About the Office of Clinical Trials (OCT)
The Office of Clinical Trials has been charged with the function of substantive
review and oversight of research projects using United Health Services Hospitals
facilities and resources. We work with pharmaceutical and other medical
companies to conduct clinical research studies. With over four years of
experience conducting complex clinical research and enrolling patients in the
study of investigational medication and devices, it undertakes processes to
protect the best interest of our research patients, at the same time adhering to
federal and other regulatory guidelines for compliance.
Important phone numbers:
(607)763-5696, Martha Nelson (For new clinical studies, regulatory, budget, and
contract issues, and any other administrative or related questions.)
(607)763-5697, Terri Peters (For current studies questions, patient related
questions and concerns, and study related test and procedure questions.)
(607)763-5483, Kathy Hughes (For current studies questions,
patient related questions and concerns, and study related test and procedure
questions.)
(607)763-5484, Alain Jacon (For regulatory documents, and administrative
assistance with IRB submission questions.)
We are committed to maintain a high standard of commitment to clinical research,
as reflected in our mission statement.