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About Centricity Research

Research that moves
medicine forward

We’re one connected network of clinical research sites advancing science through groundbreaking studies, with a deeply human focus.

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Our impact

One of the largest clinical research networks in North America

For more than two decades, we’ve helped bring new treatments from the lab to the people who need them. Our network unites experienced investigators, world-class sites, and the communities they serve — so that more people, in more places, can take part in the research shaping tomorrow’s medicine.

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How we grew into a network

From a single site to one of North America’s largest research networks — built through the pioneering teams at LMC, AAC, and Lucas Research, now united under Centricity Research.

LMC Manna was founded by the merger of LMC Diabetes and Manna Research
1997
IACT acquires Endocrine​ Consultants and Cancer Center
2014/2015

In December 2021, Centricity acquires True North Clinical

2021
In June 2022, Centricity merges with Aventiv Research
2022
In November 2023, Centricity acquires Lucas Research
2023
Dr. Jeff Kingsley founded IACT Health; Dr. Samir Arora founded Aventiv Health
2006
IACT forms JV with Piedmont Healthcare Piedmont Healthcare
2021
Centricity is formed via IACT Health, and LMC Manna merger
2021
Trinity Hunt Partners invests in Centricity, accelerating its growth strategy
2023
Centricity grown to North America’s largest Clinical Research Company.
2026

Our team

Meet our leaders

The clinicians and operators guiding our network — united by a commitment to rigorous science and genuine care for patients.

Shakeel Abdul
Chief Executive Officer​
Joe
Chief Medical Officer​
Cooper
SVP, Business Development​
Marcha
Director, Contracts & Budgets​
Raphaël
Exec. Director, Study Admin​
Anjali
Head of Marketing & Tech​
Amanda
VP, Clinical Operations​
Talya
Director of Operations​
Jordan
Director, Provider Operations​
Ashley

Director, People Operations​

How We Work

A fully integrated research organization

Operating as a single, connected network, Centricity Research conducts Phase I through Phase IV studies across a broad range of specialties — from cardiology and endocrinology to dermatology, neurology, and beyond. That scale means sponsors move faster, sites stay supported, and patients gain access to the studies that matter most.

Operating as a single, connected network, Centricity Research conducts Phase I through Phase IV studies across a broad range of specialties — from cardiology and endocrinology to dermatology, neurology, and beyond. That scale means sponsors move faster, sites stay supported, and patients gain access to the studies that matter most.

One Connected Network

Centralized processes with local site expertise.

Study Start-Up

Supporting efficient site activation and study preparation.

Patient Recruitment

Using database outreach, digital advertising, community engagement, and site-level recruitment.

Study Conduct

Experienced research teams supporting patients throughout the study journey.

Data & Insights

Focused on high-quality execution and data integrity.

Our Ecosystem

It all starts and ends with the Patient.

Operating as a single, connected network, Centricity Research conducts Phase I through Phase IV studies across a broad range of specialties — from cardiology and endocrinology to dermatology, neurology, and beyond. That scale means sponsors move faster, sites stay supported, and patients gain access to the studies that matter most.

Our Ecosystem

It all starts and ends with the Patient.

Operating as a single, connected network, Centricity Research conducts Phase I through Phase IV studies across a broad range of specialties — from cardiology and endocrinology to dermatology, neurology, and beyond. That scale means sponsors move faster, sites stay supported, and patients gain access to the studies that matter most.

Patients

Access to leading st. close to home, with a team that treats you like a person not number.

Sponsors/CROs

Innovative treatments for real patient needs

Investigators

Experienced researchers delivering high-quality, patient-focused care

Communities

Greater awareness access and opportunity

Representation

Representing the communities we serve

Medicine works best when trials reflect the people who will use it. Our community-embedded sites help us reach patients that research has too often overlooked.
Diverse patient populations

We recruit study participants that reflect the real-world communities a treatment is meant to serve.

Community-embedded sites

Local sites build lasting trust — reaching patients who have historically been left out of research.

Aligned with FDA diversity goals

Our approach supports the industry-wide push for more representative, inclusive clinical trials.

Diverse patient populations

We recruit study participants that reflect the real-world communities a treatment is meant to serve.

Community-embedded sites

Local sites build lasting trust — reaching patients who have historically been left out of research.

Aligned with FDA diversity goals

Our approach supports the industry-wide push for more representative, inclusive clinical trials.

Sponsors

A trusted partner for the world's leading sponsors

Sponsors choose Centricity Research for reliable enrollment, high-quality data, and dependable execution. With integrated sites and experienced coordinators across North America, we help bring treatments to market with confidence — spanning oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, women’s health, vaccines, and more.

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Whether you’re exploring a study or a research site near you, there’s a place for you in our network.

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