Research Center Profile:
Kenneth Beer MD, PA
The center is a dermatology/dermatopathology center dedicated to general, surgical and pediatric dermatology as well as cosmetic dermatology. We offer a dedicated research staff with two clinic locations and experience with the entire spectrum of dermatology research..Dr Beer is board certified in dermatology and dermatopathology and is a voluntary clinical instructor at University of Miami and a faculty appointment at Duke University. Dr. Beer completed his dermatology and dermatopathology at The University of Chicago.
Dr Waibel is board certified in dermatology and is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Wright State University. Dr. Waibel completed medical school and her dermatology residency at Wright State School of Medicine.
The mission of the center is to provide top quality clinical research to the dermatology/cosmetic surgery professions. In addition, we conduct patient studies with new skin care product and makeup. We have an onsite clinical research nurse to coordinate studies.
The center is interested in conducting clinical trials for the following areas: cosmetic dermatology, cosmeceuticals, acne, novel compound development, ethnic skin issues, biologic modifiers, lasers, photodynamic therapy, skin cancer, melanoma, actinic keratoses, psoriasis, rosacea, eczema, warts, acne, seborrheic dermatitis, impetigo, foot ulcers, infections of the skin, hair, and nails, pigmentary disorders and hair loss/regrowth.
Our cosmetic dermatology facility encompasses development and testing of cosmeceutic and prescription cosmetic products as well as procedures such as soft tissue augmentation, botulinum toxin testing,, laser, light and radiofrequency treatments. In addition, we specialize in the testing, development and marketing of skin care products and cosmetics.
We are interested in vaccines as they relate to skin diseases and malignancies.
Our publications and research have been in partnership with companies in all phases of FDA development and trials.
In addition, we have been instrumental in the development of marketing, training and other support material for companies as they bring products to market and our facility is frequently used to train physicians, representatives and to develop training videos.
The center offers two outpatient locations in West Palm Beach and Jupiter, Florida and a spa (Spa Cara). These are conveniently located near Palm Beach International Airport and the West Palm Beach office is 5 minutes from the world famous Breakers Hotel. We have a CLIA certified laboratory for histopathology. Our spa, Spa Cara, is also able to host focus groups and trials for cosmetic products.
Our onsite pathology laboratory is capable of processing skin for frozen tissue histology as well as for permanent sections with special staining as needed. We have a computer image capture system to take photomicrographs of the biopsies and the quality is publication grade. We have UVB light sources (both narrow band and broad band). In addition, we have lasers for hair removal, fractional resurfacing (ablative and non ablative) pulsed dye lasers for the treatment of vascular lesions. We also possess intense pulsed light devices and an infrared skin treatment system. Photodynamic therapy is performed using our Blu U and intense pulsed lights for activation. We have several publication and FDA suitable photographic imaging systems including Canfield systems.
We are adjacent to Good Samaritan Hospital in West Palm Beach and Jupiter Hospital in our Jupiter office. This provides access to any imaging that may be required.
Our clinical research facility has full time, board certified dermatologists, dermatopathologists, a clinical coordinator, clinical clerical staff and physician’s assistant..
Kenneth Beer, MD was an AB Duke Scholar at Duke University and has a BS degree in Zoology. He received his medical degree at The University of Pennsylvania and completed a year of internal medicine at The Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia. He completed his dermatology and dermatopathology training at The University of Chicago and is board certified in both specialties. Dr. Beer is a founder of The Cosmetic Bootcamp, the leading specialty training program in the US and is an instructor in several national courses and dermatology seminars. Dr. Beer's area of interest is in novel therapeutics for cosmetic indications, novel compounds, new lasers and energy sources, treatments for skin cancer, melanoma, psoriasis, acne, seborrheic dermatitis, warts, herpes, eczema and vitiligo. He is widely published with more than 30 chapters in dermatology and plastic surgery textbooks and numerous publications in peer reviewed journals.
Jill Waibel, MD received her medical degree and completed her dermatology residency at Wright State School of Medicine. Dr. Waibel is board certified in dermatology and specializes in cutaneous laser surgery and the dermatologic care of women and children. Dr. Waibel’s areas of interest include new treatments for skin cancer, melanoma, acne, warts, herpes, eczema, actinic keratosis, and cutaneous laser therapies.
In addition, Dr. Waibel has extensive knowledge and experience with cosmetic procedures including laser therapies, sclerotherapy, botox, and hyaluronics.
Hillary Oakley, PA-C received her Masters of Medical Science from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida. Hillary is certified and licensed through the Florida Board of Medicine as a Physician Assistant. Hillary’s areas of interest include new treatment modalities for acne, atopic dermatitis, warts, skin cancer, actinic keratosis, and cutaneous laser therapies.
Monica Dunn, RN, BSN received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida. Monica has over 6 years of clinical research experience as the Clinical Trial Coordinator. Monica also has 10 years of experience performing IPL and laser hair removal treatments.
Carmen Perez, Study Coordinator Assistant has over 10 years of dermatology office experience and 3 years of research clinical experience.
Kenneth Beer, MD
Director
7 years clinical research experience
Jill Waibel, MD
Investigator and sub-investigator
1 year clinical research experience
Monica Dunn, RN, BSN
Clinical Trial Coordinator
6 years clinical research experience
Hillary Oakley, PA-C MMS
Sub-investigator
6 months clinical research experience
Carmen Perez
Study Coordinator Assistant
3 years clinical research experience
Our patient demographic is broad as our metropolitan area has several different ethnic groups and varied age groups.
We have patients from children to geriatrics and all patients in
between.
In addition, patients seek our help with issues ranging from
acne to soft tissue augmentation
Kenneth Beer, MD, President
Monica Dunn, RN, BSN, Clinical Trial Coordinator
Kenneth Beer MD, PA
1500 North Dixie Hwy, 303
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
USA
Phone: 561-805-9911
Fax: 561-655-9233
EMail: madmay2@aol.com
Web Site: http://www.palmbeachcosmetic.com/research.html
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