Recovering From a Heart Attack in Dallas-Fort Worth?

A Clinical Research Study Could Strengthen Your Path Forward

Access investigational cardiovascular treatments, specialized cardiac monitoring, and expert physician oversight designed for heart attack survivors, all provided at no cost to you.
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Study-related cardiac care at no cost, including heart monitoring, lab work, and physician visits
Specialized post-heart attack evaluations by experienced clinical research physicians
Conveniently located in the Dallas Medical District on Harry Hines Blvd

At a Glance — Heart Attack Recovery Clinical Trial Summary

Who is this study for?  Adults in the Dallas-Fort Worth area who have experienced a heart attack (myocardial infarction) or acute coronary syndrome event, and who are looking for advanced cardiovascular monitoring and access to investigational recovery therapies.

Where does the study take place?  Southwest Clinical Research (SWCR), located at 8989 Harry Hines Blvd, Ste 200, Dallas, TX 75247. The study is led by Dr. Safia Shaikh and Dr. Chrisette Dharma.

What do participants receive?  Access to investigational post-heart attack therapies, comprehensive cardiac monitoring and diagnostic evaluations, and all study-related medical care at no cost. No health insurance or physician referral is required.

Understanding Heart Attack Recovery — Why Clinical Research Matters

Life After a Heart Attack Is a New Chapter That Requires a New Plan

Surviving a heart attack is a turning point. The immediate crisis may be over, but the weeks, months, and years that follow bring a new set of challenges: managing new medications, rebuilding physical stamina, monitoring for warning signs, and confronting the reality that a second cardiac event is a serious risk.

For many heart attack survivors in the Dallas-Fort Worth community, recovery means adapting to a daily routine of blood thinners, cholesterol medications, blood pressure drugs, and lifestyle changes. Even with the best available standard of care, questions remain. Are current treatments doing enough to protect the heart long term? Could something more targeted reduce the risk of another event?

These are exactly the questions that clinical research is designed to answer.

How Clinical Trials Advance Post-Heart Attack Care

After a heart attack, the medical priority shifts to secondary prevention: keeping the heart as strong as possible and reducing the likelihood of future cardiac events. Clinical research studies evaluate whether investigational medications, treatment protocols, or care strategies can improve outcomes for heart attack survivors beyond what current therapies offer.

By participating in a clinical trial at Southwest Clinical Research, you receive close, ongoing cardiac monitoring from physicians who specialize in cardiovascular research. Your participation also contributes to building the evidence that cardiologists across North Texas and the country depend on to refine how they care for patients after a myocardial infarction.

Participation is always voluntary. Your safety and well-being are the highest priority at every stage.

What Participants Receive — Benefits and What to Expect

Why Heart Attack Survivors in DFW Are Joining This Study

Enrolling in the heart attack recovery clinical research study at Southwest Clinical Research provides important health benefits:

Access to investigational cardiovascular treatments

That are not yet available to the general public, including potential new medications or care protocols designed to support cardiac recovery and reduce the risk of future heart events.

Comprehensive cardiac monitoring

Throughout the study, including ECGs, echocardiograms, blood panels, vital sign assessments, and physical exams performed by Dr. Safia Shaikh, Dr. Chrisette Dharma, and the SWCR clinical research team.

Study-related diagnostic testing, lab work, and cardiac imaging at no cost

Regardless of your insurance status.

No health insurance required

To participate. No physician referral is needed, either.

A welcoming, community-centered clinical environment

committed to inclusive, culturally respectful care that reflects the diversity of Dallas-Fort Worth.

What Does a Typical Study Visit Look Like?

Study visits take place at the SWCR clinic in Dallas. Depending on the visit, you may have blood drawn for lab analysis, an ECG or echocardiogram performed, vital signs and cardiac function assessed, and a check-in conversation with the research physician about your recovery. Between scheduled visits, most participants continue their normal daily routines and ongoing care with their regular physician. The study team remains available by phone and text to answer questions and provide support throughout your participation.

Do You Qualify for the Dallas Heart Attack Recovery Study?

