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The Cardiovascular Center's research team consists of physicians, doctoral specialists, nurses and other professionals trained in conducting clinical research trials. University of Florida physicians serve as principle investigators in all areas of cardiovascular medicine research.

Our studies provide data to support the use of new treatments for cardiovascular disease, as well as new applications for existing treatments. Some of the center's past studies involve the world's smallest high-voltage implant to treat heart failure, hypothermia to limit heart damage during a heart attack and drug-coated stents.

Clinical research trials provide knowledge, treatments and procedures that are on the cutting edge of cardiovascular medicine, ultimately providing patients with the most precise methods of preventing and treating cardiovascular diseases. Patients may also receive additional benefits from individualized treatments made possible by participating in specialized clinical trials.

The Cardiovascular Center's research capabilities include inpatient and outpatient trials for acute and chronic cardiac disease processes.

Patients are carefully selected for participation. If they meet study criteria and choose to participate, they follow their standard regimen of treatment, as well as requirements of the trial. Patients are educated about their participation and are intimately involved in the course of the trial and treatment options.

We are currently conducting the following trials:

• Acute coronary syndrome
• Arrhythmia
• Coronary artery disease
• Congestive heart failure
• Diabetes
• Drug-eluting stents
• Gene and stem cell therapy
• Peripheral vascular disease

For more information about a specific clinical trial, call (904) 244-2962.

Core Imaging Laboratories

In 2002, the Shands Jacksonville Cardiovascular Center formed an alliance with Cardialysis, Clinical Trial Management & Core Laboratories. Cardialysis is one of the leading Contract Research Organizations (CRO) in the global clinical trial industry specializing in cardiology and has extensive experience in the coordination of clinical research projects including phase II, III and IV studies of novel drugs, as well as new medical devices.

The strategic alliance between our organizations extends across the ocean to create a more effective, unique opportunity to look beyond the U.S. borders for clinical research trial participants.

The Cardiovascular Center has recently developed comprehensive core laboratory services offering unique technology for the assessment and treatment of cardiovascular disease. The core labs are currently involved in national and international clinical studies on heart failure, drug-eluting stents, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging and vulnerable plaque.

The Cardiovascular Center provides expertise in all areas of cardiovascular disease and is one of the leaders in interventional research in the United States.