ABOUT INNOVATION HEALTH RESEARCH

Advancing Clinical Research Through Expertise, Diversity, and Patient-Centered Care.

Innovation Health Research is a trusted clinical research site dedicated to advancing the future of medicine through high-quality, ethical clinical trials and reliable data delivery.

WHAT IS INNOVATION HEALTH RESEARCH

A clinical research site built for safety, quality, and meaningful medical progress.

Innovation Health Research is dedicated to advancing the future of medicine through high-quality, ethically conducted clinical trials.

We collaborate with pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and healthcare providers to evaluate innovative treatments, medical devices, and new approaches to patient care.

Our work spans multiple phases of clinical research, always prioritizing patient safety, data integrity, and regulatory excellence.

3,000+

Active patients in our growing database.

South Florida

Strategic location in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida.

High-Quality Data

Reliable clinical data for sponsors and CROs.

Patient First

A patient-centered approach to every study.

OUR STORY

Bridging the Gap Between Medical Innovation and Patient Access.

Innovation Health Research was founded with a clear purpose: to connect patients with meaningful research opportunities while helping sponsors conduct efficient, inclusive, and high-quality clinical trials.

Recognizing the need for more diverse and accessible clinical research, our team built a research site focused on operational excellence, patient safety, and trusted collaboration.

WHAT SETS US APART

Our strength lies in combining strategic location, diverse patient access, strong recruitment capabilities, and a commitment to high-quality clinical data.

Strategic Medical Hub

Located in a highly active healthcare environment with direct access to patient referrals and nearby medical systems.

Diverse Patient Access

Access to diverse and often underrepresented populations across South Florida.

Strong Recruitment

A growing database of active patients helps support efficient enrollment across therapeutic areas.

Multi-Therapeutic Expertise

Supporting research across multiple indications, including dermatology, cardiovascular, internal medicine, neurology, and CNS.

Patient-Centered Care

We prioritize safety, comfort, education, and clear communication throughout the research process.

Fast Start-Up

A proactive team focused on responsiveness, operational efficiency, and reliable execution.

STRATEGIC LOCATION

Located in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida.

Innovation Health Research benefits from being positioned within an active healthcare environment in South Florida.

Our facility is located in the same medical plaza as Florida Medical Center, helping support direct access to patient referrals and ongoing clinical activity.

The surrounding area includes major healthcare systems such as Broward Health and Holy Cross Hospital, providing access to a broad and diverse patient population across multiple conditions.

Location Advantage

  • Strategic South Florida location
  • Access to diverse patient populations
  • Nearby major healthcare systems
  • Convenient access for sponsors and participants
  • Located in an active medical hub

Our Facility

Our fully equipped research facility is designed to support high-quality clinical trials, patient comfort, and efficient study operations.

Our Mission

To accelerate access to innovative treatments by conducting high-quality clinical trials that prioritize patient safety, scientific integrity, and meaningful medical advancement.

Our Vision

To become a leading clinical research site recognized for excellence in patient recruitment, diversity, and high-quality data delivery.

OUR VALUES

Integrity

In every study.

Patient First

Care comes first.

Scientific Excellence

Reliable research standards.

Diversity

Inclusive patient access.

Accountability

Transparency and trust.

OUR TEAM

Our experienced investigators and clinical research professionals bring together medical expertise, patient care, and proven research experience across multiple therapeutic areas.

Investigator | Psychiatry & Neurology

Guido F. Nodal Jr, MD

Investigator at Innovation Health Research with board-certified expertise in psychiatry and neurology, including geriatric psychiatry and addiction psychiatry. His research experience includes bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, PTSD, substance abuse disorder, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia.

Investigator | ARNP, FNP-BC, DNP

Nidia de los Angeles Dominguez, ARNP, FNP-BC, DNP

Investigator at Innovation Health Research with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and strong clinical experience in internal medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, obstetrics, and general medicine. She is certified in Good Clinical Practice, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and wound care.

Sub-Investigator | MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Gilberto Avila Rodriguez, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Sub-Investigator at Innovation Health Research with extensive clinical and research experience across cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, infectious disease, neurology, rheumatology, gastrointestinal, and pain-related studies. His certifications include Good Clinical Practice, IATA Dangerous Goods Handling, BLS, ACLS, and OSHA standards.

Investigator | Family Medicine

Ramon Garcia-Septien, MD

Investigator at Innovation Health Research and board-certified family medicine physician with principal investigator experience in clinical research. His research background includes Alzheimer’s disease, asthma, cardiovascular disease, COPD, COVID-19, diabetes, gout, migraine, obesity, osteoarthritis, pain management, and venous leg ulcer studies.

Investigator | Pediatrics

Jorge Luis Luaces, MD

Principal Investigator at Innovation Health Research and Head Pediatrician at South Florida Pediatric Group, with more than 20 years of experience in pediatric care. Dr. Luaces specializes in preventive pediatrics, chronic pediatric conditions, vaccines, asthma, eczema, diabetes, and infectious diseases.

Innovation Health Research operates an embedded clinical research facility within his pediatric practice, supporting efficient patient access and streamlined study execution. His research focus includes pediatric clinical trials, vaccines, respiratory conditions, dermatology, endocrine and diabetes research, and preventive medicine.

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Whether you want to participate in a study, refer a patient, or partner with us, Innovation Health Research is ready to help you move forward.