Clinical research, close to home.
Clinical trials in Tamarac, Florida, inside a working medical center.
Clinical trials in Tamarac, Florida, inside a working medical center.
Twelve areas of research.
Metropolitan Clinical Research Center runs clinical trials in Tamarac, Florida, across twelve research areas.
Our family and internal medicine research covers a range of conditions that affect individuals and families.
About family medicine research
Our endocrinology trials study treatments for hormonal disorders, including diabetes, thyroid imbalances and adrenal dysfunction.
About endocrinology research
Our kidney research includes trials for chronic kidney disease, people on dialysis and kidney transplant recipients.
About nephrology research
Our neurology trials study treatments for brain and nerve disorders, including Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. We also study epilepsy and multiple sclerosis.
About neurology research
Our psychiatry trials study treatments for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
About psychiatry research
Our pulmonary trials study treatments for lung diseases, including asthma and COPD. We also study pulmonary fibrosis.
About pulmonary research
Our digestive health research covers Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome and liver disease.
About gastroenterology research
Our dermatology trials study treatments for skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis. We also study skin cancer.
About dermatology research
Our vaccine trials study the safety and effectiveness of new and improved vaccines for a range of illnesses.
About vaccines research
Our medical device studies assess safety and effectiveness for devices ranging from monitoring tools to surgical implants.
About medical device studies research
Our rheumatology trials study treatments for autoimmune and joint conditions, including arthritis and lupus.
About rheumatology research
Our podiatry trials study treatments for foot and ankle conditions, including plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot ulcers and fractures.
About podiatry research
Studies enrolling now.
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Study details: COPD rhinovirus study
Vapendavir for colds caused by rhinovirus in adults with COPD
Adults 40 to 85Study ALT-VPV-203
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Study details: Lung nodule blood test
Blood test research for lung nodules
AdultsProject 064-ONC-34
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Study details: Sjogren's disease study
Investigational medication for Sjogren's disease
Adults
Questions about a study? Call (954) 569-6820, ext. 202.
Find us in Tamarac.
6510 N University Dr, Tamarac, FL 33321
Three steps to your first visit.
Contact us.
Call us or send the form below. Tell us which study interests you.
Talk to a coordinator.
A member of our team calls you, explains the study and answers your questions.
Review and sign.
If you qualify, your study doctor goes over the consent form with you before anything starts.
Before you join.
Possible benefits
- Access to investigational treatments that are still being studied.
- Specialized care from experienced researchers.
- A more active role in decisions about your health.
- A contribution to future medicine.
Possible risks
- Treatments may cause side effects, from mild to severe.
- A treatment may not work for everyone.
- Studies take time, with regular visits.
You can keep seeing your own doctor during a study, and you can leave a study at any time.
You can leave at any time
Taking part is voluntary, and you can leave for any reason.
Keep your own doctor
A study does not replace your regular care.
No health insurance needed
No health insurance is required to take part in a study.
Imaging and rehabilitation on site
Both are in the same building as our research team.
The team behind the studies.
Leodanis Rodriguez
MSN, ARNP, FNPFamily nurse practitioner
Rigoberto Pena
MDInternal medicine physician
Questions. Answered.
Can I keep my doctor?
Yes. You can keep seeing your primary healthcare provider during a trial. A study does not replace your regular care. Keep your doctor informed about your participation.
How is my privacy protected?
Personal and medical information collected during a study is kept confidential. Authorized research staff follow protocols to protect it.
Can I leave a study?
Yes. Taking part is voluntary. You can leave at any time, for any reason, without a penalty or an effect on your future medical care.
What does participation cost?
Ask the study coordinator about costs and any reimbursement for the study you are considering.
Do I need health insurance?
No health insurance is required to take part in a study.
Run your study with us.
Rapid study start-up, a research team that follows Good Clinical Practice, and a multi-specialty volunteer database for screening and enrollment.
Our capabilities
The Metropolitan family
Talk to our study team.
- Call
- (954) 569-6820Ext. 202 for study enrollment
- Visit
- 6510 N University DrTamarac, FL 33321
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PMSaturday and Sunday by appointment