Meet the Regeneris Clinical Research Team

Our clinical research department works hard to conduct successful clinical trials all year long at our offices in North Attleboro. Our patients love coming in and chatting with our Clinical Research Coordinators as they receive treatment. We hope you enjoy learning more about our team and their day-to-day responsibilities! Learn more and inquire about joining one of our clinical trials by calling (508) 316-4268.  

Alex Wang

Director of Clinical Research

How long have you been at Regeneris? 2 months

Fun fact? I originally planned to go back school after I left my previous job. However, I changed my direction at last minute and came back to the clinical research. I realized that clinical research is my true passion.

What is your day to day job duties in relation to Regeneris clinical research? I'm the Director of the Clinical Research department. I manage daily clinic operation, supervise research study compliance, monitor the patient data, organize staff training, and make business decisions together with the owner.

How did you become interested in working in clinical research? The reason is simple but powerful. A new drug treatment saved my life when I was in school. The treatment had only been approved by the FDA for 1 year when I started using it. From that point on, I changed my career path from engineering to clinical research.

Why do you think clinical research is so important? First, there would not be a new drug treatment without going through a series of clinical research trials. For existing treatments, clinical research provides important information for doctors and patients to better understand the treatment pros and cons.

What is your favorite part of working in clinical research? I enjoy that it is a well organized and regulated industry. The investigators and researchers are able to conduct research studies on the patients in a relatively healthy and safe environment.

Nicole Oliveira

Clinical Research Coordinator

How long have you been at Regeneris? Almost 3 months

Fun fact? I can play the Ukulele

What are your day to day job duties in relation to Regeneris clinical research?  The day to day responsibilities include conducting clinical trials and supporting patients through the process.

How did you become interested in working in clinical research? I became interested in clinical research when I was in college and took an Epidemiology class.

Why do you think clinical research is so important? I think clinical research is important because it allows for advances in medicine, better treatments and the potential for increased quality of care.

What is your favorite part about working in clinical research? My favorite part is meeting so many new people and seeing the benefit that the clinical trials can have on their life.

Kerry Howard

Clinical Research Coordinator

How long have you been at Regeneris? 2 years

Fun fact? I make stained glass mosaics

What are your day to day job duties in relation to Regeneris clinical research?  Conduct clinical trials for pharmaceutical studies from start up to close out.

How did you become interested in working in clinical research? I was curious about the process of testing new medications

Why do you think clinical research is so important? Without clinical medication trials we would have a lot less options for good medical treatment/medications

What is your favorite part about working in clinical research? Seeing the results of the trials and how they have improved the quality of life for the participants.

Chloe Profenna

Regulatory Specialist

How long have you been at Regeneris? 5 months

Fun fact? My husband and I are considered vintners because we make homemade wine.

What are your day to day job duties in relation to Regeneris clinical research?  I communicate with Monitors and The IRB in order to maintain constant upkeep and order of all Essential Documents for each study.

How did you become interested in working in clinical research? A lot of my friends enjoyed being involved in clinical studies, and when I heard of a Clinical Research Department that was hiring, I looked into it further. As I did, I realized that being a part of a team, working together to create an exciting environment for people of all backgrounds, was right up my alley.

Why do you think clinical research is so important? Clinical Research is important because it creates an opportunity for a variety of people to receive help. Often times, subjects involved find the answer they're looking for by participating in the studies. Therefore, Clinical Research is then able to provide something new and exciting for many more to look forward to in the future.

What is your favorite part about working in clinical research? I love seeing and hearing of subjects that are completely satisfied with not only the service they receive but of the actual product and benefits they have experienced.

What is it like to Join a Clinical Trial?

The idea of participating in a clinical trial can make people feel anxious or uneasy. Patients often come into the trial with worries about what they may be asked to do, what the side effects of new medicines are, and what effect the treatment may have on their bodies. Regeneris Medical cares about patient concerns and safety above all and want to make sure that all of our patients concerns are addressed before beginning the trial.  

Why clinical trials are important

Clinical trials are essential research tools for advancing medicine. Clinical trials provide a framework to study new developments in the healthcare field in a systematic manner.  Serving as stepping stones of a regulated pathway, these trials study the safety and efficacy of medicinal or biologic treatments, medical devices, surgical procedures and approaches to care which were created to combat disease.  Finding answers to commonly asked medical questions along with the knowledge to apply this data in a meaningful way are gained as a result of the process of conducting clinical trials.  

