FHI Clinical Launches as Full-Service CRO

FHI Clinical, Inc announced its launch as a full-service contract research organization (CRO) with responsive approaches and proven solutions to manage complex clinical research in resource-limited settings around the world. 

With a focus on mission-driven clinical research, FHI Clinical addresses unmet research needs across dozens of therapeutic areas, while supporting the development of life-saving vaccines and medicines. Whether working from a state-of-the-art facility or in a low-tech, rural setting, FHI Clinical provides services tailored to meet its clients’ diverse study needs, from protocol design and site assessment to trial planning, implementation and management.

FHI Clinical is led by Ted FitzGerald, who transitions from Director of Global Research Services (GRS), FHI 360 to President and CEO of the new company. In his more than a decade of work for FHI 360, FitzGerald led clinical research services, business development and administrative teams. The senior management team also includes:

• George Belai, Vice President, Global Strategy

• Claudia Christian, Vice President, Global Clinical Operations

• Rebecca Johnson, Vice President, Business Operations

The FHI Clinical Board of Directors is composed of:

• Edward Whitehorne (Chair), former Chair, Board of Directors, FHI 360

• Patrick Fine (Vice Chair), CEO, FHI 360

• Greg Connors, Consultant and former Senior Vice President, Corporate Development, Quintiles

• Pamela Myers, Chief Human Resources Officer, FHI 360

• Albert Siemens, retired Chair and CEO, FHI 360

FHI Clinical operates as an independent, commercial subsidiary of FHI 360, an international nonprofit working to improve the health and well-being of people in the United States and around the world. FHI Clinical is headquartered in downtown Durham, North Carolina. 

“FHI 360’s global reach and reputation for excellence has enabled us to provide technical, regulatory and cultural expertise in regions where the needs for clinical research are greatest,” said Ted FitzGerald, FHI Clinical president and CEO. “As an independent subsidiary, FHI Clinical has the best of both worlds - access to FHI 360’s global platform and technical expertise, and the flexibility to implement systems and processes designed for both commercial and public sector clients.”

FHI Clinical joins FHI 360’sfamily of organizations, which includes two other recently launched subsidiaries.

“FHI Clinical will enable us to further expand our social impact,” said Patrick Fine, Chief Executive Officer of FHI 360. “Each member of the FHI 360 family operates differently, yet together we are guided by the same vision: to create a world in which all individuals and communities have the opportunity to reach their highest potential. I’m confident that FHI Clinical will deliver on that mission.”

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