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Integrated Clinical Research was founded in 2004. Drs Patel and Lee believe in the advancement of retina research to preserve the vision of individuals with potential visual loss. There have been many studies conducted that have saved the vision of individuals that would have not received the treatments otherwise.

Current studies include Wet and Dry Macular Degeneration, Central and Branch Retinal Vein Occlusions, Diabetic Macular Edema, and Uveitis.

The research team takes pride in their work and devotes hours to ensure that patients have access to the most advanced studies and state of the art equipment. They have attended many research seminars around the country to learn more about the newest advancements. Currently they are the top enroller in two Eyetech trials and in the top percentage for vein occlusions and AMD trials. Their motto is, "To Provide Better Patient Care Through Science and Research."

Kristen Garcia, COA   Kristen Garcia, Research Coordinator
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Mrs. Garcia has worked in the ophthalmic field for four and a half years and has been with the Retina Research Institute of Texas for two and a half years. She oversees a group of research trials to ensure that protocols are followed. Ms. Garcia is certified in visual acutiy, refraction, OCT, and photography.
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Brenda Arrington, COA    Brenda Arrington, Senior Diagnostic Technician
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Ms. Arrington has worked in the ophthalmic field for six and a half years and has been with the Retina Research Institute of Texas for one and a half years. She oversees the diagnostic requirements for each study using state of the art equipment and is certified in visual acuity, refraction, OCT, and photography.
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Misty McArthur   Misty McArthur, Diagnostic Technician

Ms. McArthur has worked in the ophthalmic field for two and a half years. She performs diagnostic tests required for studies using state of the art equipment.
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Gwen Campbell, RN   Gwen Campbell, RN, Research RN





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Tamara Bartlett   Tamara Bartlett,
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science

Ms. Bartlett has seven years in the ophthalmic field and has been with the Retina Research Institute of Texas for six months. She oversees clinical trials to ensure that requirements are followed. Ms. Bartlett is certified in visual acuity, refraction, and OCT.
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Yvone Flores   Yvone Flores, Administrative Clerk





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Cindy Petty   Cindy Petty, Coordinator
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)





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If you would like to know more about this research center, please e-mail: research@texasicresearch.com for information.

Updated May 28, 2008

Integrated Clinical Research, LLC
dba Retina Research Institute of Texas

Sunil S. Patel, M.D., Ph.D.
S. Young Lee, M.D.
5441 Health Center Dr.
Abilene, Texas 79606
Phone: 325-690-4414
Toll free: 800-810-7411
Fax: 325-690-4452

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