You May Be Eligible If You:

Are 18 years of age or older
Have experienced a heart attack (myocardial infarction) or acute coronary syndrome event, whether recently or within the past several years
Are currently taking medications related to your cardiac event, such as blood thinners, statins, beta-blockers, or antiplatelet therapy
Experience ongoing cardiovascular symptoms or concerns following your heart attack, such as chest discomfort, shortness of breath, fatigue, or reduced exercise tolerance
Are willing and able to attend scheduled study visits at the SWCR clinic at 8989 Harry Hines Blvd, Ste 200, Dallas, TX 75247
Live in or can travel to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Who Might Not Qualify?

Certain conditions may affect eligibility, including planned cardiac surgery in the near term, severe organ failure unrelated to the cardiac event, pregnancy, or current enrollment in another clinical trial. Each study protocol has its own specific criteria. The fastest way to find out if you're a good fit is to complete our short pre-screening form. Our team will review your information confidentially and follow up within one business day.
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How to Participate — 3 Simple Steps

Step 1:

Complete the Quick Online Application

Fill out the short form on this page. It takes about two minutes and asks a few basic questions about your health history and contact information. There is no cost and no obligation.

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Step 2:

Free, Confidential Phone Screening

A member of the Southwest Clinical Research team will call you to discuss the study in detail, answer your questions, and evaluate your initial eligibility. This call is completely free and confidential.

Step 3:

Visit Our Dallas Clinic

If you appear to be a strong candidate, we will schedule your first in-person visit at our Dallas research facility. During this appointment, the clinical team will conduct baseline cardiac assessments, review the full study protocol with you, and walk you through the informed consent process. You will have every opportunity to ask questions and fully understand what participation involves before making any commitment.

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🔒 Your Privacy Is Protected. All information you submit is handled in strict accordance with HIPAA regulations and our privacy policy. Your data will only be used to determine study eligibility and will never be sold or shared with third parties.

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About Southwest Clinical Research — Trusted Cardiac Research in Dallas, TX

Specialized Heart Care for Your Recovery

Southwest Clinical Research (SWCR) is a dedicated clinical research facility in Dallas, Texas, focused on advancing cardiovascular medicine by connecting local residents with high-quality investigational studies.

Under the leadership of Dr. Safia Shaikh and Dr. Chrisette Dharma, the SWCR clinical team combines deep cardiac expertise with genuine compassion for every participant. We understand that recovering from a heart attack is both a medical and a personal journey, and we are committed to supporting you through every step.

Proudly Serving All of Dallas-Fort Worth

Our clinic is located at 8989 Harry Hines Blvd, Ste 200, Dallas, TX 75247, in the Dallas Medical District. We are easily accessible from I-35E, the Dallas North Tollway, and major highways connecting Fort Worth, Irving, Arlington, Plano, Garland, Mesquite, Grand Prairie, and surrounding communities across the DFW Metroplex.

Southwest Clinical Research is especially committed to ensuring that Hispanic, African American, and historically underserved communities in North Texas have equal access to clinical research opportunities. When research participants reflect the true diversity of the population, the treatments that result are more effective for everyone.

📞 Call: 469-893-1242
📱 Text: 214-393-6863
📍 Address: 8989 Harry Hines Blvd, Ste 200, Dallas, TX 75247

Frequently Asked Questions — Heart Attack Clinical Trial at Southwest Clinical Research

No. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost to participants. This includes physician visits, cardiac monitoring, ECGs, echocardiograms, lab tests, and investigational treatment. You will never receive a bill for any service that is part of the research study protocol.
No. All study-related care — including doctor visits, lab tests, heart monitoring, and investigational treatment — is provided at no cost to participants. You will never receive a bill for any procedure or service that is part of the research study protocol.
No. All study-related care — including doctor visits, lab tests, heart monitoring, and investigational treatment — is provided at no cost to participants. You will never receive a bill for any procedure or service that is part of the research study protocol.
No. All study-related care — including doctor visits, lab tests, heart monitoring, and investigational treatment — is provided at no cost to participants. You will never receive a bill for any procedure or service that is part of the research study protocol.
No. All study-related care — including doctor visits, lab tests, heart monitoring, and investigational treatment — is provided at no cost to participants. You will never receive a bill for any procedure or service that is part of the research study protocol.

Your Heart Deserves the Strongest Recovery Possible

If you have survived a heart attack and want to do everything you can to protect your heart going forward, a clinical research study could give you access to investigational treatments and expert cardiac monitoring that go beyond standard care.

At Southwest Clinical Research, you will receive thorough cardiovascular evaluations, access to potential new therapies, and attentive care from a team that understands what recovery demands.
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