Good Clinical Practice (GCP) is at the heart of all human research and is critical in generating accurate, safe, effective data. The safety of our patients enrolled in clinical trials is paramount to the research team at Family Health Care Center.  We maintain commitment to GCP and adapting to new regulations, cultural standards and values.

Open communication between the clinical site, research sponsor and CRO are critical to patient safety.  Our research coordinator and investigative team have experience in meeting regulatory requirements from sponsors and communicating clearly to subjects required processes like ethical, informed consent discussions, adherence to study protocol, and patient expectations throughout the duration of the trial.

Our research coordinator, Adrienne Hilliard CCRC, maintains active membership as a certified clinical research coordinator with the Association of Clinical Research Professionals.

Quality patient recruitment is a key function for every clinical research site.  With a patient base that was established over 20 years ago, we are able to recruit from a diverse patient population within our existing practice. We also maintain relationships with the local hospital and specialists within the surrounding area.  We approach patient recruitment with intentional strategies and have historically met or exceeded recruitment goals.

Decades of experience as a clinical research site, have reinforced the emphasis on quality patient recruitment and retention of enrolled patients for the duration of the study.  Our research team takes time to ensure clear understanding of patient responsibilities prior to enrollment in a trial. 

Patient education is focused on maintaining diaries, completing questionnaires, recognizing adverse effects, and adherence to study treatment plan. Our team is devoted to ensuring patient safety and eligibility, and also providing quality data through sound practices and scientifically-sound evaluation of adverse events.