SUNCOAST CLINICAL RESEARCH manages clinical trials in our network of multi-specialty investigators using the physician’s practice as a database of potential research participants. This means the patient knows the physician and the physician knows the patient. When necessary, Suncoast Clinical Research has the marketing skills to reach out to the community for volunteers to participate in the clinical trial research process.

SUNCOAST CLINICAL RESEARCH employs experienced coordinators.  When the trial process begins we negotiate the budget, obtain and maintain IRB documentation, as well as all other required regulatory documentation.

We manage the entire process from patient enrollment to quality control, thereby maximizing the efficiency of the physician investigator. The physicians and their staff can concentrate on patient care.

COMMUNICATION: Upon joining the SUNCOAST CLINICAL RESEARCH network the process works as follows: Abstracts, protocols, and confidentiality agreements are delivered to you as soon as we receive them. Communication is the key in all aspects of research and it starts here. Normal response time is 72 hours, so we need to hear from you right away. You let us know your level of interest as quickly as possible. This does not guarantee you will be chosen by the sponsor, or obligate you to participate, but it is an important first step.

BUDGETS / GRANTS: With each protocol the requirement for your professional services may vary. We will negotiate fees with you as soon as budgets are available. A fee schedule will be set accordingly. At that time you will receive a written agreement pertaining to study enrollment. You will incur no out-of-pocket expenses and you will be paid well above the usual and customary insurance reimbursements. SUNCOAST CLINICAL RESEARCH will provide all supplies related to the study.

INVESTIGATOR MEETING: Prior to beginning a study, the pharmaceutical company will likely require attendance at a regional meeting. These meetings are a forum for information exchange and the opportunity for physician input into protocol design. The SUNCOAST CLINICAL RESEARCH coordinator and the physician generally both attend. We realize that attendance at these meetings is not always feasible and we will work with you and the sponsor to achieve the required goals with minimal disruption to your schedule. The sponsor pays all expenses.

SUNCOAST CLINICAL RESEARCH is excited about the opportunity to participate with you in clinical research. We know that together we can maintain a positive image of research in the community while providing valuable information for the development of new pharmaceutical products and new indications for use.