The Nevada Center for Dermatology has been conducting clinical research for over 10 years. Therapeutic areas include basal cell carcinoma, actinic damage, psoriasis, eczema, herpes, acne, infectious diseases (e.g., MRSA), onychomycosis, rosacea and dermatitis in both adults and children. In addition to standard research methods and procedures, we have experience with HPA and infustion studies.

We have worked with numerous sponsors and CRO's including:

• Medicis
• Fujisawa
• Basilea
• 3M Pharmaceuticals
• MDS
• Par Excel
• TKL Research
• Amgen
• Genentech
• Novartis
• Glaxo Smith Kline.
• Symbio
• Novum
• Galderma
• Kendle

Cindy L. Lamerson, MD is certified by the American Board of Dermatology with training in cosmetic, surgical and general dermatology as well as clinical research. In addition to general dermatology her practice includes Mohs micrographic surgery, laser treatments, surgical and pediatric dermatology. She is also Associate Clinical Professor in the Internal Medicine Department at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. Dr. Lamerson graduated from Kalamazoo College and received her MD at the Medical College of Virginia. Her dermatology training was completed at the University of Cincinnati where she was Chief Resident. She was also a immunology researcher at the National Institutes of Health in Washington D.C. Her clinical trials program at the Nevada Center for Dermatology started in 2000 and continues to be a focused part of her practice. She has been a Principal Investigator on 39 trials and a Lead Investigator on 2 trials. She was also appointed by Nevada Governor Kenny Guinn and served on the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners from 2004-2008.

Kenji W. Sax, Ph.D. has over 20 years of clinical experience and basic research and serves as the head of our clinical research department. He has a doctorate in Experimental Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University and over 40 publications in respected journals. He was Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Cincinnati and is currently Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (Adjunct) at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. He has served as Sub I and PI on numerous clinical trials.

Billie Cassé, D.O. is a dermatologist and serves as Sub I on numerous studies. She has experience as a clinical investigator, including extensive training in dermatology trials. She maintains a busy clinical practice and is a valuable member of the clinical research team.

Gayle A. Stevens, AS, CCRC is certified through ACRP and a member of the Dermatology Nurses' Association. She has been with our program since it's inception and provides continuity to our research. She has 20 years of medical experience including dermatologic, surgical, infectious disease, OBGYN, dialysis, wound care and rehabilitative services. She also has a certification through the Nevada Pharmacy Board to dispense medications. Her clinical and professional skills provide excellence to our clinical trials program.

The Nevada Center for Dermatology has an extensive base for drawing interest in our trials. You might say we are in a research deficient area. We have the only dedicated clinical trials site for dermatology related trials. The metropolitan area contains roughly a half a million people, and we also draw from our border states California and Oregon since we are the closest clinical trials facility. The region is primarily caucasian, with much sun and a high altitude. Psoriasis, eczema, skin cancers, and acne are very common here.

Dermatology/Plastic Surgery
Immunology/Infectious Diseases
Pediatrics/Neonatology