Our private-practice is a group of 15 physicians with two locations, who also conduct clinical research trials. This is often a wonderful opportunity for patients as they are offered the latest research advancements as an option for treatment. It also ensures our physicians are informed of the most current medical information and treatment options available. Our physicians have staff privileges at all the Albany and Troy, academic and community Hospitals. They also consult and direct at In-Patient and Out-Patient Pulmonary rehabs and two local Sleep / Wake centers, as well as Chest Clinics. With the opening of our new Troy location in February 2005 , PCCS will have it's very own Sleep Center with four beds available for day/night sleep studies.
Our practice has been involved with clinical research for since 1998. We have participated in numerous OutPatient trials, phases II through IV.
The Pulmonary diseases we specialize in include; COPD, Sleep Disorders, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Asthma, Pneumonia, Sarcoidosis, Emphysema, Smoking Cessation, and Bronchiectasis.
Previous Sponsors/CROs include:
- Forest / InSite Clinical Trials
- Bio-Technology General
- Biogen / Covance
- Bristol-Myers Squibb / PPD Development
- Genentech/CTMS
- Glaxo Welcome
- Bayer
- ONO Pharmaceutical / Pharmanet
- Pfizer / RPS
- Chiron Corporation (formerly PathoGenesis)
- Byk Gulden
Current Sponsors/CROs include:
- GlaxoSmithKline/Paragon Biomedical
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- ALTANA / ICON
- Genentech / Novartis / COVANCE
- Astra Zeneca
Principal / Sub - Investigators Expertise:
| Name | Specialty and Board Certified |
| Geoffrey L. Serfilippi, MD | Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine |
| Anthony J. Cagino, MD | Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine |
| Dennis A. Gort, MD | Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine |
| Rita S. Alowitz, NP | Adult Medicine, Sleep Disorders |
| Clinical Research Staff | Position | Research |
| Barbara M. Diggins, RN, CCRC | Manager/Study Coordinator | 7 yrs. exp. |
| Dora M. Anderson, RN | Study Coordinator | 1 1/2. yrs. exp. |
| Respiratory Staff | Role in Clinical Trials | Experience |
| Mary Jane Walton, RRT | Pulmonary Function Testing | 4 years |
| Marie Malinowski, RRT | Pulmonary Function Testing | 2 years |
| Hydee Yonkers, RRT | Pulmonary Function Testing | 1 year |
We have a database of over 36,000 patients
We have participated in trials including:
- Asthma (mod - severe)
- COPD (multiple studies)
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Community-Acquired Respiratory Tract Infections
- Bronchiectasis
- COPD / Diabetes Mellitus
We are located in the Capital District area of the state with a population of more than 220,000.
Our patient population base is spread from the Catskills to the Adirondacks.
Pulmonary/Respiratory Diseases
Our offices are conveniently located in Albany and nearby Troy., with our research conducted primarily in the Albany office. Many procedures are conveniently done on-site such as: Spirometry, Oximetry, X-rays, Phlebotomy, Arterial Blood Gas testing. We also have several Licensed Respiratory therapists and a body box system for full Pulmonary Function Testing. Other procedures such as MRIs or CT scans can also be done within the Business Park or at one of the nearby hospitals. We are also within close proximity to the Albany International Airport and have access to public transportation.
Barb Diggins, RN, CCRC
Clinical Research Manager
Pulmonary and Critical Care Services, P.C.
The Conway Building
1 Conway Court
Troy, NY 12180
USA
518 438 4496 Ext. 4283
518-438-5803 (fax)
bdiggins@pccspc.com