Dr. Spitz, Principal Investigator at Coastal Connecticut Research, specializes in pharmaceutical clinical trials in health care. He recently was one of the first Clinical Investigators to pass the DIA (Drug Information Administration) Clinical Investigator Certification Exam in Washington, DC, October 2003. Certified Clinical Investigators are pivotal to the drug development process. The DIA states, "This program will provide investigators with the skills and knowledge not only to conduct successful clinical trials but also to do so with credibility. Clinical investigators who complete the certification program demonstrate their commitment to better serving the public and improving patient care." Clinical trials help evaluate the effects of a drug, not yet on the market. Volunteers play an active part in researching new and alternative treatment options in the advancement of the development and treatment of medical conditions or issues. Study medication, testing and study related exams are free to qualified participants. Most studies also compensate for travel.

Clinical trials are conducted by Robert M. Spitz, MD, CCI, the Principal Investigator, and sub-investigators who are qualified gynecologists, a urologist, psychiatrist, internist, endocrinologist, gastroenterologist and a female sexual dysfunction expert. Two clinical research study nurse coordinators run the clinical trials on site. All clinical trials are conducted at Coastal Connecticut Research, LLC in New London, CT. For more information visit our website at www.CCRvolunteer.com or call (860) 443-4567 in New London County or Toll Free 1-888-437-7092.