Pillar Clinical Research conducts clinical trials to study the effects of investigational pharmaceutical compounds and devices in Richardson, Texas. The purpose of a clinical trial is to evaluate investigational drugs or devices for effectiveness, tolerability, and safety. Pillar Clinical Research employs expert investigators and experienced staff to provide coordinated care. Pillar doesn't require medical insurance to participate in the studies conducted. The Richardson location is the flagship site for Pillar Clinical Research and has an inpatient and outpatient research unit.