Clinical Research Centers
The Clinical Research Centers (CRCs) at IUPUI conduct both adult and pediatric protocols and support studies funded by Public Health Sciences (PHS) and industry. The 3 CRCs located on the IUPUI campus provide space and staff support (nurses and/or medical assistants) to conduct academic and industry-sponsored clinical research studies for both inpatient and outpatient visits and have access to emergency care. Our staff works in a variety of therapeutic areas including oncology, neuroscience, endocrinology, pulmonary and pediatric care. Our Clinical Research Centers are one of a few centers in the nation with fully developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Along with clinical research conduct training, all of our nurses are training in CPR, advanced life support, and chemotherapy administration.
The CRC Administrative Manager provides investigators with information related to the services offered and the facilities available in the CRC, instructions for protocol submission, facilitation of the protocol review process, and for general assistance related to CRC information/processes.
For more information, please visit the CRC website or contact Laurie Trevino or Keier Dante.
View each location below for detailed information on resources, staff and hours.
Location
5th Floor of University Hospital
550 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Resources
- 10 Inpatient beds
- 14 Outpatient rooms
- Metabolic kitchen
- Sample processing lab for study team utilization
Staff
- 7 ACLS, PALS certified RNs
- Medical assistant
- OP receptionist
- Part-time dietitian
Hours of Operation
Inpatient Stays
7:00 am Tuesday – 7:00 pm Friday
Outpatient Visits
7:00 am Monday – 7:00 pm Friday
Please contact Laurie Trevino at 317.274.0952 to discuss your study if you will need study assistance outside of normal hours of operation.
Inpatient Rooms & Resources
There are 10 CRC private inpatient rooms with shared toilets between rooms. Included is a large 2-room suite designed for more intensive studies requiring multiple procedures, and 1 negative airflow room. Overnight accommodations are required/provided for one parent if the patient is a minor.
Our CRC staff can also go to other inpatient units for patients who are enrolled in a study and are hospitalized for their non-research care. Contact Tina Nitsos at 317.278.3567 or Laurie Trevino at 317.274.0952 to determine feasibility.
Outpatient Rooms & Resources
There are 14 CRC outpatient rooms, including a patient consult room and 2 rooms suitable for study monitors. Rooms are equipped with furnishings to accommodate a variety of outpatient research needs.
An Administrative Specialist is located at the outpatient reception desk just inside the entrance to the CRC Outpatient Unit. Research participants are greeted upon arrival and connected to the proper study coordinator and room.
Location
5th Floor of Goodman Hall
355 West 16th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Resources
- 3 infusion rooms
- 2 large exam rooms
- EEG testing
- Specimen processing area
- Kitchen
- Workspace for research staff
- Patient consult room
Staff
- Full-time medical assistant
- Registered nurse upon request
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
Approximately 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Location
2nd Floor, Riley Children’s Hospital
705 Riley Hospital Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Resources
- 9 exam rooms
- 2 behavior/interview rooms
- Intake room
- Large waiting room
- Specimen processing area
- Workspace for research staff
Staff
- Outpatient receptionist
- Medical assistant
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Requesting CRC Services
Complete your study information on the CRC Request for Services Form, which can also be accessed by clicking on the “Request CRC Services” button on the right.
- Externally-funded studies will receive an administrative review.
- Internally-funded studies will be sent to the Project Development Team for review.
CRC Forms
CRC Visit Request Forms
Visit requests for a study participant are accepted up to 12 noon the day before the visit. To schedule a study participant visit, please use the appropriate forms below:
MRN Request Form
This form allows you to request a Medical Record Number for Study Participants that may not already have an MRN.
CRC Physician Orders Template
This template is required for inpatient orders that include patient care requirements for your clinical trial such as medications, labs, and required study assessments.