Process of joining a clinical trial

If you are interested in and eligible to participate in one of our clinical trials, the Clinical Research team at Regeneris Medical will invite you in for a screening visit.  At this visit and informed consent will be provided which will explain the study process of the particular clinical trial that you are a good fit for.  Whether or not you are comfortable signing the form at the visit, you will be able to take a copy the form home with you should you so choose to seek a second opinion or for your reference.  This form contains information relating to the following points:

• A statement that the study involves research
• An explanation of the purposes of the research
• The expected duration of participation
• A description of the procedures to be followed
• Identification of any procedures which are experimental
• A description of any reasonably foreseeable risks or discomforts
• A description of any benefits to the subject or to others which may reasonably be expected from the research
• A disclosure of appropriate alternative procedures or courses of treatment, if any, that might be advantageous
• A statement describing the extent, if any, to which confidentiality of records will be maintained
• For research involving more than minimal risk, an explanation as to whether any compensation, and an explanation as to whether any medical treatments are available, if injury occurs and, if so, what they consist of, or where further information may be obtained
• Research, Rights or Injury: An explanation of whom to contact for answers to pertinent questions about the research and research subjects' rights, and whom to contact in the event of a research-related injury to the subject
• A statement that participation is voluntary, refusal to participate will involve no penalty or loss of benefits to which the subject is otherwise entitled, and the subject may discontinue participation at any time without penalty or loss of benefits, to which the subject is otherwise entitled
• A statement that the particular treatment or procedure may involve risks to the subject (or to the embryo or fetus, if the subject is or may become pregnant), which are currently unforeseeable
• Anticipated circumstances under which the subject's participation may be terminated by the investigator without regard to the subject's consent
• Any additional costs to the subject that may result from participation in the research
• The consequences of a subject's decision to withdraw from the research and procedures for orderly termination of participation by the subject
• A statement that significant new findings developed during the course of the research, which may relate to the subject's willingness to continue participation, will be provided to the subject
• The approximate number of subjects involved in the study

Learn more about our clinical trials and how to join by calling Regeneris Medical at (855) 357-0916

How Clinical Trials Change the Face of Medicine

Clinical Research and Clinical Trials seem to come with an ‘experimental’ vibe. Although that’s the literal perception, being apart of a clinical trial is incredibly important in the advancement of modern medicine. At Regeneris Medical , we believe that this stage of discovery is the foundation for all advancements in healthcare. 3 key reasons below explain just how important your participation in clinical trials are for the continued improvement and change of medicine.    

Discover new or evaluate the existing intervention

One of the biggest recognitions for the purpose of clinical trials is the discovery of new medications. For any medication on the market, at one point, it had to undergo the ‘step’ of a clinical trial. In order for a drug to even be available for prescribers and users, the FDA has a grueling 5 step process by which any new medication must pass. Step 3 is clinical research. Before the drug is even considered to be tested with humans, it has to pass both In Vivo and In Vitro testing to determine if the drug is too toxic to be tested on people. The discovery of new medications isn’t the only breakthrough for Clinical Trials; medical devices and therapies for the pre-existing condition are also at the top of the list. For instance, Chemotherapy was morbidly discovered by two Pharmacologists who were called upon by the United States government in response to Germans using chemical warfare (mustard gas in particular) in World War I. Although quite the long story, you can see how the evolution of medicine is truly and highly dependent on clinical research.

Uncover new or evaluate the existing ways of prevention

Besides pills or therapies, major breakthroughs for prevention techniques, like vaccines, also have a dominance in the forever changing face of medicine. The first vaccine was performed by Edward Jenner in Berkeley, England in the 1770’s for Smallpox. Back in those times, Smallpox was today’s cancer. Being a brilliant man that he was, Jenner tested the “vaccine” by exposing an 8 year old boy to an opened, smallpox wound on a milkmaid’s hand. The 8 year old boy was then exposed again to an opened, smallpox wound, 6 weeks later, and was unaffected. Nowadays, clinical trials aren’t as barbaric. One of the most recent vaccines to hit the market was Gardasil, or the HPV shot. The vaccine was created on behalf of Harald zur Hausen, a German researcher who helped prove that a genital HPV infection can lead to cervical cancer. At the University of Queensland, Australia the vaccine was then developed and in 2006 the FDA approved it’s use for prevention. Of course, like mentioned above, the FDA has a multi-step process, including the use to test on human subjects, prior to a vaccine’s approval.

Bring to light new ways to improve the quality of life

Without the use of medicine, therapies or preventions, we can assume the quality of life would be pretty poor. Remember the last time you had the flu? Think of what you took to help ease the symptoms or reduce the fever. Although it’s hard to visualize a world with no medicine, it’s not all that difficult to imagine how miserable we would be. The human body can only combat so much without the help of another agent. Improving the quality of life is as simple as taking an over the counter medicine, like Ibuprofen, to rid a headache or as complicated as radiation therapy for a brain tumor. At the beginning of each lies clinical trials that harvest valuable results in order to improve your health and well-being.

Regeneris Medical’s Clinical Research Division is devoted to make strides against various conditions. We have a vast list of disorders that we are proud to be apart of in the fight against. If you are interested in our current clinical studies, contact us at 855-734-3678 to learn more and potentially be apart in the changing face of medicine.  

4 Reasons to get O-Stem™

The aging process affects more than just your outward appearance, it can also affect your most intimate areas and negatively affect your romantic relationships. Fortunately, today the O-Stem™ treatment exists thanks to revolutionary technology that helps the body regenerate itself and restore youthful vitality to your sexual experiences.

What is O-Stem™?

