Kidney Specialists of MN, PA, is a group of nephrologists and critical care physicians with offices serving the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul) metropolitan area. KSM established Twin Cities Clinical Research in 1982 with a commitment to conducting high quality, professional clinical studies for the pharmaceutical industry.

Twin Cities Clinical Research has conducted Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials in the following areas: hypertension, hyperlipidemia, dyslipidimia, obesity, renal insufficiency, diabetes, pre-diabetes, osteoporosis, osteopenia, hormone replacement therapy, vaccines, osteoarthritis, heartburn, vaginal dryness, orthostatic hypotension, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, transplantation, kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, and irritable bowel syndrome.

We have developed a reputation for accuracy, thoroughness, timeliness, and reliability. Our customers include: Abbott Labs, Alexion, Amgen, Amylin Pharmaceuticals, AstraZeneca, Aventis, Bayer pharmaceuticals, Bertek, Boehringer-Ingelheim, Boston Biostatics, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Centocor, Chugai-Upjohn, Ciba-Geigy, Clinical Research International, Clinical Research Management, ClinTrials, Covalent, Covance, Dynavax, Eli Lilly & Co., Fibrogen, Forest Labs., Hoechst-Roussel, Genetech, Genzyme, GlaxoWellcome, GlaxoSmithKline, Hoffman-LaRoche, ICON, Insmed, IOMAI, King, KOS, Luitpold, Marion Laboratories, Medpace, Merck Sharp & Dohme, Miles, MTRA, Myogen, NicOx, Novartis, Omnicare, Ortho-Biotech, Paragon Biomedical, Paraxel, Parke-Davis Pharmaceutical, Pfizer Inc., Pharmaceutical Research Associates (PRA), PPD, Pharmacia, PLIVA, Premier Research, Quintiles, Roberts Pharmaceuticals, Roche, Sanofi, Searle, Shire, SmithKline Beecham, Sankyo, Scios-Nova, Synergen, TAP Pharmaceuticals, Wyeth-Ayerst Pharmaceuticals, and Upjohn Company.

Twin Cities Clinical Research has one primary investigative site where we conduct our clinical studies; we also have specialty affiliations in the Twin Cities area. Radiological and ultrasound services are provided by a nearby hospital. Dexa Scans are available. We also have experience with holter monitoring, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, remote data entry, and many other study-specific procedures. Our site provides locked storage for security of supplies and information. Additionally, because our site is located near major medical centers, we are able to work closely with certified laboratory facilities to provide quick turnaround and accurate results.

The Minneapolis/St.Paul International Airport provides easy access to the Twin Cities and our investigative site. We are located at the I-694 and Shingle Creek Parkway in Brooklyn Center, MN. Free parking for our visitors. Restaurants, sports, theatres, and shopping are nearby, including the Mall of America (near the airport). Come and enjoy our beautiful metropolitan area.

N. Martin Lunde, MD, Medical Director
Internal Medicine/Nephrology

Daniel K. Ries, MD, Sub-Investigator
Internal Medicine/Nephrology

George C. Canas, MD, Sub-investigator
Internal Medicine/Nephrology

Jane McGinley RN, CCRC
Program Director, Study Coordinator

Angela Ash RN, CCRC
Nursing Director, Study Coordinator

We also have a dedicated Regulatory Coordinator, Contract & Grant Specialist, 3 Clinical Research Coordinators, 2 Coordinator Assistants, Registered Dietitian, and 2 Recruitment Specialists.

Twin Cities Clinical Research is able to recruit qualified and reliable study participants from our extensive database, private practice, and through our community. We use radio, newspaper, direct mailing, and target publications for advertising.

Twin Cities Clinical Research is seeking volunteers for research studies in the following areas:

• High Cholesterol
• High Blood Pressure
• Diabetes
• Kidney Disease
• Obesity
• Hot Flashes

Study-related medical evaluation and research medication provided to qualified persons. Study qualifications determined by medical history and blood tests. No patient fee involved; compensation for travel available.

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

• Are hot flashes making you misererable? You're not alone.
• Are you concerned about your Cholesterol?
• Are you Overweight?
• Do you have High Blood Pressure?
• Do you have Kidney Disease?
• High Blood Pressure?

For more information, please contact:

Jane McGinley, RN, CCRC
Program Director
Twin Cities Clinical Research
6200 Shingle Creek Parkway, Suite 300
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 USA
Phone: 763-746-9010
Fax: 763-746-9022
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Last updated on August 21, 2008