Authorization To Use Your Health Information For Research Purposes
Because information about you and your health is personal and private, it generally cannot be used in this research study without your authorization. If you agree to this form, it will provide that authorization. The form is intended to inform you about how your health information will be used or disclosed in the study. Your information will only be used in accordance with this authorization form and the informed consent form and as required or allowed by law. Please read it carefully before agreeing to it.
What is the purpose of this research study and how will my health information be utilized in the study?
The purpose of this study is to create a registry of potential research participations for current and future studies within the PanLab at Stanford University. Your health information will be used to determine whether you might be a good candidate for one of our studies.
Do I have to agree to this authorization form?
You do not have to agree to this authorization form. But if you do not, you will not be able to participate in this research study. Agreeing to the form is not a condition for receiving any medical care outside the study.
If I agree, can I revoke it or withdraw from the research later?
If you decide to participate, you are free to withdraw your authorization regarding the use and disclosure of your health information (and to discontinue any other participation in the study) at any time. After any revocation, your health information will no longer be used or disclosed in the study, except to the extent that the law allows us to continue using your information (e.g., necessary to maintain integrity of research). If you wish to revoke your authorization for the research use or disclosure of your health information in this study, you must write to: Dr. Leanne Williams at leawilliams@stanford.edu.
What Personal Information Will Be Obtained, Used or Disclosed?
Your health information related to this study, may be used or disclosed in connection with this research study, including, but not limited to your name, address, age, email address, phone number, and information regarding current and past psychiatric illness.
Who May Use or Disclose the Information?
The following parties are authorized to use and/or disclose your health information in connection with this research study:
• The Protocol Director Dr. Leanne Williams
• The Stanford University Administrative Panel on Human Subjects in Medical Research and any other unit of Stanford University as necessary
• Research Staff
Who May Receive or Use the Information?
The parties listed in the preceding paragraph may disclose your health information to the following persons and organizations for their use in connection with this research study:
• The Office for Human Research Protections in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Your information may be re-disclosed by the recipients described above, if they are not required by law to protect the privacy of the information.
When will my authorization expire?
Your authorization for the use and/or disclosure of your health information will end on December 31, 2050 or when the research project ends, whichever is earlier.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Questions: If you have any questions, concerns or complaints about this research, its procedures, risks and benefits, contact the Protocol Director, Dr. Leanne Williams at (650) 723-3579.
You should also contact them at any time if you feel you have been hurt by being a part of this study.
Independent Contact: If you are not satisfied with how this study is being conducted, or if you have any concerns, complaints, or general questions about the research or your rights as a participant, please contact the Stanford Institutional Review Board (IRB) to speak to someone independent of the research team at 650-723-5244 or toll free at 1-866-680-2906. You can also write to the Stanford IRB, Stanford University, 1705 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306.
Please print a copy of this page for your records.
If you agree to participate in this research, please complete the attached questionnaire.