Clinical Trials

Advancing Vision Care Through Clinical Research at Tallman Eye Associates.

Clinical Trials

Advancing Vision Care Through Clinical Research at Tallman Eye Associates

At Tallman Eye Associates, our physicians are committed to staying at the forefront of innovation—carefully evaluating emerging therapies for their potential to transform the lives of our patients.

By participating in clinical research, we bring the future of eye care directly to our patients, offering access to cutting-edge treatments that are not yet available to the general public.

If you have questions or are interested in learning more about our research trials, please contact our Clinical Research Coordinator at (978) 688-6182.

Why Is Research In Ophthalmology Important?

  • Enables discovery of improved treatments, surgical techniques and preventive measures for difficult eye treatments.
  • Discovers new drugs to treat conditions such as dry-eye, glaucoma, allergies, pink-eye and many more.
  • Tries out safe and innovative eye testing to assist in diagnosing other health conditions such as Diabetes, Alzheimer’s and Multiple Sclerosis.

A study may or may not help you personally. However, in the future, the results could help others who have health problems. Your voluntary participation is valuable to society.

Becoming A Research Volunteer

Before you decide to become a clinical research volunteer, get the facts:

  • Know the process
  • Ask us questions
  • Learn as much as you can
  • Know your pros and cons
  • Feel comfortable
  • Ask us more questions

Questions to Ask?

  • What exactly happens during this research study?
  • Will there be any unpleasant side effects?
  • Will the research help me personally?
  • What other options do I have?
  • Can I leave the study at any time if I am uncomfortable?
  • Will it cost me anything personally?
  • Is there compensation for my time?