Oregon Center for Clinical Investigations, Inc. (OCCI, Inc) is an independent research organization providing field testing facilities and services for major pharmaceutical developers in an effort to meet the mutual goals of improving human health, patient satisfaction, the quality of life, as well as reduce overall costs of health care. We are recognized by pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies as the leading Central Nervous System research site nationwide. OCCI’s mission is ---

OCCI, Inc. operates three professionally managed clinical research sites in Oregon (Eugene, Portland and Salem). OCCI, Inc. specializes in the clinical trials of investigational medications being developed for treatment in Psychiatry, Neurology and General Medicine (Phase II through Phase IV clinical trials).

"The reward of offering investigational medication treatments to our communities is the knowledge that we are contributing to the expansion of healthcare options and that there may be hope for individuals who have lived without safe and effective medical solutions." --- Gina M. Tiel, President, OCCI, Inc.

OCCI, Inc. has experience in many therapeutic areas. Specializing in Psychiatry, Neurology and General Medicine, we have successfully completed 100+ Phase II through Phase IV clinical studies. The OCCI, Inc. team has over 50 years of combined clinical study trial experience and a stellar reputation for implementation and strict adherence to trial protocol and record keeping.

• Central Nervous System (CNS) - Psychiatry
  Anorexia; Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); Bipolar Disorder; General Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Major Depressive Disorder (MDD); Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD); Panic Disorder; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD); Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD); Social Anxiety; Schizophrenia; Treatment Resistant Depression
• Central Nervous System (CNS) -Neurology
  Alzheimer’s Disease; Chronic Pain; Diabetic Neuropathic Pain (DN); Epilepsy; Migraine; Stroke; Vascular Dementia
• General Medicine
  High Cholesterol; Diabetes; High Blood Pressure; Incontinence

• 572 West 11th Ave., Eugene, Oregon 97401
• Our main clinic and corporate businesses offices
• 3,500 square feet, refurbished turn of the century home
• ¼ Mile from the heart of Eugene and ½ mile from Sacred Heart Medical Center
• 10 Combination exam rooms/coordinator offices
• Climate controlled, secured drug storage area
• Phlebotomy draw/processing capabilities including centrifuges, refrigerators and -20° degree freezer
• Medical equipment includes EKG machines, mercury sphygmomanometers and calibrated scales
• Private monitor office
• Large, comfortable patient waiting area
• Located on a major city street and a public transportation route with plenty of free off street parking

Our physicians have well-established practices in their communities and are highly regarded as specialists in their fields. We respect the privacy of our principal investigators and sub-investigators and have elected not to list their names and credentials on this web site. We release specific information on a need to know basis and will provide complete information upon request.

Gina Tiel, MS, Director of Research and President
Ms. Tiel has over 14 years of successful clinical trials experience. She has thorough knowledge and understanding of clinical trial protocols, patient recruitment, FDA regulatory requirements, as well as clinical trials marketing and contracts. Ms. Tiel is the driving force behind OCCI and our high clinical research standards, progressive research initiatives and collaborative synergies with physicians, medical institutions, contract-research organizations and pharmaceutical companies.

Jim O’Keefe, Chief Operating Officer
Mr. O’Keefe has over 10 years of management and clinical trial experience. Jim is one of the key members of new site evaluation and implementation team. Jim is a stickler for protocol details, always on the look out for new and better methods and procedures. He works hard at recruiting new study patients and is OCCI’s resident computer guru.

Many nationally known magazines have touted Eugene, Oregon for its livability; pleasant climate, cultural diversity, quality of professional services, and economy. Eugene’s standard metropolitan area includes its sister city Springfield, to the east and the unincorporated community of Santa Clara, to the north. The total population of the area is over 325,000. Eugene/Springfield has two excellent medical facilities, Sacred Heart Medical Center and McKenzie Willamette Hospital. Peace Health Oregon, Sacred Heart Medical Centers parent company, is the second largest employer in the area. Eugene/Springfield is the second largest urban area in Oregon with the largest university, the University of Oregon. Eugene’s location and quality of living, our medical facilities and university attract very high quality health professionals. Our successful track record for patient recruitment is due to the diverse, well educated highly informed population; our well-trained staff; excellent site location and proven recruitment methods.

Patient recruitment efforts centers around our

• Highly trained staff and personal approach
• 7+ years database
• Advertising (television, radio, print and internet)
• Direct mail
• Networking with community health facilities and physicians
• Community relations (health fairs, seminars, event sponsor and chamber of commerce)

Portland Office
2230 NW Pettygrove Street, Suite 120
Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503) 276-6224
Fax: (503) 276-6225
Site Manager: Jim O’Keefe
Email: portland@occi.org

Salem Office
700 Bellevue St. SE, Suite 240
Salem, Oregon 97301
Phone: (503) 540-0100
Fax: (503) 540-0300
Site Manager: Kristine Kowalski
Email: salem@occi.org

CenterWatch is listing the following trials that are actively recruiting patients at this center.

• Adult ADHD
• Are you a worry wort?
• Are you feeling anxious?
• Are you feeling depressed?
• Do you find yourself nodding off during the day?

For more information, please contact:

Gina Tiel
President President President
Oregon Center for Clinical Investigations, Inc. - Eugene
572 West 11th Ave
Eugene, OR 97401 USA
Phone: 541-341-6565
Fax: 541-341-3370
E-mail:

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Last updated on August 21, 2008