Research Center Profile:
Research Strategies of Memphis, LLC
Research Strategies of Memphis, LLC is an independent full time
dedicated research site working towards a goal of better
understanding and treating psychiatric disorders by helping bring
additional effective pharmaceutical products to market for both
patients and professionals.
All Research Strategies of Memphis employees have a passion
for serving the community who are afflicted with psychiatric
disorders and had all worked together in other capacities prior to
the inception of Research Strategies of Memphis. All our Physician
Investigators are Board Certified or Board Eligible in the field of
Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. All of the Physician
investigators affiliated with our site are cognizant of the many
modalities of psychiatric treatment due to their affiliation with
clinical research. The physician investigators have a large private
practice, which has been established in the Memphis area for
thirty-five years. In addition to treating patients on an
outpatient level, they also see patients in both an acute,
intensive outpatient and residential setting.
All of our physician investigators are committed to quality and
continuity of care. Therefore, after participating in a clinical
trial, the patient volunteers have an option to be seen
outpatient by the affiliate practice for their mental health
needs. Becky Pace, RN is renowned in the field of research and has
been a key player in the industry for over twenty years. Her
professional affiliations and excellent reputation allow her to be
both an advocate for patients as well as the sponsor organizations
whom we serve.
Research Strategies of Memphis has been conducting clinical
research since 2005. Our Physician Investigators and research team have over fifty years combined experience in clinical research in both Adult and Adolescent trials. We conduct all phases of clinical research in the field of psychiatry to include, but not limited to:
- ADHD and ADD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder or Manic Depression
- Depression
- Elderly Psychosis
- Insomnia
- Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective and Schizophreniform
Research Strategies of Memphis, LLC has worked with a variety of
sponsors since its inception to include but not limited to:
AstraZeneca, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Dainippon Sumitomo Pharma,
Eli Lilly, Forest Pharmaceuticals, I-3, Johnson & Johnson,
K-Force, GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer, Quintiles, Merck & Co.,
Novartis, Omnicare Clinical Research, Organon, Otzuka,
Sanofi-Aventis, Shire, Solvay and Wyeth.
Our research site is located in the center of Memphis, which
serves as the medical hub for the Mid-South Area. The greater
Memphis metropolitan area including the adjacent areas of
Mississippi and Arkansas has an estimated population of
approximately 1.2 million people. We are conveniently located on the Memphis Area Transit line. We also provide cab transportation for patients when necessary.
Research Strategies of Memphis conducts all phases of clinical trials in both adults and children. Inpatient Clinical Trials are conducted in conjunction with Parkwood Behavioral Health System and Delta Medical Center, both located in close proximity to the site. Research Strategies of Memphis is highly accommodating to monitors and sponsors with separate areas for them to work at the site, while having full access to our staff. Our site is dedicated solely to research and has a central lab on the premises as well as the latest technology available to connect and transmit data. Other equipment includes ECG machines, centrifuge and -20 freezer. Our office has separate exam rooms, physician consult rooms and each clinical research coordinator has their own office in order to see study patients. Regulatory and Contractual documents are completed in house, with turnaround in 3-5 business days.
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IN MEMORIUM
Roger B. Vogelfanger, MD
August 23, 1946 - December 13, 2009
Roger B. Vogelfanger, MD was one of the primary founders of Research Strategies of Memphis, LLC and RSM’s primary Principal Investigator until his death in 2009. “Dr. V” (as he was affectionately called) was a graduate of Cornell University and completed Medical School at Vanderbilt University. Dr. V served as the Chief Resident in Adolescent Psychiatry at Saint Joseph Hospital/University of South Florida. He began his private practice in Memphis in 1976 and served as the Medical Director for a local inpatient psychiatric unit. Dr. Vogelfanger was Board Certified in Adult and Adolescent Psychiatry. “Dr. V” will always be in our hearts .
- David L. Struble, MD is a graduate of Middle
Tennessee State Universtity where he graduated magna cum laude and
completed Medical School at The University of Tennessee School of
Medicine. Dr. Struble completed his residency and fellowship at
Wright State University School of Medicine where he served as Chief
Resident. Following a tour of duty in the United States Air Force,
Dr. Struble began his private practice in Memphis. Dr. Struble is
Board Certified in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry.
- Anita Varma, MD is a graduate of Muhlenberg
College and completed Medical School at Ross University School of
Medicine. Dr. Varma completed her Residency at University of
Tennessee School of Medicine where she served as the Chief Resident
Physician. Dr. Varma is certified in Electro Convulsive Therapy or
ECT and is Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
- Kenny Terry, MD is a graduate of Jackson State
University and completed Medical School and Residency Training at
The University of Tennessee. Dr. Terry earned the Teaching Resident
of the Year 2004-2005 as well as the President of the Psychiatry
Interns for 2003-2004. Dr. Terry is Board Eligible in
Psychiatry.
- Paul King, MD is a graduate of Brooklyn
College and completed Medical School at Cornell University Medical
College. Dr King also has a Masters of Science in Microbiology from
Long Island University. Dr King completed a fellowship in Child
Psychiatry from the University of Tennessee and residency at the
Payne Whitney Psychiatric Clinic in New York, NY. Dr King began his
private practice in 1977 and has served as a Medical Director for
several psychiatric inpatient facilities since that time. Dr King
has authored the book Sex, Drugs and Rock'N Roll - Healing
Today’s Troubled Youth.
- Steven Rice, MD is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and completed Medical School at Tulane Medical School. Dr. Rice completed an Internship at Baptist Memorial Hospital and Psychiatry Residency at the University of Tennessee both located in Memphis, TN. Dr. Rice is Board Certified in Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry.
- David B. Goldstein, PhDis a graduate of the University of Florida and postgraduate training includes his Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Psychiatry from Yale University and his Master in Clinical Psychology and Doctor of Philosophy from the University of New Mexico. Dr Goldstein conducts psychological testing and evaluation for many of the area schools and hospitals and is a consultant to the Memphis Police Department. Dr Goldstein is an active member in numerous professional organizations and is highly published in the area of Psychology. Dr Goldstein is Board Certified in Psychology.
Research Strategies of Memphis staff are all well trained and
experienced in working with patients suffering various psychiatric
disorders among all age groups. They make a choice to work in the
mental health field and have a passion for being a part of bringing
more effective treatments available to the general public. Our coordinators are cross trained in all protocols to ensure backup. Our administrative staff provides rapid budget negotiation and timely central IRB submissions. All staff contributes to patient recruitment, led by our Site Recruitment Specialist. We use Investigator referrals, past patient database and market/advertising efforts.
We conduct Adult and Adolescent Phase II – IV clinical trials and offer:
- Onsite Quality Assurance
- Round the clock medical coverage
- Strict Protocol Adherence
- Complete Confidentiality
- Experience in eCRF’s and IVRS
- Highly qualified Raters
Memphis metropolitan area consists of surrounding counties in Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas with a population of over 1.2 million people. This makes Memphis the 18th largest city in the nation. Given the fact that Memphis is so centrally located in the Mid South region, many individuals from a large portion of all three states come to Memphis to receive medical care.
We have access to patients of all ages and ethnicity. We enroll only the most qualified participants, resulting in the most accurate data.
Research Strategies of Memphis utilizes a central IRB designated by the study sponsor and has a central laboratory on the premises. Lab personnel maintain IATA certification. The site is spacious and very comfortable for the study volunteers. Research Strategies of Memphis strives to be accommodating to study volunteers, study sponsors and all others affiliated in the clinical research process.
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