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

• 2230 NW Pettygrove Street, Suite 120, Portland, Oregon 97210
• This site in the largest Oregon urban area
• Oakridge Medical Clinic Building
• 3 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
• Located on public transportation route and plenty of free off street parking
• Comfortable patient waiting area

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, Site Manager Mr. O’Keefe has over 10 years of management and clinical trial experience. He directs the clinical operations of our Portland site. 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.

The Portland metropolitan area is located in the northwestern corner of Oregon at the confluence of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. It is about 65 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean on the Oregon-Washington state border. Portland offers excellent health care with providers ranging from primary care physicians and nurse practitioners to highly trained specialists. Oregonians are also receptive to alternative health care. The Portland area is served by a number of health service providers who offer residents affordable options. These providers offer a comprehensive array of health and education services through hospitals, clinics and nationally recognized research centers. The Portland metropolitan area is strategically located, with easy access to West Coast markets and beyond. The area has a healthy, diverse economy with a broad base of manufacturing, distribution, wholesale and retail trade, regional government and business services. Oregon Health & Science University well known for is education, research and patient care is one of the top ten employers in Portland. The Portland area population is over 2 million. There are 12 hospitals, over 2,500 medical clinics, 28 radio stations and 7 television stations in Portland

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)

Eugene Office
572 West 11th Ave
Eugene, Oregon 97401
Phone: (541) 341-6565
Fax: (541) 341-3370
President: Gina Tiel
Email: eugene@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.

• Does your child have ADHD and are they negative, hostile, or defiant?
• Does your Child have Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
• Does your Teenager have Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
• Insomnia?
• Mood Swings? (Bipolar Disorder for ages 18 and older)
• Teen Migraine Clinical Research Study

For more information, please contact:

Kristin Milner
Site Manager
Oregon Center for Clinical Investigations, Inc. - Portland
2230 NW Pettygrove Street, Suite 120
Portland, OR 97210 USA
Phone: 503-276-6224
Fax: 503-276-6225
E-mail:

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Last updated on August 21, 2008