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Angie Owens; Laury Craun; Barb Doyle; Elizabeth (Liz) Moore; Marisa Dunn; Sue Kim; Amber Sperl; Jonathan Daplas; Ligia Iova; Rosalinda Cruz; Dinah Wolfe; Tisha Davis; Katherine Grekin
Angie Owens, RMA, CCRC, Director of Clinical & Research Services Angie Owens is responsible for the implementation of clinical research studies for drugs and devices applicable to Angie is an ACRP Certified Clinical Research Coordinator and has been active in clinical research and medical product development since 1998. Angie received a Certificate of instruction from the California Association of Paramedical Schools and is a Registered Medical Assistant through Maric College of Medical Careers, San Marcos, California, where she graduated with academic honors. She received her dermatology training in San Diego, where she has worked in the field since 1994.
Laury Craun, Clinical Research Assistant Laury Craun is responsible for direct patient care assistance to Dr. Stacy Smith and Dr. Dan Piacquadio. As the Laury is a Certified Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist. She received her Medical Assistant training at the Pacific College of Medical Assistants in San Diego.
Barb Doyle, RN, Clinical Research Coordinator Barb Doyle is responsible for the implementation of clinical research studies for drugs and devices applicable to Barb began her career in clinical research in Minnesota working as a Clinical Research Coordinator for trials in rheumatology and arthritis. She has worked in a wide variety of research areas also; including neurology, nephrology, and dermatology. She was previously a research assistant with the CRO Elan Pharmaceuticals in San Diego where she helped prepare a sponsor for an FDA audit. Barb also worked in clinical drug safety reporting for PharmaNet, Inc. and in data management for Quintiles CNS Therapeutics in San Diego. Barb received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Nebraska.
Elizabeth (Liz) Moore, Clinical Research Assistant / Recruiter Elizabeth (Liz) Moore is responsible for assisting in the implementation of clinical research studies for drugs and devices applicable to dermatology. This includes daily interaction and monitoring of patient progress, drug/device Liz received her medical training while in the Navy and was honorably discharged from in May 2006 after eight years of service. During her enlistment, Liz had been assigned to an aircraft carrier, working the flight deck, Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms where she was a nationally certified neonatal resuscitation medic, and was then transferred to the emergency room where she was a nationally registered EMT. Liz's last tour was at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, Dermatology Clinic assisting with and supporting staff doctors and residents. At the Dermatology Clinic, Liz specialized in dermatological laser surgery. Liz's extensive medical training transitioned after her naval career and she is now a Certified Medical Assistant.
Marisa Dunn, RN BSN CCRC, Clinical Research Coordinator Marisa has been with Therapeutics Clinical Research for the past eight years. She is a Senior Research Coordinator Marisa is married and has three sons and one daughter. Every so often, she has been known to bring the entire staff a lunch feast from her native country, the Philippines.
As Regulatory Liaison, Sue is responsible for preparation, organization and management of clinical document files to ensure accuracy of all essential regulatory records. She manages the preparation and submission of investigational review board documents for clinical studies and also assists the recruiting department in meeting study specific recruitment goals and web-based marketing. Sue graduated from the University of California, San Diego in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology.
Amber Sperl, Receptionist & Scheduler (Photo to come) As the Receptionist/Scheduler, Amber is responsible for greeting and handling the flow of patients and guests. She is also responsible for taking incoming calls and directing them to the appropriate staff and the primary contact for all scheduling by phone and in person.
Jonathan Daplas, Laboratory Manager John is responsible for processing all laboratory specimens from requisition to results. He also maintains all pathology John received his professional training in phlebotomy at Southwestern College where he received an Associate Degree. He is a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPTI), and has worked in this capacity for the past 11 years. John also attended San Diego State University and graduated Cum Laude in 2002 with a BA in Computer Graphic Design. John is married with a daughter and a son (his bundle of joy!) He likes to mountain bike and kayak fish.
