Phase One Clinical Research

Phase One Research at Clinical Research of West Florida is pioneering the future of medicine by conducting advanced early-phase clinical trials in the local community. With over 30 years of experience, our expert team specializes in Phase I research, ensuring the highest standards of safety and precision in groundbreaking studies. As a dedicated, research-only institute, we provide participants with access to innovative treatments while contributing to the development of next-generation therapies. Partnering with top pharmaceutical and biotech companies, CRWF Clearwater plays a crucial role in transforming medical advancements into real-world solutions.

phase one clinical research

Office Phone

727-466-0078

Office Address

2135 NE Coachman Rd.
Clearwater, FL 33765

Office Hours

Monday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Exterior of CRWF's Phase I clinical research unit at dusk
Phase I overnight patient ward with hospital beds
Lobby and reception desk of CRWF's Phase I research unit
Phase I clinical lab with a sink, cabinets and blood-draw chairs
Front entrance of CRWF's Phase I clinical research building
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Phase One Clinical Research FAQs

A Phase I clinical trial is the earliest stage of testing a new drug or therapy in humans, typically involving a small group of participants (often 20-100). Phase I studies focus primarily on safety, tolerability, dosage, and how the body processes the investigational medication (pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics). Phase I trials can enroll either healthy volunteers or patients with a specific condition, depending on the study design. Many are conducted in facilities with specialized infrastructure, such as inpatient beds and on-site laboratories, to allow close monitoring.

CRWF’s dedicated Phase One clinical research unit is located at 2135 NE Coachman Road, Clearwater, FL 33765, in Pinellas County. The Phase One unit is adjacent to CRWF’s main Clearwater clinical research facility at 2147 NE Coachman Road. The phone number is 727-466-0078.

Office hours at the CRWF Phase One unit are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The facility is closed on Saturdays and Sundays for routine office hours. The Phase One unit includes inpatient beds, so overnight monitoring may be provided when a study protocol requires it.

Yes. CRWF’s Phase One unit is equipped with inpatient beds for overnight observation and extended monitoring of study participants. This is an important feature for Phase I trials that require pharmacokinetic sampling, continuous safety monitoring, or confined-period study designs.

Phase I clinical trials at CRWF enroll either healthy volunteers or patients with a specific medical condition, depending on the protocol. Healthy volunteer studies typically require participants to meet specific health criteria, not be currently on certain medications, and be willing to stay overnight for some visits. Patient studies may enroll people with the condition the investigational drug is designed to treat. Eligibility requirements vary by protocol — contact the CRWF Phase One unit at 727-466-0078 for current enrollment opportunities.

Yes. Clinical Research of West Florida partners with pharmaceutical companies, biotech sponsors, and Contract Research Organizations (CROs) for Phase I clinical trials. Since 1995, CRWF has conducted over 1,000 Phase I-V protocols and collaborated with 215+ sponsors and 75+ CROs. Sponsors and CROs interested in conducting Phase I studies at the CRWF Phase One unit can contact info@crwf.com for partnership inquiries.

CRWF’s main Clearwater facility at 2147 NE Coachman Road conducts clinical trials across rheumatology, respiratory, cardiovascular, and dermatology conditions. The dedicated Phase One unit at 2135 NE Coachman Road specializes in early-phase (Phase I) research, with infrastructure such as inpatient beds and an on-site laboratory. The two buildings are adjacent to each other.

To contact CRWF about Phase I clinical research — whether as a prospective participant, a pharmaceutical sponsor, or a CRO — call 727-466-0078 or email info@crwf.com. The Phase One unit is located at 2135 NE Coachman Road, Clearwater, FL 33765.

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