Quest Research Institute

Did you know that there is something you can do in your
community to be a part of the team that is helping to find
treatments for Alzheimer’s disease? Quest Research Institute is looking for volunteers to join an Alzheimer’s disease clinical study testing Brain Shuttle technology.

You may be eligible to volunteer for this study if you are living with
memory problems, or a diagnosis of mild to moderate Alzheimer’s
disease or Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) due to Alzheimer’s
disease. Volunteers must also be between the ages of 50 and 85
and have a friend or family member who knows them well and can
accompany them to all study visits.
Learn more: https://assessments.climb.care/beta/alcanza-research/ept/n5-i-x-epm-i

Behind every successful clinical trial at Alcanza Clinical Research, there's a dedicated team of individuals spanning roles from clinical operations, site directors, and patient engagement. On Clinical Trials Day, we honor their commitment to ensuring the smooth ex*****on of trials. Each member brings unique expertise and passion, contributing to our mission of advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. Today they share what clinical research means to them, highlighting their indispensable role in our journey. Together, we're making a difference in healthcare, one study at a time. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our team, participants, and partners for their invaluable contributions to this shared journey of discovery and progress.

We hope to see you tomorrow for the opening of our Memory Matters Cafe. More details below:

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Join us in May 2nd! Visit the link for more information.

https://tinyurl.com/yrmkhsf2

Excited to hear that site Quest Research Institute is offering free memory screenings at their Memory Matters Cafe, on May 2. For those in Farmington Hills area, join the researchers next week to check it out. https://tinyurl.com/yrmkhsf2

Marking Parkinson's Disease Awareness month: Our team at Quest Research Institute champions Parkinson's research, elevating patient care in Detroit and beyond! Join us in raising awareness and advancing research efforts to improve the lives of those affected by Parkinson's Disease.
Read more about our commitment here: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/alcanzas-quest-research-institute-advocates-awareness-and-education-during-parkinsons-disease-awareness-month-provides-updates-on-recent-parkinsons-disease-research-302126194.html?tc=eml_cleartime

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Join us for the grand opening of the Memory Matters Café hosted by Quest Research Institute! 🎉

📅 Date: Thursday, May 2
🕒 Time: 10AM - 3PM
📍 Location: Quest Research Institute, Farmington Hills

Enjoy FREE memory screenings along with delicious gourmet coffee as we raise awareness for early detection of memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease. 💡☕

Don't miss out on this important event- sign up at the link below! 🌱

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The Quest team brought the Friday team spirit and we are ready to roar this Sunday for our Lions!

Exciting News! Join us at the Quest Research Institute Clinical Research Open House on Nov 14th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

What to Expect:
* Facility Tours
* Free Lunch
* Patient Celebration
* Citizen Scientists Awards

Why Join? Your presence powers our collective intelligence towards medical breakthroughs. Whether you're a patient, a healthcare enthusiast, or just curious, this event is for you.

Reserve your spot now: https://hubs.ly/Q026_qsW0

Spaces are limited. Act fast!

Join the Michigan Parkinson Foundation for their Virtual Education Series webinar, tomorrow (Sept 19th) at 7 p.m. The Michigan Parkinson Foundation is a fantastic asset to the Parkinson's community - we highly recommend following them and joining these FREE webinars!
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Topic: Get Back to More Green Lights: What to Do When Levodopa Stops Providing Consistent Symptom Benefit.
Guest Speaker: Aaron Ellenbogen, DO, MP.

Play a role in the future of obesity treatment by participating in a clinical study. We are currently seeking volunteers who are interested in our obesity studies. Participants who qualify receive no-cost, trial-related care. Contact our research team today.
Compensation up to $1,285, varies by study. Call (248) 213-9213 or click this link if interested: https://hubs.ly/Q022jrxl0

Lace up your shoes and mark your calendars for September 23rd! Join us at the 2023 Metro Detroit Parkinson’s Hero Walk, hosted at the vibrant Jimmy John's Field in Utica, MI. Together, we're taking strides to create a brighter future for over 35,000 individuals in Michigan with Parkinson's Disease. As a proud sponsor of the Metro Detroit Walk, Quest Research Institute has been a long-time partner in improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson's Disease.

Your participation is a powerful way to support the Michigan Parkinson Foundation programs and services that make a real difference. Rally your friends, family, and colleagues to join your team and help us reach our fundraising goal. Every step you take and every dollar you raise enhances the Parkinson's community. Let's walk hand in hand toward a better tomorrow!

If you would like to register or donate, click this link: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2023metrodetroitparkinsonswalk/

Thanks to participants at Quest and other research sites, a promising treatment with Praxis Precision Medicines completed its Phase 2 program! We want to thank our 30 local participants for helping science move closer to producing more treatment options for Essential Tremor.
Without your help, none of this would be possible.

Praxis Precision Medicines Announces Plans to Begin Ulixacaltamide Phase 3 in Essential Tremor by Year End After Completing End of Phase 2 Meeting with FDA - Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. Phase 3 program to include one parallel group study and one randomized withdrawal study mADL11 as primary endpoint Single 60 mg/day dose to be tested BOSTON, June 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Praxis Precision Medicines , Inc. (NASDAQ: PRAX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company translating

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, an opportunity to hold conversations about the brain, and share the fact that Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are a major public health issue.