Ligia Iova, Clinical Research Coordinator Ligia Iova is responsible for assisting in the implementation of clinical research studies for drugs and devices applicable to dermatology. This includes daily interaction and monitoring of patient progress, drug/device accountability, and strict protocol implementation. Ligia previously worked for Dermatology Associates as a Medical Assistant. She assisted with dermatological surgeries, cosmetic laser consulting, and served as a MOHS technician preparing slides used to identify the presence of cancerous cells. Ligia is a Certified Medical Assistant and received her training from the Pima Medical Institute in San Diego. She is also trained as a MOHS lab technician, hair transplant technician, and a cosmetic consultant for surgical procedures and cosmetic lasers. She received both her Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and her Master's degree in Special Treatments of Metals from the Polytechnic Institute of Bucharest.
Rosalinda Cruz, CMA, CCRC, Clinical Research Coordinator Rosalinda Cruz joined Therapeutics Clinical Research in March 2008. As a Study Coordinator, she assists in the every day activities surrounding drug and device clinical research in dermatology. She interacts with patients and monitors their progress on a daily basis, monitors drug and device accountability and adheres to Sponsors' protocols. Rosalinda previously worked at the UCSD Pediatric Pharmacology Research Unit as a Clinical Research Coordinator and Medical Assistant for 8 1/2 years, working on Phase I - Phase IV clinical trials in multiple Pediatric and Adolescent indications. She received her professional training at Kelsey Jenney College and is a Nationally Certified Medical Assistant. She has also been a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator since October, 2004.
Dinah Wolfe, CCRC, Clinical Research Coordinator As a graduate from Kelsey-Jenney Business College with an Associate's Degree in Medical Science, Dinah has joined us with 9 years of experience in the research field. Starting her career as a Laboratory Coordinator in 1999, she soon became a Research Assistant and has currently been a Clinical Research Coordinator for about 3 years. She brings with her a range of experience in Phase II - Phase IV clinical trials in schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, insomnia and dermatology.
Tisha Davis , Clinical Research Coordinator (Biography in progress) Tisha joined Therapeutics Clinical Research in July 2009 as a Clinical Research Coordinator. She oversees the day to day activities involved in her assigned clinical research studies. Tisha's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, monitoring patient progress, interaction with sponsors and study monitors, drug accountability, as well as adhering to strict protocol implementation. Prior to becoming a part of the team here at Therapeutics, she worked as a Research Assistant at California Clinical Trials working on various Phase III-IV clinical trials, with studies on Insomnia, Migraines, Devices, and Healthy Normals. Tisha obtained her Medical Assistant training in 2005 at US College of Health and Human Services.
Katherine Grekin , Clinical Research Assistant (Biography in progress)
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dermatology. This includes study execution and management, daily monitoring of subjects' progress, strict protocol adherence, and drug and device accountability. Angie also assists in developing recruitment and retention strategies.
Senior Certified Medical Assistant, she is responsible for ensuring the efficiency of the direct medical examination process. Additionally, Laury performs direct support for dermatological clinical studies performed onsite, as well as being the single point-of-contact for all vendors supporting the clinic. Laury has 14 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in both private practice and at UCSD. Laury is currently in charge of all dermatological photography-related equipment and supplies.
dermatology. This includes study execution and management, daily monitoring of subjects' progress, strict protocol adherence, and drug and device accountability. Barb also assists in developing recruitment and retention strategies.
accountability, and strict protocol implementation. Liz also assists the recruiting department in developing recruitment strategies, meeting study specific recruitment goals, and marketing.
whose duties have included: lead coordinator for numerous clinical studies, patient care and documentation of patient progress and treatment. Marisa received her nursing licensure in 1967, and her Clinical Research Coordinator Certification in 2002. Throughout her career here at Therapeutics Clinical Research, she has, in parallel, held another full time nursing position at the VA Medical Center in San Diego . Her extensive nursing experience and her kind way with our patients have made her quite an asset to Therapeutics Clinical Research. She is "in retirement" now, however, is working with us a few days a week. 
specimens from start to finish, followingCLIA and study protocols as well as the Therapeutics Clinical Research standardoperating procedures. John orders the supplies necessary to support the day to day activities and procedures carried out in the lab and treatment rooms. In addition, he maintains all required lab equipment calibrations and the corresponding log.
