Therapeutic Areas

Neurology

Center Overview

We are a state-of-the-art research facility dedicated to adult and geriatric CNS-related Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials. We are able to use a central or local IRB depending on protocol requirements. Sponsors and CROs have relied on our site to consistently meet or exceed enrollment goals and capture accurate, high quality data while maintaining superior standards of care in accordance with FDA regulations and ICH/GCP guidelines. A partial listing of sponsors and CROs that we have worked with include:

Facility Description

Our state-of-the-art facility offers EMG, Nerve Conduction Studies, Quantitative Sensory Testing, and EEG lab. Our on-site laboratory and phlebotomy area is well equipped and includes dry ice, a centrifuge, and an EKG. We have a double-locking drug storage room, refrigerators and freezers for drug and specimen storage, and are equipped for PK sampling. We offer easy access to diagnostic and specialty equipment including, but not limited to: MRI/MRA (1.0 and 1.5 tesla), CT scan, dexascan, x-ray and ultrasound. Our site is complete with advanced electronic technology for electronic data capture and transmission. We have ample space to comfortably accommodate subjects during routine and extended visits and offer secure record storage on site. CRAs are provided with a designated monitoring station that offers T-1 internet access and analog modem lines.

We are located just 10 minutes from Albany International Airport and 15 minutes from the Amtrak train station in Rensselaer. Our office is also in close proximity to local hotels, restaurants, and shopping districts.

Investigator Experience

Our physicians are experienced Principal Investigators who are all board certified, fellowship-trained neurologists with diverse areas of specialized professional qualifications and interests. Our Investigators actively consult with sponsors and CROs regarding protocol feasibility and development, and are also involved in Investigator- initiated trials. The results of many of these studies have been published and presented by the Investigators at national and international conferences.

Please visit our physicians at www.neurologychannel.com/upstateneuro.

Christopher S. Calder, MD, PhD
James R. Storey Jr, MD, FAAN
David E. Hart, MD
James P. Wymer, MD, PhD
Bruce A. Beesley, MD
Richard B. Brooks, MD
Stanley F. Penc, MD, PhD

Our Principal Investigators have successfully managed trials in the following diagnostic areas:

• Alzheimer’s disease
• Dementia
• Epilepsy
• Fibromyalgia
• Migraine
• Movement Disorders
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Pain (Acute & Chronic)
• Painful Diabetic Neuropathy
• Parkinson’s disease
• Postherpetic Neuralgia
• Pseudobulbar Affect
• Polyneuropathy
• TIA/Stroke

Staff Expertise

Our staff consists of experienced Clinical Research Nurse Coordinators, a Regulatory Document Specialist, and ancillary research support staff, all dedicated to conducting clinical trials only. Coordinators are experienced in successfully managing trials from start-up to close-out. All are certified by the NIH on Human Subject Protection.

The following is a partial listing of staff expertise, experience, and certifications:

Allodynia Mapping
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - Basic Life Support
Collection of Comprehensive Health and Medication Histories
Electronic Data Entry (Palm Pilot)
Electronic CRF Entry
Graduated Tuning Fork Assessment
Infection Control and Barrier Precautions
Intravenous Drug Administration
Nerve Conduction Study Calculation
Phlebotomy and Laboratory Processing
Quantitative Sensory Testing
Subject Recruitment & Retention
Vibratron Assessment

Administering questionnaires and providing disease specific and general evaluations in the following areas:

ADLs
Caregiver burden
Depression
Fatigue
Mental status
Physical mobility
Pain/discomfort
Quality of life
Sleep/wake cycles

Patient Demographics

Our site recruits subjects from throughout the Capital District of New York, southern Vermont, and the Berskhire region of western Massachusetts. Subjects are recruited from: our site’s research database, our Principal Investigator’s private practice patient database, and from community physician referrals. In addition, we advertise on radio, newspaper and via targeted mailings.

Our Investigators and staff participate in community events and give educational talks to patients, family members and area healthcare providers. These local presentations raise community awareness and help maintain the positive attitude towards research that is enjoyed within our community.

Contact Center

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