About Us

Based in Brookvale in the Northern Beaches, we are a clinical research centre, researching the newest medical treatments and medical devices. Our aim is to collect unbiased data from voluntary research participants to help develop the latest treatments. We focus on you, the participant, enjoying the experience of helping out with research in a safe environment.

We want to build our relationship in the Northern Beaches and become a foundation involved in the local community. People of the Northern Beaches have been unrepresented in clinical research, and now is the opportunity to be involved in our latest research studies to help better the world.

What is Clinical Research?

Clinical research, also known as clinical trials, is the main process to find out if a new treatment or medical device is safe and effective in people. There are 4 phases to clinical research, with the earlier phases focusing on participant safety, and the later phases making sure the new treatment is effective.

Without clinical research we would never be able to improve our current medications. On average it takes around 10 years to get a new drug to market, with roughly only 15% of them being approved by the regulatory bodies. All of our research studies are approved by an independent ethics committee and all of your participant data is deidentified.

Our Team

Meet our site’s clinical research team – the driving force behind our commitment to excellence in clinical trials. Experts in their fields, they ensure the highest standards of patient care and ethical conduct throughout the trial process.

MARIANA ALMEIDA

SITE DIRECTOR

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EHSAN PANAHI

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

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RACHEL GRAHAM

CLINICAL RESEARCH PHYSICIAN

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MADELEINE JANIN

CLINICAL RESEARCH PHYSICIAN

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MARIANA ALMEIDA

SITE DIRECTOR

Mariana has over 15 years of experience in Phase 1 to Phase 4 clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas with some of the largest research companies in the world. Having worked previously as a study coordinator, a clinical research associate, and a quality director for a large CRO, Mariana brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our clinic.

She is known for a disciplined approach to execution, excelling in driving projects through to completion based on milestones and top-notch communication.

In her current role, Mariana manages all clinical trial activities at our Northern Beaches site.

EHSAN PANAHI

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Dr Ehsan Panahi is a Principal Investigator at Northern Beaches Clinical Research, part of the Walski Clinical Research Network. He received his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery at the University of Queensland and is currently studying a Master of Public Health at the University of NSW.

Dr Panahi has more than seven years’ experience in general medicine and clinical research and has worked in leading metropolitan hospitals, as well as working in regional parts of NSW. Dr Panahi is passionate about increasing patient access to novel treatments through clinical research and ensuring diversity in patient recruitment.

He has a keen interest in metabolic and cardiovascular health and is supporting the development of the metabolic & cardiovascular research program at Northern Beaches Clinical Research.

RACHEL GRAHAM

CLINICAL RESEARCH PHYSICIAN

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MADELEINE JANIN

CLINICAL RESEARCH PHYSICIAN

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Get Involved!

Become a participant today and help support medical advancement in Australia. We are always looking for new participants who are eager to contribute to the future of healthcare. With a wide range of research studies, there’s something for everyone. Join us on the path to medical discovery and improved healthcare. Your participation makes a difference.

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