Research Center Profile:
Family Allergy and Asthma Research Institute
Family Allergy and Asthma Research Institute is a group of
multi-therapeutic outpatient clinical sites specializing in
research, education, testing and treatment of pediatric and adult
allergy and asthma patients. We have seven offices serving
populations in Southern Indiana, Metropolitan Louisville and three
rural offices in South Central Kentucky. The Research Center,
(Family)Allergy and Asthma Research Institute (FAARI) is located in
the South End of Louisville and is easily accessible by car and
public transportation. Louisville International Airport is within 3
miles of the Research Center.
The experienced, hardworking team members at FAARI are dedicated
to the goal of a positive experience and outcome for both the study
patient and sponsor.
Some qualities that make FAARI an outstanding center are:
- Good clinical practice to meet the individual needs of
sponsors
- Continuing in-house Quality Assurance Program
- Experienced Research Coordinators and support staff
- Easy access to investigators
- Facilities and staff solely dedicated to clinical research
- Location within the large Metropolitan area of Louisville
- Computerized database of over 15,000 research patients
- Completion of over 90 studies with more than 50 pharmaceutical
and Clinical Research Organizations
FAARI has specialized in clinical research for more than 5
years. We have experience with Phase II, III and IV clinical
trials. Our research interests include:
- Asthma
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Sinusitis
- Urticaria
- Heartburn/Reflux
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Pediatrics
- o Migraine Headache
- Rx to OTC
- Pharmoeconomics
- Quality of Life
- COPD
We are interested in expanding our clinical trials experience to
other areas such as hypertension and migraine headaches. We have
completed research studies with Glaxo Wellcome, Astra Merck,
SmithKline Beecham, Ciba Geigy, Astra USA, Zeneca, Pfizer,
Schering-Plough, Forest, Hoechst Marion Roussel, Rhone-Poulenc
Rorer, Muro, Abbott, Boehringer Ingelheim, Janssen, Sepracor and
ViroPharm. We work well with CRO's. We are frequently the top
enroller for studies in which we participate.
The FAARI Research Center includes:
- 5,400 square foot, state-of-the-art facility
- 11 exam rooms
- PFT & Rhinoscopy rooms
- Laboratory with -22° Freezer
- ECG machines
- Skin testing
- Computerized spirometry and tympanometry testing
capabilities
- Perform specialized methacholine and challenge testing
- Dedicated space for research staff and monitors
- Access to copiers, fax machines and telephones
- Rigorous OSHA requirements for all nursing and laboratory
personnel
- Our office is the only double certified pollen and mold
counting center in the state of Kentucky and Southern Indiana by
the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
- Secured storage for drug and study records
- Dedicated examination rooms
Stephen J. Pollard, M.D., FA.A.A.A.I., Research
Director, is a 1975 graduate of the University of Louisville. He
completed his residency in pediatrics and a fellowship in allergy
and immunology at the University of Louisville School of Medicine.
He is board certified in pediatrics (1980) and a Diplomate of the
American Board of Allergy & Immunology (1983). He is currently
an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Louisville. He
has been the principal investigator in many clinical research
studies.
James L. Sublett, M.D., FA.A.A.A.I., Medical
Director, is a graduate of the University of Louisville School of
Medicine and continued his training there, completing a residency
in pediatrics and two additional years as a Fellow in allergy &
immunology. He remains active with the University School of
Medicine as Section Chief for Allergy & Immunology and
Associate Clinical Professor in Pediatrics. Dr. Sublett is board
certified in pediatrics (1980) and Allergy and Immunology (1981).
He is the National Medical Director of VAACA (Vivra Allergy and
Asthma CareAmerica). He is actively involved in clinical research
and has served as principal & sub-investigator in many research
studies.
