Now enrolling · COPD rhinovirus study

Clinical research, close to home.

Metropolitan Clinical Research Center runs clinical trials in Tamarac, Florida, across twelve research areas. Imaging and rehabilitation are in the same building.

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Leodanis Rodriguez and Osmani Placencia standing together — Study teamInvestigators

Studies listed now: 4
Research areas: 12
On-site services: 4
Guidelines we follow: GCP · ICH

Two ways to work with us

Volunteers and sponsors, one research site.

For volunteers

Take part in a study.

Study-related care and study medicine come at no cost, and no health insurance is required. Reimbursement for time and travel may be provided.

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For sponsors and CROs

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

Open studies

Studies enrolling now.

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EnrollingPulmonary

Vapendavir for colds caused by rhinovirus in adults with COPD

Compares two doses of vapendavir, taken by mouth, with a placebo for rhinovirus colds in people with COPD.

Adults 40 to 85

Study details Call ext. 202

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EnrollingPulmonary

Blood test research for lung nodules

Researchers are developing a blood test to help tell whether a lung nodule, a small spot on the lung, is cancer. Healthy volunteers are also needed.

Adults · Project 064-ONC-34

Study details Call ext. 202

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EnrollingPulmonary

Tobacco heating system in smokers with COPD and chronic bronchitis

Looks at whether a tobacco heating device can reduce coughing and be less harmful than regular cigarettes for adult smokers with COPD.

Adults 40 and older · Research Study P1-FAF-16

Study details Call ext. 202

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EnrollingRheumatology

Investigational medication for Sjogren's disease

For adults living with Sjogren's disease, including dry mouth and dry eyes. The study tests medicines that are still being researched.

Adults

Study details Call ext. 202

Questions about a study? Call (954) 569-6820, ext. 202.

Research areas

Twelve areas of research.

One location

Four services in the same building.

Rehabilitation

On-site rehabilitation supports participants during a study.

Dentistry

Full dental care, built into study protocols.

Ultrasound and X-ray

Imaging for diagnosis and study evaluations.

Overnight stay

Rooms for studies that need extended observation.

How it works

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.