As part of the Duke University School of Medicine, the Duke Clinical Research Institute (DCRI) is known globally for conducting groundbreaking multinational trials, managing major national patient registries, and performing landmark research. As an academic clinical research organization, we combine the faculty expertise of practicing physicians with the full-service operational capabilities of a major CRO. We design and implement innovative clinical trials that advance the understanding of health and disease and inform efforts to improve the quality of care. Our experience stretches from phase I to phase IV and beyond, encompassing post-approval analyses and health economics.

The breadth of our work in numerous therapeutic areas is matched by the depth of our knowledge, which we disseminate through high-impact publications and global meetings. Since 1996, DCRI's faculty and staff have disseminated over 17,500 peer-reviewed publications and have been cited in over 760,500 scientific articles.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute

Adrian Hernandez

Daniel K. Benjamin

Suzanne Pfeifer

Tywanna McKoy

Dana McDonald

Amanda Derr

Jyotsna Garg

Anne Wolfley

Samantha Dallefeld

The Leadership Team at the Duke Clinical Research Institute plays a critical role in strategic decision-making and overarching governance of clinical research activities. This team, composed of senior figures such as the Chief Fellow and Principal Biostatistician, ensures that innovative clinical trials are designed effectively and adhere to regulatory standards, while also overseeing financial considerations through input from the Chief Financial Officer. Their collaborative efforts guide the DCRI’s mission to advance medical research and improve patient care outcomes globally.

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