Timothy A. Feger, M.D., FA.A.A.A.I., is a 1990
graduate of the University School of Medicine. He completed his
residency in pediatrics at the University of Louisville
Kosair-Childrens Hospital in 1993 and completed a two year
fellowship in June 1995 at the Medical College of Georgia in
allergy, asthma & immunology. Dr. Feger is board certified in
pediatrics (1993) and is board certified in allergy &
immunology (1995). He has worked in laboratory and clinical
research.
Deidra Henley Sanders, MSN, C.F.N.P., received
her nursing degree from Murray State University. She continued her
graduate studies at the University of Kentucky receiving a Masters
of Science in Nursing in 1978. In 1996 she completed the Family
Nurse practitioner program at Spalding University. She has been
actively involved in research as a sub-investigator.
Monica Lillis Bell, MSN, CFNP received her
nursing degree from Albright College. She continued her graduate
studies at Pennsylvania State University receiving a Master of
Nursing in Family Health in 1977.She has been involved in research
as a sub-investigator and joined Family Allergy and Asthma Research
Institute in 2000.
Laura A. Howell, MSN, CPNP received her nursing
degree from Spalding University. She continued her graduate studies
at the University of Cincinnati, receiving a Masters of Science
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in 1996. She has been involved in
research as a sub-investigator, and joined Family Allergy and
Asthma Research Institute in 1999.
Christy M. Yates, CFNP received her nursing
degree from the University of Kentucky. She continued her graduate
studies at Spalding University, receiving a Masters of Science in
Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner. Additionally she completed the
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Program at the University of
Louisville in 1999. She has been involved in research as a
sub-investigator with Family Allergy and Asthma Research Institute
since 2000.
Jason Guin, M.D. is a 1997 graduate of
University of Arkansas for Medical Services. He completed his
residency at the University of Arkansas St. Bernard's Regional
Medical Center in 1998, his pediatric residency at the University
of Mississippi Medical Center in 2001 and a two-year fellowship at
Duke University Medical Center in 2003 in Allergy and Immunology.
Dr. Guin is board certified in Pediatrics and Allergy and
Immunology. He serves as sub-investigator in our studies.
Damon B. Coyle, M.D., F.A.A.P. is a 1998
graduated of University of Louisville - School of Medicine. He
completed his Pediatric residency at University of Tennessee
College of Medicine in 2001 and a two-year fellowship in Allergy
and Immunology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in
2003. Dr. Coyle is board certified in Pediatrics and Allergy and
Immunology. He serves as sub-investigator in our studies.
Juliane C. Morris, MHA, Administrator
Patti Hall, RN, BSN, CCRC, Director of Clinical Research
Member, ACRP
8 years Clinical Research Experience
Lori Meurer, MA, CCRC, Research Coordinator
Member, ACRP
6 years Clinical Research Experience
Lori Ford, LPN, Research Coordinator
2 years Clinical Research Experience
Debra Sampson, MA, Executive Assistant
Clinical Research
Our practice consults with approximately 4,500 new patients per
year for comprehensive allergy workups and 9,000 continuing care
appointments annually. Over 20,000 current patients record are
accessible by our Medic computerized practice management system.
Our clinical research database includes over 9,000 research
participants. We currently serve approximately 6,000 asthmatics
patient with the remainder of patients having allergic rhinitis,
chronic, stinging in a insect hyperactivity, urticaria and other
allergic related problems.
Study volunteers can call:
502-368-0732 or 1-800-999-1249 for more information on
participating in clinical trials.
Patti Hall, RN, BSN, CCRC
Director of Clinical Research
Family Allergy and Asthma Research Institute
Bluegrass Avenue Medical Plaza
1700 Bluegrass Avenue
Louisville, KY 40215
USA
Phone: 502-368-0732
Fax: 502-363-1165
EMail: phall@familyallergy.com
Web Site: http://www.familyallergy.com/
The following trial(s) are actively recruiting patients:
If you are interested in contacting this center to discuss placing a clinical
trial there, please complete and send the E-mail form below. A representative from
the research center will then follow up with you.
