
Center Overview
The Center For Emotional Fitness (CFEF) is a dedicated Clinical Research Site that offers unsurpassed execution of protocols. We are known for our efficient performance of procedures and thorough attention to details. All of the elements of CFEF work together to create a professional, conscientious, and productive environment for the performance of clinical research trials.
The mission of CFEF is to provide the highest quality psychiatric care while following the highest standards in conducting clinical research studies. We recruit only the most qualified participants and, as a result, provide the most complete and accurate study data in the industry.

Clinical Research Experience
CFEF is comprised of a highly professional and dynamic staff with over 50 years of combined research experience. The staff includes a Board Certified Psychiatrist, a Licensed Clinical Ph.D. Psychologist, Certified Clinical Research Coordinators, Certified Technicians, and other experienced research professionals.
Our staff has participated in more than one hundred clinical trials. We have worked with most major pharmaceutical companies. Our C.V. of clinical trials includes both adult and pediatric studies for indications such as:
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Depression
- Treatment Resistant Depression
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Social Phobia,Panic Disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Insomnia
- Alzheimer Disease
CFEF stays at the cutting edge of clinical research by providing our staff with continuing education and training.

Facility Description
CFEF is located in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, centrally located just outside of Philadelphia, Camden, and Trenton. Our facility includes 2 double-locked and secure drug storage rooms, 2 patient exam rooms and a spacious laboratory/procedure room. We also have a large room designated for monitors to use during site visits. The center operates Monday through Friday. We open at 9:00 am daily and to better accommodate our patients, we have evening hours on Mondays and Tuesdays. As a courtesy to our reseach subjects, we also offer complimentary transportation to and from our facility for those patients who may require it.

Investigator Experience
Leon I. Rosenberg, MD
Medical Director
Principal Investigator
Dr. Rosenberg graduated from Harvard University with Honors and received his Medical Degree from the State University of New York - Upstate Medical Center at Syracuse.
Dr. Rosenberg has been in private practice psychiatry for over 20 years and has been the President and Medical Director of the Center for Emotional Fitness for 15 years. His dedication and caring manner have earned him the respect of both patients and colleagues. Dr. Rosenberg has been conducting clinical trials since 1994 and has been the Principal Investigator in over one hundred clinical trials.
Frank McManus, PhD
Primary Rater
Sub-Investigator
Dr. McManus is a Clinical Psychologist. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Widener University He received his Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from West Chester University and his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Walden University. Dr. McManus brings to CFEF his vast knowledge and experience with over one hundred clinical trials.

Staff Expertise
Hayon Kim Choe, CCRC
Director of Clinical Research
Kim is a dedicated and experienced research professional with over seven years in the research field. Kim brings to CFEF her dedicated and caring manner and her experience with over 100 clinical trials in diverse areas of internal medicine trials and psychiatry. She received her CCRC certification from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals.
Donna Rose M. Colucci, MLT, CCRC
Director of Regulatory Affairs
Donna is a highly experienced medical professional with over 30 years in the medical field culminating with 8 years in clinical research. Donna brings to CFEF her attention to detail and her experience with over 100 clinical trials. She received her CCRC certification from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals.
Jennifer Mellon, MST
Laboratory Coordinator
Cheryl Ross, CMA
Clinical Research Coordinator

Patient Demographics
Our facility consists of a large psychiatric private practice. We have access to patients of all ages, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.

Other Information
We are able to use a central IRB and can therefore provide a rapid study start. Contracts and budgets are negotiated quickly. We are highly experience with electronic CRFs and Interactive Voice/Web Response Systems.

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

Contact Information
For more information, please contact:
Kim Choe
Director of Clinical Research
Center For Emotional Fitness
One Utah Avenue
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 USA
Phone: 856-857-9500
Fax: 856-857-9121
E-mail:
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