Kahana Clinical Research Center
Situated within our clinical practice, the Kahana Clinical Research Center (CRC) consistently delivers best-in-class service to patients, pharmaceutical/biotech sponsors, and research partners.
Our research team has conducted more than a dozen ophthalmic clinical trials with a proven track record of strong recruitment success, low protocol deviations, and exceptional patient retention and completion rates. With a dedicated and fully trained research team that includes 3 full-time clinical research coordinators, Kahana CRC is equipped for rapid trial activation, moving from partnership initiation to enrollment in just weeks, not months. We utilize a central IRB oversight and industry-standard software for managing and coordinating protocols, regulatory documents and trial data.
Our research team includes four ophthalmologists and a physician assistant, with expertise covering thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammatory conditions, dry eyes, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. Our staff include three experienced full-time clinical research coordinators (all with advanced degrees), masked and unmasked staff to support trial activities, and an experienced business manager to ensure efficient budget coordination and site operations. Our high-volume practices and excellent referral network provide broad access to diverse ophthalmic patient populations, while rigorous pre-screening ensures cost-effective screening and quality enrollment.
Dr. Alon Kahana, MD, PhD – Dr. Alon Kahana is an internationally renowned expert in orbital and ophthalmic plastic surgery, serving as Professor of Oculoplastic Surgery and Vice Chair for Academic Affairs at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, with expertise in thyroid eye disease and complex orbital disorders.
Dr. Emily Schehlein is a cataract and glaucoma surgeon in private practice in Michigan. She is an active clinical researcher with a focus on emerging glaucoma treatments, surgical innovation, and global eye care delivery models.She serves on multiple committees within the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery,
Dr. Nicholas Carducci is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract surgery and the treatment of medical diseases of the retina. He obtained his medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania, and completed residency and retina fellowship at the University of Michigan. His research interests include advances in diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and cataract treatment.
Dr. Adam Neuhouser, MD, is a board-eligible ophthalmologist advancing his expertise through an oculofacial and orbit surgery fellowship with Dr. Kahana. With a distinguished academic career and credentials, Dr. Neuhouser is one of only 50 surgical fellows in North America currently participating in ASOPRS-approved oculofacial and orbit surgery fellowships.
A Michigan native, Sara Turner, PA-C, completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Pittsburgh, followed by a graduate degree in Physician Assistant Studies from The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC.
Foram serves as the Lead Clinical Research Coordinator at Kahana Clinical Research Center, bringing 7 years of healthcare experience, including 3 years in clinical research, managing multiple ophthalmology-focused Phase I, II, and III clinical trials.
Neema is a Foreign Pharm-D graduate with over 3 years of clinical research experience, currently serving as Clinical Research Coordinator at Kahana Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery where she supports trial coordination from feasibility through study closeout.
Nadine brings over 9 years of research experience across academic, pre-clinical, and clinical settings, currently serving as Clinical Research Coordinator with a Master of Science in Biomedicine and Business specializing in Clinical Trial Organization & Management from Drexel University.
Business Manager
“[Dr. Kahana] I need to let you know that your site staff, Neema, Foram, and Nadine, have been absolutely amazing these last 3-4 months in particular. At the end of each visit I have very little, if any, action items to address. They answer queries on the spot and provide any missing document as soon as I request it and not to mention their email response time is superb. Your site is 100% compliant on training (I’m impressed). I cannot give this same feedback in any way shape or form to my other sites which is why I felt the need to let you know. They are doing such a great job and work well together. Your site is such a great group to work with.”
Theresa San Juan
Clinical Research Associate II
Lassen/ORA team
Study: LASN01-CL-2201
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Dr. Kahana, Neema, Foram, and Nadine, and they’ve truly been outstanding throughout the past 3 years. The team is not only highly skilled and collaborative, but also incredibly prompt, reliable, and detail-oriented when requested to take action. I genuinely value the strong working relationship we’ve built and look forward to future partnership.”
Kenny Namkoong, CCRP
Clinical Research Consultant
Acelyrin/Molecule2Market team
Study: Acelyrin 421-01-02 Study
“It has been a true pleasure working with Dr. Kahana’s research team on the Viridian studies. Their site consistently demonstrated excellent communication and responsiveness. Our study team could always rely on timely, often immediate, replies to any questions or requests. The team showed strong compliance with study protocols and maintained high data quality standards. They were also open and proactive in making process improvements, including a willingness to retrain when needed, which reflects their commitment to excellence. During monitoring visits, the site was always professional, organized, and thoroughly prepared. For example, when a new request was made to provide me with the quantity and expiration dates of lab kits onsite, the team was able to immediately share this information thanks to their existing, well-maintained tracker.
Overall, Dr. Kahana’s research team has been a highly collaborative and engaged partner throughout the entire study lifecycle, and their dedication has greatly contributed to the success of the Viridian studies.”
Jackie Petkewicz
Sr. Clinical Research Associate
Viridian team
Studies: VRDN-001-303, VRDN-003-301 (REVEAL1) and VRDN-003-302 (REVEAL2)
“[Foram Patel], I wanted to congratulate your site on successfully enrolling a subject into every study you have been a part of! We appreciate your dedication.”
Lindsay Merlina
Clinical Trial Manager, Clinical Operations
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc.
For sponsor inquiries about site capabilities and upcoming trials, or patients interested in participating, please reach out to our research coordinators.
Phone: (248) 800-1177
Email: info@drkahana.com
