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The Clinical Physiology Laboratory
RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED
The Clinical Physiology Lab is an inclusive space researching life-saving medical devices on volunteer participants. This clinical research is vital to bridge gaps in healthcare, improve the science behind medical technology, and advance Medtronic's health equity initiatives. Our studies provide compensation to volunteer participants. Research studies at the CPL involve observing participants’ body and vital signs (physiology) to understand the performance and accuracy of our devices. The lab is located on the Denver Presbyterian St. Luke's campus.
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The information gathered during our studies allows for the advancement of medical technology, which can lead to better outcomes in healthcare.
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Additional Information
What is clinical research?
Clinical research is a branch of healthcare science that determines the safety and effectiveness of medications, devices, diagnostic products, and treatment regimens intended for human use.
What is required for my participation?
- A health screen (usually by phone)
- A completed informed consent
- A general physical at a nearby clinic (paid for by Medtronic)
- Arriving on time to scheduled study appointment
How much am I paid?
- Study payments are typically between $50-$500
What is hypoxia?
- Hypoxia is a state in which oxygen is not available in sufficient amounts at the tissue level to maintain adequate homeostasis; this can result from inadequate oxygen delivery to the tissues either due to low blood supply or low oxygen content in the blood (hypoxemia).
What are the risks?
- The Risks of Hypoxia can include experiencing symptoms such as confusion, restlessness, difficulty breathing, rapid heart rate, and bluish skin. Loss of consciousness, fainting or passing out (syncope) can also be associated with hypoxia and prolonged hypoxia can lead to organ damage.
How long is the study?
- Studies in the lab are typically 1-3 hours long
What does your contribution mean?
- Participating in clinical research can lead to advancements in the medical technology being tested, which can in turn improve health outcomes
Faculty:
Roger Martin-Pressman
Roger has over 20 years in clinical research. Originally from the Washington D.C. area, Roger holds a Masters degree from Skidmore college and has focused his research work in human physiology. Roger lives in Denver, Colorado with his wife and 2 children.
Elijah Ahmad
Elijah is proud to call Colorado his home state. He attended Regis University where he studied Biology and participated in experimental research on organic chemistry mechanisms. Elijah’s experience ignited a passion for exploring the scientific unknown. Towards the end of college, Elijah worked as an EMT and focused extensively on COVID-19 testing and patient care. After graduating from Regis, Elijah combined interests in research and patient care through work on investigational drug and device studies in his role as a Clinical Research Coordinator at the CU Anschutz Cardiology Department. As an incoming Associate Clinical Research Specialist, Elijah is excited to continue his journey with Medtronic.
Caroline Augustine, BSN, RN
With majors in Neurobiology, Psychology, and Nursing from UW-Madison, Caroline blends research and clinical expertise. As an ICU nurse at UCHealth, she is committed to patient care. Caroline’s college years included valuable research experience, shaping her dedication to scientific inquiry. She is currently pursuing her master’s in nursing at CU-Anschutz.
Randall M. Clark, M.D., FASA, Principal Investigator
Dr. Clark has 37 years of experience in the medical specialty of anesthesiology. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is a retired Professor of Anesthesiology, past president of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, and lives in Denver with his wife, Joy.
Meriluz Muñiz Feliciano, BSN, RN
Meriluz is a Registered Nurse originally from Puerto Rico. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus, and she is finishing her Doctorate in Nursing Practice with a Major in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care from Maryville University of Saint Louis. She is passionate about improving the quality of care, health promotion, and disease prevention.
Emanuel Gebreab
Emanuel graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2017 with a degree in biology/sociology. Emanuel moved to Colorado in 2018 where he worked in a lab at the University of Colorado Hospital Anschutz Medical School campus. A year later he transferred to Children’s Hospital Colorado, where he was introduced to the world of cardiology as a cardiac anesthesia tech. Emanuel completed a few years as an anesthesia tech before transitioning into cardiology research where he found his love for clinical research.
Daniel Janick, M.D., FASA, USAF COL (Ret), MC
Originally from Chicago, IL, Dr. Janik graduated Medical School in 1983 and did a Residency in Anesthesiology. He completed a Fellowship in Neuroanesthesiology at the Mayo Clinic and served nearly 24 years active duty in the US Air Force Medical Corps. His last 21 years of practice were at the University of Colorado School of Medicine where he holds the rank of Professor Emeritus.
Lindsey Lang
Lindsey was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona but has been living in Denver since 2019. She graduated from the University of Arizona where she gained her first research experience working in a canine cognition lab. More recently, Lindsey worked at Children's Hospital Colorado as a senior clinical research coordinator where she was responsible for running pharmaceutical and PI initiated studies in pediatrics. She also gained experience working for a vendor service that supported industry pharmaceutical studies by providing home health nursing for research visits to decentralize clinical trials. Along with her research background, Lindsey spent some time working as a patient advocate, so she always has the participants best interest in the forefront of her mind.
Loretta Tsu, MA, BSN, RN, SCRN
Loretta is passionate about health research and improving holistic health for all. Her experiences as a victim advocate, research specialist working with neurocognitive studies, and a nurse in neurosciences and forensics led her to pursue a doctoral education. She is a PhD Candidate in the College of Nursing at the University of Colorado Denver. Her dissertation work focuses on the relationships between inflammation and physical, mental, and cognitive health for survivors of intimate partner violence, particularly for individuals with possible brain injury from experiencing head trauma and strangulation.
All research studies conducted at the Medtronic Clinical Physiology Lab are monitored and overseen by licensed medical professionals and follow local, national and international clinical research standards.
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