The O-Stem™ is an injectable treatment for the vagina that uses regenerative substances harvested from the body to stimulate renewal and age reversal at a cellular level. The procedure is minimally-invasive, relatively painless and produces long-lasting results. The treatment begins with the extraction of stem cells using a comfortable liposuction technique. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is also collected through a simple blood draw. These substances contain growth factors, proteins and other beneficial ingredients for addressing aging concerns and promoting a higher level of health overall. When stem cells and PRP are injected into the vaginal tissue, they stimulate a healing response that reverses the effects of the time on the vagina and clitoris.

About the Procedure

O-Stem™ treatments are a multi-step process that begins with the extraction of fat from the abdomen or another area of the body using minimally-invasive liposuction techniques. The adipose tissue contains mesenchymal stem cells in higher concentrations than can be obtained from the blood or bone marrow. Those stem cells can be processed and injected into the treatment area, where the growth factors begin cell renewal and other regenerative processes to restore vaginal tissue to its more youthful state.

PRP is also collected through a simple blood draw and a process that draws out the platelets from the rest of the blood. The PRP works synergistically with the stem cells when it is injected to magnify the results of the procedure overall.

The harvested stem cells and PRP are injected directly into the vaginal tissue after the area has been sufficiently numbed to ensure your comfort during the procedure. The injection process only takes a few minutes to complete, and you should be able to resume your usual activities right away. We do advise patients to refrain from intercourse or use of tampons for about three days to give the treatment area ample time to heal.

Reasons to get O-Stem™

1. Minimally invasive - This is not a surgical procedure, but it offers surgical like results. Patients get longer lasting results without having to go under the knife, and only requires a numbing cream and local anesthetic.

2. Safe, low risk - Other treatment options like hormone therapy or prescription medications can have long lasting side effects on brain function and mood levels. The O-Stem™ procedure has little to no side effects and very low risk levels, as the treatment uses the natural processes of the body.

3. We use stem cells - While other physicians offer the O-shot, the staff at Regeneris Medical has pioneered a unique variation on this treatment that provides superior results by combining the beneficial properties of PRP with the rejuvenating effects of stem cells. When you choose Regeneris for your treatment, you can rest assured you will enjoy the safest procedure and the best possible results.

4. Fast recovery time - There is no real recovery from the O-Stem™ procedure, and you should feel little if any discomfort afterward. Results will develop gradually in the weeks following as the tissue is regenerated. You should begin to notice an increase in desire, greater enjoyment during sex and more frequent, intense orgasms. Some women also report improvement in other age-related issues like urinary incontinence after their O-Stem™ treatment.

Don’t settle for a less than stellar experience in the bedroom - learn more about the O-Stem™ procedure and make an appointment today.

Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation - Is It For Me?

Sexual health is critical for embracing confidence, intimacy and an overall feeling of sensuality. There is no debate that childbirth, aging and menopause can take a toll. Tissue can become dry, sex can be painful and not as pleasurable, and even exercise or laughing can be embarrassing if there is urinary leakage. Until now, women have been robbed of experiencing their full potential and have been forced to consider surgery if they wanted to improve their vaginal health. The Regeneris Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation is now a pain-free, 20-minute, non-surgical procedure with no down time.  

The Regeneris Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation procedure combines the healing power of Regeneris Medical’s proprietary growth factors with fractional CO2 technology.  Vaginal tissue is rejuvenated to its younger state by stimulating the production of collagen, improving texture and tone through controlled CO2 energy pulsing. Collagen is the main structural protein found in skin and other connective tissues, widely used in purified form for cosmetic surgical treatments.

The procedure is very simple. The Regeneris Vaginal Rejuvenation is performed in-office and takes less than 30 minutes. The CO2 laser administers energy around 0.5mm deep into the vaginal canal skin. These pulses of energy damage tiny areas of tissue on mucosal tissue of the vaginal wall. Like other anti-aging techniques that utilize lasers or microblading, the idea is that this procedure acts as a catalyst to promote the body’s natural healing response in which the surrounding undamaged tissue will then begin to regenerate tissue. The result is thicker and tighter vaginal tissue.

Who should consider Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation?

• Women with vulvovaginal atrophy (thinning, drying and inflammation of the vaginal walls)
• Women with lichen sclerosus (thin, white, patchy skin in the genital area)
• Women with menopause symptoms
• Women with chronic vaginitis (inflammation of the vagina that can result in discharge, itching and pain)
• Women with vulvar vestibulitis (chronic, unexplained pain in the area around the opening of the vagina)
• Women with stress urinary incontinence (unintentional loss of urine)

Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation is a good option for women that do not want the hassle of remembering and regulating treatments like estrogen therapy (which can cause blood clots, heart disease, stroke and breast cancer), lubricants, topical creams, nerve pain medications, anti-depressants, or adult diapers. This procedure is quick and painless, and the results can last months if not years.

The results of Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation are not just cosmetic. Rejuvenation can help with all of the procedures listed above, as tightened or strengthened vaginal tissue can help with urinary incontinence, menopause symptoms, vulvovaginal atrophy, and other conditions.

Every woman wants to feel active, productive and attractive. Vaginal health is critical to confidence, intimacy and overall feeling of sensuality. The Regeneris Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation procedure is a way to feel like yourself again. Learn more at regenerismedical.com