A Moment of Inclusion in Research
For too long, the voices of individuals living with Geographic Atrophy (GA) have been overlooked in the conversations that shape treatment development. While millions are affected by this advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), decisions about future therapies are too often made without those who experience the condition firsthand. This paid research study presents an opportunity to change that — to ensure that real-world experiences guide medical innovation. There is no medication, no invasive procedures — just your insights, preferences, and lived reality captured in a way that can drive meaningful progress. This article will walk you through what the study involves, why it is fully accessible and inclusive, and how your participation can make an impact. Your story matters, and this is a moment to ensure your voice is heard.
Understanding Geographic Atrophy: Why Your Voice is Essential
Geographic Atrophy (GA) is a progressive and irreversible form of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that leads to central vision loss, making everyday tasks like reading, recognizing faces, and driving increasingly difficult. While science continues to advance, too many treatment decisions are based on clinical data alone, without considering what truly matters to those living with GA. Your experience — the challenges you face, the adaptations you make, and what you need most from future treatments — deserves to be at the center of research. Yet, many studies fail to include participants with vision loss, creating unnecessary barriers that exclude the very people who should have the loudest voice. This study changes that. A live moderator ensures full accessibility, making participation simple and seamless. If you’ve ever wondered, “Will my voice really make a difference?” — the answer is an emphatic yes.
How This Study Works — and Why It’s Worth Your Time
Participating in this study is simple, accessible, and rewarding. If you have been diagnosed with advanced dry AMD (Geographic Atrophy), you are invited to share your experiences through a 40-minute online survey, with a live moderator available to assist you every step of the way. Your time is valuable, and this study recognizes that — you’ll receive $75 for completing the survey, with an additional $50 for providing diagnosis confirmation, for a total of $125. Unlike clinical trials, there are no medications, no procedures, and no risks — just your insights, which are essential in shaping the future of GA treatments. What makes this study different is its commitment to accessibility and ensuring that real patient experiences drive innovation. Your voice is not only welcomed — it’s needed.
Overcoming Barriers: Your Participation is Simple, Safe, and Impactful
If you’ve never taken part in a research study before, this is not a clinical trial — it’s a conversation. You won’t be tested or given any medications; instead, you’ll have the opportunity to share your lived experience with Geographic Atrophy in a way that could influence future treatments. Worried about using an online platform? A live moderator will guide you through every step, ensuring accessibility and ease. Concerned about privacy? Your responses are confidential and used solely to improve researchers’ understanding of what GA patients truly need. And if you’re wondering whether this is worth your time, consider this: beyond the financial compensation, this is a chance to create real change. Your voice could help shape the future of GA treatment — ensuring that what matters most to patients is prioritized.
Take the Next Step: Sign Up Today
Joining this study is simple, and your voice can make a real impact. To participate, reach out to Isabelle at davoudiasl@exafield.com 📧️ (+1 (917) 495-3674 📱️) or Bryan at bryan.pownall@iqvia.com 📧️ (+1 (910) 240-3982 📱️). When contacting them, mention where you heard about the study and, if possible, have any diagnosis documentation ready — though it’s not required. If you have any questions before committing, don’t hesitate to ask. The deadline to sign up is April 1, 2025, but spots are limited, so acting early ensures your perspective is included. Your experience with GA matters, and this is an opportunity to be heard. Reach out today!
” Inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s a strategic advantage. “
Dr. Kirk Adams, Ph.D.
Advocate, Leader and Keynote Speaker on Disability Inclusion & Leadership
Leading the Way to Accessible Innovation
Innovative Impact, LLC Consulting
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