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	PURPOSE: The purpose of clinical trials and/or research projects is to contribute to generalized knowledge in the healthcare industry and benefit the general patient population. POLICY: All clinical trials and/or research projects will fall under the purview of the Institutional Review Committee IRC. All protocols related to patient care and treatment will be reviewed and approved by the IRC prior to implementation. A profound respect for patient dignity will be maintained throughout the course of trial or project. PROCEDURE: Each clinical trial or research project requires documentation...
Second excerpt:
	...also has the right to be informed about any business relationships between individuals treating him/her or between this organization and any other healthcare, service or educational institutions involved in his/her care. The department/service that will be responsible for the clinical trial or research project will develop the above information as it relates to the specific design of the trial or project and present this to the IRC for review and approval. The department/service that...