Eye Care Associates of Greater Cincinnati
5535 Fair Lane Road
Green, Ohio 45239
(513)221-5274 http://www.eyecarecincinnati.com wendy_shoger@trihealth.com

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Eye Care Associates of Greater Cincinnati is a comprehensive ophthalmology group practice consisting of eight board-certified ophthalmologists and two therapeutically licensed optometrists located in seven established offices. All of our physicians are highly respected for their significant medical expertise, as well as being very visible in the Cincinnati suburban communities where they practice. The average practice experience is approximately 20 years. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye syndrome, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, contact lens, diseases of the cornea, lids, and conjunctiva.

As our practice has grown and matured, we have come to view clinical research as an integral part of our practice. We believe it strengthens our patient relationships and keeps us abreast of vision care advances and improved treatments. We place emphasis on creating a pleasant, friendly, high quality medical environments for our patients, our sponsors and monitors. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, and place great attention to detail and accuracy. Due to our moderate size and lack of hierarchy, we also have also received many compliments for our responsiveness and ability to act quickly.

We are dedicated to excellence both for our patients and in our clinical studies. We have and will continue to invest in “best in class” techniques and tactics to accomplish this. We strive to be a key player and a top of mind choice for clinical studies related to all aspects of adult eye care research. We are a growing organization fully dedicated to integrating clinical research into our practice.

We have been actively involved in clinical research since 2006. We have already conducted many different types of clinical studies related to eye diseases, conditions and disorders. We have focused on outpatient trials. While participating in Phase II-IV clinical studies, we have worked with the following organizations:

  • Alcon
  • ISTA Pharmaceuticals
  • Bausch & Lomb
  • InSite Vision
  • Vistakon
  • Evolutec
  • Inspire Pharmaceuticals
  • MacuSight
  • ORA
  • PPD
  • Quintiles
  • Radiant Research

Our Areas of Research experience to date:

  • Blepharitis
  • Allergic Conjunctivitis
  • Post-Operative Inflammation
  • Corneal Ulcers
  • Bacterial Conjunctivitis
  • Viral Conjunctivitis
  • Dry Eyes
  • Glaucoma
  • Contact Lens Solution
  • Contact Lens

Eye Care Associates has seven board certified ophthalmologists that have experience as Principal Investigators. All are certified and current in Protection of Human Subjects in Clinical Studies and maintain strict adherence to Good Clinical Practices. Curriculum Vitae are available upon request.

Director of Clinical Research:

Thomas T. Macejko M.D.
General Ophthalmology
LOCS III Certified

Investigators:

Robert Benza M.D.
General Ophthalmology
LOCS III Certified

Mark T. Bergmann M.D.
General Ophthalmology

Karen Klugo M.D.
General Ophthalmology

Edward J. Meier M.D.
General Ophthalmology

Kelly P. O'Neill M.D.
General Ophthalmology

Leon A. Reid M.D.
General Ophthalmology
LOCS III Certified

We have a dedicated full time Clinical Research Coordinator, plus each office has a trained research coordinator. All have current training in GCP and protection of human subjects. All members of the research team have experience working with sponsors and monitors.


We have achieved a reputation for successful recruitment and meeting enrollment goals. Our active patient base, over 35,000 patients, is a powerful resource for testing new treatment options for the growing mature market. More than 50% of our patient base is concerned about vision issues as one ages, as well as diseases and conditions that materialize with aging and interfere with vision. They have shown great commitment to participating in research studies to expand their treatment options. Our patient population is:

Gender

  • Female: 60%
  • Male: 40%

Age Groups:

  • 10-19 age group: 8.1%
  • 20-34 age group: 8.1%
  • 35-59 age group: 30.5%
  • 60-64 age group: 9.9%
  • 65-74 age group: 19.1%
  • 75+ age group: 21.5%

We have been able to effectively supplement this patient database (when study protocol requires) using physician referrals, print and internet advertising, flyer and brochure distribution, and direct mailings.

We use the Central IRB.


Ophthalmology

We have seven offices strategically situated around Greater Cincinnati, Ohio' Fairfield, Harrison, Kenwood, Madeira, Mason, Oakley, West Chester and Western Hills. All offices are conveniently located and easily accessible to major highways, and in close proximity to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), approximately a 30 minute drive. Each office offers state of the art equipment, including exam rooms fully equipped for complete eye exams, locked file and drug storage area, locked freezer and refrigerators, Humphrey Visual Field Analyzers, IOLMaster and Immersion A-Scan capability, Diode Laser, SLT Laser, centrifuge and an area for monitor visits.

We have the ability to conduct surgical and device studies at conveniently located out-patient hospitals.


Wendy Shoger
Director of Business Development
Eye Care Associates of Greater Cincinnati
5535 Fair Lane Road, Suite C
Cincinnati, OH 45227
USA
(513)221-5274 ext. 12
(513)961-5100 (fax)
wendy_shoger@trihealth.com
www.eyecarecincinnati.com


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