

The Charleston Area Medical Center Institute for Academic Medicine brings a full range of services – from primary care, to specialists who are leaders in their field – all focused on making health care better, safer and more available to everyone.
Specialty
Areas
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Cardiology
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Vascular
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Oncology
Prioritized Clinical Trial Phases
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Phase II
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Phase III
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Phase IV
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IDE, HDE and PMA device trials
Trial Activation
Time
- Average turnaround time for Clinical Trial Agreements, Budget Negotiations, and IRB approval is 8-10 weeks to site activation
Site Highlights
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Established Research Leader: The CAMC Clinical Trials Center has conducted clinical research since the mid-1980s, providing West Virginians access to innovative drug, device, cancer, and quality-of-life studies without leaving the state.
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Extensive Patient & Provider Network: Through affiliation with West Virginia’s largest health system, the center has access to more than 700 physicians and surgeons, enabling rapid patient recruitment, screening, and enrollment across diverse populations.
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Experienced Research Infrastructure: Dedicated investigators, certified clinical research coordinators, specialized support staff, FDA audit experience, and full compliance with FDA regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards support efficient study execution.
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Comprehensive Facilities & Capabilities: The center offers research-dedicated facilities, CLIA- and CAP-certified laboratories, specialized equipment and storage, access to advanced clinical services, and expertise across numerous therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, neurology, endocrinology, pediatrics, and infectious diseases.
Learn More about CAMC
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To learn more and connect with the University of Montana, contact Kristi Sutphin