Let’s work together as a community and use this time to learn more about and participate in the latest developments in Alzheimer’s research.

Join us on July 13th from 12pm - 1pm for a free lunch & learn about developing Brain Healthy Habits!

To RSVP, call us at (248) 375-4040 or visit this link: https://rb.gy/ffv6o

See you there!

FREE Lunch and Learn @ Dedicated Senior Center - Southfield Join us for a FREE Lunch and Learn session – uncover dementia risk factors, boost lifestyle health, reduce your risk.

At QUEST, we believe everyone can be part of healthcare research, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. This Pride Month, our research team reaffirms our commitment to diverse and inclusive clinical research for all.

You are cordially invited to the Fifth Annual Team Fox Detroit Charity Golf Outing at the Walnut Creek Country Club! This year's event is especially important as it will be the only fundraising opportunity for Team Fox in 2023.

We are also giving away 2 golf participation tickets to any friends of QUEST who are dedicated to Parkinson's research. Entering the raffle is easy - all you need to do is give our team a call!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Today, we celebrate the hardworking and dedicated nurses who make a difference in the lives of people every day. We especially want to thank the nurses at Quest Research Institute! Without you, none of our work would be possible. We thank you for your unwavering commitment to providing excellent care to patients, regardless of their race, gender, or background.

Happy International Nurses Day from your friends at Quest Research Institute!

Our Mental Health is just as important as our physical health. This Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s take the time to check in with ourselves and others to prioritize our well-being and break the stigma surrounding mental health.

Learn more about how to get involved this month and other important mental health resources here 👉 https://mhanational.org/mental-health-month

DON’T FORGET: Our very own Executive Director, Dolly Niles and site Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Ellenbogen will be at @ Michigan Parkinson’s Foundation’s Symposium event on May 13th to discuss the latest updates in Parkinson’s disease (PD) research.
Caretakers and healthcare professionals of PD patients can take advantage of this event to learn more about the disorder.

Register here:

Symposium May 13, 2023 Presented by the Michigan Parkinson Foundation in conjunction with Wayne State University, Institute of Gerontology & School of Medicine

This May, we celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month and honor the countless contributions of Jewish Americans to our country’s history, healthcare, and medical research.
Our research team will continue to promote inclusivity and diversity to help expand healthcare research for all - regardless of their racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds.

For the month of May, we’re honoring the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have been influential the history, culture and achievements of the United States.

As part of our mission of inclusivity and diversity, our research center will continue to include patients of all racial and ethnic backgrounds to help us make an impact on healthcare for all.

At the recent American Academy of Neurology (AAN) event, our lead Principal Investigator (PI), Aaron Ellenbogen, DO, MPH presented information about a Neuroderm medication for Parkinson's disease. We've worked with Neuroderm since 2015 and have enrolled the largest number of participants for the study medication program. Let's celebrate Dr. Ellenbogen and all of our wonderful participants who help make this work possible.

If you want to learn more about the American Academy of Neurology, visit their website: https://www.aan.com

It’s National DNA Day! Today, we celebrate the anniversary of the successful completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and James Watson and Francis Crick’s 1953 discovery of the DNA’s double helix.

Read up on the genomic research advancements related to genetic disorders here: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/new-approach-successfully-traces-genomic-variants-back-genetic-disorders

Come join our very own Dolly Niles and site Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Ellenbogen to discuss Parkinson’s disease and the latest research developments at Michigan Parkinson Foundation ’s Symposium event in partnership with Wayne State University on May 13th.
This is an opportunity to learn more about Parkinson’s disease for PD patients, caretakers, and healthcare professionals

Save your spot here:

Symposium May 13, 2023 Presented by the Michigan Parkinson Foundation in conjunction with Wayne State University, Institute of Gerontology & School of Medicine

April is Autism Acceptance Month. It’s time we move beyond simple ‘awareness’ and embrace the Autistic Community. Together, we can help create a more inclusive world for Autistic adults and children.
For information about advocating and supporting members of the Autistic community, visit: https://autisticadvocacy.org/

For far too long in our nation’s history, health concerns of different racial and ethnic groups have gone unrecognized. This April, we take this time to highlight the importance of reducing health disparities reflected in underserved and underrepresented groups in the United States.

Every 6 minutes, someone will be diagnosed with ’s disease (PD) in the United States - that’s 90,000 Americans every year. This , let’s work together to raise awareness for PD research to help us improve treatments and find a cure for .

Every year, March 31st is a day to recognize and celebrate transgender people while raising awareness of the discrimination they face. This , let’s work together to advocate for people in the transgender community and help amplify their voices.💙🤍💗

The event in Sweden continues! 🇸🇪 We're building connections and learning about groundbreaking work in the field of neurodegenerative diseases. It was great to meet up with Henriette Husum Bak-Jensen, the Global Project Manager at Lundbeck.

There are only a few days left of this amazing conference on Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. Dolly is looking forward to connecting with other industry professionals. ☕