NOCA - New Orleans Cognitive Assessment

Participate in a Cutting-Edge Cognitive Research Study!

The Ochsner Health team invites you to join an exciting clinical trial exploring the New Orleans Cognitive Assessment (NOCA), a groundbreaking digital tool for evaluating cognitive function. This study aims to revolutionize how cognitive health is assessed by comparing the results of NOCAs digital platform with traditional paper-based methods. By participating, youll play a vital role in advancing research that could make cognitive testing more accessible and efficient for people everywhere.

Whats in It for You?

Your participation helps shape the future of cognitive assessments, paving the way for innovative tools that could transform early detection and monitoring of cognitive conditions like memory loss and dementia. Beyond contributing to science, participants will receive a $25 stipend as a token of appreciation for their time and effort. Whether you're interested in supporting research or learning more about your own cognitive health, this trial offers a unique opportunity to make a difference.

What to Expect:

Participation involves a single two-hour session at Ochsners main campus in New Orleans. After a brief eligibility screening, including a neurological assessment, youll complete a series of engaging cognitive tasks on a tablet. These taskslike memory recall, verbal fluency, and object recognitionare designed to be simple yet insightful. A digitized voice will guide you through each step, and the session will be remotely monitored for quality assurance. All data is securely stored, and your identity will remain confidential.

Who Can Participate?

Were looking for adults aged 50 to 90 who are fluent in English, have normal or corrected-to-normal vision, and live within 50 miles of the Ochsner Health campus. If you meet these criteria and want to be part of groundbreaking research, we encourage you to join! For more information or to sign up, please contact [insert contact info] today. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the future of cognitive healthcare.