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Clinical Research Opportunities in Richmond, Virginia

Helping advance medicine through safe, ethical, community-based research.

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What We Do

We connect eligible participants with clinical research studies and support sponsors with high-quality research operations. Our team is dedicated to making clinical research accessible, safe, and meaningful for the Richmond community.

How It Works

  1. Browse studies that are now enrolling — Explore studies currently open and find one that may be a good fit for you. View Studies
  2. Contact our team to see if you may qualify — Reach out with questions. No commitment required. Contact Us
  3. Our staff will follow up with next steps — We'll review your information and guide you through any screening that may be needed.

Our Participant-First Commitment

  • Ethical research practices — Every study follows strict ethical guidelines and is overseen by independent review boards.
  • Participant safety and privacy — Your safety and privacy are our top priorities throughout every step of the research process.
  • Clear communication and support — We keep participants informed and supported from first contact through study completion.

Meet the Team

Our team brings together experienced clinicians, researchers, and dedicated staff committed to high-quality, community-centered research.

  • Sana Ijaz, Owner / CEO — Leading Community Health Research Partners with a vision for accessible, ethical, and community-centered clinical research in Richmond, VA.
  • Dr. Dina Elnaggar, MD, MS, CAQSM, Principal Investigator — Board-certified family medicine and sports medicine physician with extensive clinical research experience.
  • Dr. Chuka Ofiaeli, Principal Investigator — Experienced in Phase II and Phase III clinical trials across gastroenterology, infectious disease, and metabolic conditions.

Learn More About Our Team

Interested in Participating or Partnering With Us?

Contact our team today — we'd love to hear from you.

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