've gone to California, Texas, and Florida to save some money. If you foresee yourself using Greyhound quite a bit in the future, make sure you sign up for their Rewards program. I've already gotten free tickets, 10% off, 20% off, 50% off, etc due to all the traveling I do.
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Post by dangermouse on Jul 13, 2012 20:52:23 GMT -5
Most experienced lab rats I've run into take supplements regardless. Also, if your body is accustomed to taking a certain amount of physical stress, it may not affect your enzyme level too badly. I know a few people who ue to lift weights and jog. I used to go to the gym four days a week, but gave it up for fear of disqualifying myself from a study. Since I don't own a car, I do a lot of walking as well.
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Post by dangermouse on May 24, 2012 9:54:31 GMT -5
Not sure if this is allowed, but I promised the owner of this company that I'd help spread the word since he gave me a free lift over the S. Hanover bridge. The owner is a former volunteer himself. I think all of his vehicles are burgundy colored vans, so look out for those.
Pickup/drop off points:
Greyhound station (downtown Baltimore) Bolt Bus Megabus (White Marsh) Parexel (Harbor Hospital & Screening) SNBL Youth Hostel
Since White Marsh is a bit out there, I doubt the same $3 flat fee applies.
Wright's Transportation Service Omar T. Wright 443 - 422 - 7751 or 443 - 889 - 0315 wrightomar4226 [at] yahoo.com
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Post by dangermouse on May 24, 2012 9:40:12 GMT -5
This is one kind of thing I worry that clinics will start reporting to subject registries like Verified Clinical Trials and clinicalRSVP. Elevated thyroid at one clinic, no studies anywhere until you see your doctor and get a clean bill of health. This would be beyond horrible if it were to become common practice. Dammit. I really wish I was hip to doing studies years back when it was the wild west.
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Post by dangermouse on May 16, 2012 9:05:47 GMT -5
In 2011, I made just under $20k with four studies. Last year was also when I first started volunteering for studies.
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Post by dangermouse on Apr 5, 2012 9:04:10 GMT -5
I like Paraxel. So far, it's my favorite place to do studies at.
Pros::
- In most studies, when it comes to dosing, the staff comes to you; you don't have to leave your dorm or even the comfort of your bed to get dosed.
- Every screening visit will compensate you with $20 cash.
- You often times will be placed in a room with a view of the harbor.
Cons::
- Have to wear hospital scrubs (not a big deal for me).
- Can't bring any USB connectors.
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Post by dangermouse on Apr 3, 2012 10:10:07 GMT -5
Did my own phone inquiry.
Compensation:
Min. - $400 Max. - $550
If you're in the NY area, these are the numbers to call if you're interested in doing this: 201 - 883 - 5306 or 888 - 783 - 6226.
From my understanding, screening and procedures may take up to six days, and depending on the lab results from your screening, you'll be placed into one of two studies.
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Post by dangermouse on Apr 3, 2012 9:59:41 GMT -5
Many people who do studies for Parexel don't live in Maryland, but in surrounding states - mainly NY. If you don't live in the northeast, then it definitely helps to be tight with someone who does, so that you can use their home address should checks have to be mailed; this can pretty much be applied to any clinical research unit that is located in a region you live far from.
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Post by dangermouse on Apr 2, 2012 18:20:36 GMT -5
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Post by dangermouse on Apr 2, 2012 18:18:36 GMT -5
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Post by dangermouse on Jan 30, 2012 10:43:05 GMT -5
Yeah, I've been looking to expand into Canada. Just need to save a couple of dollars and get a passport.
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Post by dangermouse on Jan 30, 2012 10:41:40 GMT -5
I've spoken to two guys - one of them who has been banned - who've told me that this place has a "two strikes and you're out" policy when it comes to screening; meaning, if you've failed two screenings for whatever reason (i.e., high liver enzymes, abnormal ekg reading, etc), you'll get a lifetime banning that can only be reversed if you've gotten a doctor's note stating that you're fine. Pretty harsh.
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