Hometown Research is a Phase I-IV clinical research organization that functions within the dynamic and novel perspective of the acute care environment staffed by family medicine practitioners thereby having access to diverse populations and disease indications. Since 2006, this organization has conducted 300+ trials given our unwavering commitment to cost-effective trial management, data integrity and patient safety.
Our vision is unmistakable, to change lives through medical innovation and research excellence.
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATORS
Steve Choi, MD,
Narinder Saini, MD
Blaise Gatto, DO
Key Differentiators
Our flexible approach to clinical research allows Hometown Research to remain highly evolved within the changing dynamics of healthcare.
Nimble Approach
• Lightspeed activation as needed
• 2 to 4 wk start-up timelines
• 1 to 2 wk IRB approvals
• Centralized budgeting/contracting
• Centralized, collaborative workflows
• Robust corporate infrastructure to
support clinical research services
Patient Recruitment
• 1400 patient visits per day at our 32 clinics
• Highly diverse patient population
⚬ 3-7% Hispanic
⚬ 15-21% African American
⚬ 2-5% Asian/Pacific Islander
• Pediatric and adult >60 yo demographics
Experience
• 17 years research experience
• 300+ Trials
• Familiarity with multiple disease indications
• Reliable enrollment
A History of Community Commitment
Hometown Urgent Care and Research was established in 2006. It quickly became the largest urgent care provider in Ohio and a highly regarded Clinical Research company.
Hometown Research was acquired by WellNow Urgent Care and Research in December 2020. On July 1, 2024, Hometown reacquired WellNow Urgent Care, and is now operating under the DBA Hometown Urgent Care again.
Throughout this timeframe, our clinical research staffing, SOP’s and study conduct have remain unchanged given our relentless commitment to clinical research excellence.
Focused on Results and Research
Hometown Clinical Research is a highly experienced, Phase II-IV clinical research organization that conducts clinical trials in chronic and acute conditions. Patient welfare and safety, data integrity and protocol compliance are our highest priority. Hometown Research is a leading site network delivering high quality clinical research and data to sponsors, and high quality, compassionate care to research participants.
Our therapeutic focus includes research on acute and chronic diseases, in addition to research in the medical testing and device space.