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Clinical Research Division
Why Should You Participate in Clinical Trials?
In addition to helping advance medicine, there are multiple benefits to participating in an ongoing clinical trial at University Gastroenterology.
Benefits May Include:
- Access to novel, targeted therapies years before they’re on the market
- Free Medication
- Free testing & medical procedures related to the trial
- Tailored, individualized care plan
- Financial compensation
University Gastroenterology and our partners at GI Alliance are committed to advancing the standard of patient care. To that end, we are often involved in ongoing clinical trials and studies involving new treatments. Below is information about current studies in which we're participating.
Currently Enrolling: Clinical Trials at UGI
Below are the types of ongoing clinical trials and studies in which University GI and our patients are involved. If you’d like more information, ask your UGI provider about next steps, or contact our research staff at 401-293-5401.
CLINICAL RESEARCH DIVISION TEAM
Eric Newton, M.D.
Associate Director, Liver Center
Philip McAndrew, M.D.
Sub-Investigator
Lisa Mueller, M.D.
Medical Co-Director
Jason Ferreira, M.D.
Medical Co-Director
Hilda Hernandez
Research Assistant
Pamela Prescott
RN Research Nurse
Ryann Whitaker
LPN Research Nurse
Katherine Marcil
Clinical Site Director
Lauren Oates
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Isabella Payne
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Caitlyn Krar
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Mary Richards
Clinical Research Assistant I
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