Health Research of Hampton Roads (HRHR) conducts GCP-compliant, FDA-regulated clinical trials in Hampton Roads, Virginia, partnering with national and international pharmaceutical and biotech companies and CROs. Since opening in 1998, we have tested investigational and established therapies in our local community across many fields of study, including migraines, a variety of skin conditions, smoking cessation, viruses, weight loss, women’s health, cholesterol and hypertension.
Our mission is to deliver the highest quality of patient-centered research, while advancing the health of local, national, and international communities. We elevate new possibilities for healthier lives through the development of professionally superior, safe, and ethically sound medical therapies.
Developing New Treatments and Therapies
Clinical research plays a crucial role in improving patient care and driving innovation in the field of healthcare. Through rigorous scientific investigation, researchers can find new insights into the causes and progression of various health conditions.
These clinical trials have paved the way for personalized medicine, tailored to individual lifestyle and specific health needs – bridging the gap between scientific discoveries and their practical applications in patient care, contributing to the ongoing progress of medicine.
Why Clinical Research Matters
Dr. George Freeman, HRHR’s Medical Director and Principal Investigator, shares why clinical research in Hampton Roads allows him to give patients the time, attention, and care they deserve, and how the HRHR team makes it all possible.