Patient Education
Houston Endoscopy & Research Center
(HERC), established in 1999, is an independent, multi-specialty research site that conducts clinical trials for major research pharmaceutical companies for new and approved medications that are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and an Ethical Review Board (IRB). We are proud in helping these companies provide patients with safe and effective medications.
Clinical Research is essential to understanding diseases, improving treatment methods and providing alternative therapies for patients. Caring, focus and dedication is the pathway to making a difference in the clinical research industry.
HERC and their experienced staff are continually striving to provide exceptional service in assisting our patients and sponsors.
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Dr. Vikram S. Jayanty, PI / Medical Director
Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine Trials |
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Dr. Vikram Mehra, PI
Psychiatry Trials |
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Danielle Boyd-Olszeski, PA
Sub-Investigator |
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Normie Stewart-Brown, MA, CRC
Primary Coordinator |
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Fatima Menjivar, MA, CRC
Assistant Coordinator |
Currently Enrolling Studies
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Predominant Diarrhea (IBS-D)
- Hepatitis C
- Anal Fissure Disease
- Major Depression Disorder
Participating in a clinical trial can have possible benefits to you as a patient. As a patient volunteer you can access treatment options, health assessments and medications that may not be available to you otherwise.
If you are interested in participating in one of our studies or would like further information, please feel free to contact us by phone or email:
713-932-6446
or
[email protected]