Your Questions, Answered

  • We offer a range of services, from retrospective real-world evidence analyses on EHR, claims, registry, or other data types (e.g. smartphone/mobile apps, biosensor), to prospective observational studies, to traditional, pragmatic, and innovative clinical trials (e.g. SMART, JITAI, decentralized, platform/basket).

  • We offer competitive pricing based on project type and complexity, typically on a milestone-based scope of work. The process usually begins with a study protocol that is one of the first deliverables and is developed collaboratively with your team.

  • Our indirect costs are capped at 10%, both as a recipient and a funding source, consistent with the U.S. federal de minimis rate.

  • This Text Messaging Privacy Policy describes how FASTER (“we,” “our,” or “us”) communicates with you via SMS (text messages) and explains your rights and choices under applicable laws, including the TCPA and 10DLC requirements.

    1. SMS Communications

    By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you agree to receive text messages (SMS) from FASTER. These messages may relate to:

    - Research participation and study activities

    - Appointment reminders

    - Program enrollment and updates

    - Secure survey links or study forms

    - Information you request or communications needed for our services

    2. Message Frequency

    Message frequency varies depending on your participation. You may receive multiple messages around scheduled activities, reminders, or program-specific communications.

    3. Opt-Out Instructions

    You may opt out at any time:

    - Text STOP to any message to unsubscribe.

    - You will receive a confirmation message.

    - Text START to resume messages.

    - Text HELP for assistance.

    4. No Sale of Data

    We do not sell, rent, or trade your mobile phone number or SMS consent information. We do not share your phone number with third parties for their independent marketing.

    5. Message and Data Rates

    Standard message and data rates from your mobile carrier may apply.

    6. Security Notice

    We take reasonable steps to protect your information. However, SMS is not a fully secure communication method. Please avoid sending sensitive medical information by text.

    7. Support

    For questions about our SMS program or your messaging preferences, contact:

    Email: am@fastermedicine.org

    8. Policy Updates

    We may update this SMS Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be available upon request to am@fastermedicine.org.

  • We are unique in that we combine deep knowledge of the data to be analyzed with methodologic expertise plus subject matter knowledge, allowing a turnkey solution.

  • While it may vary by project complexity, once we mutually agree on a scope of work, obtaining contract signatures on our end and all necessary external approvals is typically a matter of only several days.