TENNESSEE CLINICAL RESEARCH CENTER - Key Persons
She was previously employed at Tennessee Clinical Research Center for nine years before taking a three year hiatus to enjoy time with her twins. April graduated from Belmont University in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Job Titles:
- Founder and Medical Director of Gold Skin Care Center
Dr. Michael H. Gold is the founder and medical director of Gold Skin Care Center, Advanced Aesthetics Medical Spa, & The Laser & Rejuvenation Center. Dr. Gold is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon and oversees the various facets of the Center's operations; a combination of medical and surgical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, & aesthetic services. Dr. Gold has earned worldwide recognition for providing patients with leading edge technological advances in dermatology and aesthetic skin care. He plays and integral role in the development of new pharmaceutical products and medical devices through his clinical research, and presents the results regularly at national and international dermatology and cosmetic meetings.
Jamie graduated in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in southern California, where she was born and raised. She moved to TN in 2007, and has worked in pediatrics and women's health. She started working in the research industry in 2011. Jamie joined Tennessee Clinical Research Center in the summer of 2020, after taking a 5 year break from nursing to stay at home with her 2 children.
Mrs. Biron came to Tennessee Clinical Research Center in January 2004. Through the numerous studies that TCRC has conducted, Mrs. Biron has developed strong working relationships and earned an outstanding reputation with physicians, pharmaceutical companies and Contract Research Organizations. She has created a extensive network for study referrals and continues to garner repeat research requests from nationally renowned businesses. A concerted effort has been put forth in reaching out to dermatologic ground breaking companies.
Lexi is a 2021 graduate of Western Kentucky University School of Nursing. She previously worked at TriStar Centennial Medical Center as a cardiac stepdown nurse. Lexi joined the Tennessee Clinical Research Center Staff in 2022 and is presently involved in both cosmetic and pharmaceutical-based research trials.
Job Titles:
- Patient Recruitment Specialist
Michelle is originally from Aurora, IL but has lived in the TN area since 1995, and began working at TCRC in January 2023. Michelle works very closely with potential patients as the first point of contact for any upcoming project. Outside of the office, Michelle enjoys reading and going to museums. Her hobbies include painting figurines and anything she can convince her teenage son to do with her (usually involving roller coasters).
Job Titles:
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Study Coordinator
Rhonda Bond, LPN is a licensed practical nurse who has over 20 years of clinical research experience in conducting pharmacological, cosmetic, and device trials in disease specific dermatology, pulmonology, and oncology. Rhonda began her research career here at Tennessee Clinical Research Center back in 2001 and from 2011 to 2020 worked at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center before returning to her first love of dermatology research.
Whitney is a 2008 graduate of Tennessee Technology Center in Nashville. She previously worked for a family practitioner doing patient intake and assessments, as well as assisting the physician with individual patient procedures. She also has experience working with mentally disabled individuals through Volunteers of America. Whitney is currently working towards her bachelor's degree in Nursing. She joined Tennessee Clinical Research Center in 2010 and is currently working PRN.