Participants may receive up to $750 study compensation
Study for People with Alopecia Areata in Ontario
Alopecia areata can be difficult to live with. Doctors are searching for ways to help.
Adolescents aged 12 and above and adults aged 18 and above who have been diagnosed with alopecia areata (AA) have an opportunity to participate in a research trial run by study-doctors who specialize in treating AA.
See if you qualify
Fill out the form below if you are interested and we will contact you within 1-2 business days to discuss the trial.
You can call us at #(289)-763-8666 to discuss this trial.
What's involved?
- 48 weeks of treatment
- 8 clinic visits for monitoring + medication pickup
- Get the chance to use a new investigation medication
- You could receive up to $750 for your participation
Frequently Asked Questions
Informed consent means you’ll receive all the important information about the study; what’s involved, any risks, and your rights, before you decide to join. You can ask questions and choose whether or not to participate.
The study is up to 60 weeks in total. The screening period, where we ensure you’re a good fit for the study, is up to 4 weeks; then 52 weeks of the treatment period; then 4 weeks of follow-up.
A clinical trial is a medical study that helps researchers learn whether a treatment is safe and effective. By joining, you’re helping to advance care for alopecia areata.
You will receive access to a study drug at no cost for your alopecia areata, receive care from a dedicated medical team, and contribute to research that could help others.
Yes. Your safety is our top priority. The study follows strict safety rules, is reviewed by independent ethics boards, and you’ll be closely monitored by medical professionals throughout your participation. The study drug has been trialled at much higher doses without any safety concerns.
There are 10 total visits to the SimcoDerm clinic in Barrie. These visits usually last between 30 minutes to 2 hours.