Sioux City, Iowa

Velocity Clinical Research, Sioux City

Velocity’s research site in Sioux City frequently conducts clinical trials for a broad range of investigational treatments. The studies at this site explore vaccines and medicines developed to treat migraines, diabetes, acne, depression, high cholesterol, and other conditions. Acquired by Velocity in 2022, this location was founded in originally in Dakota Dunes in 2005 and later moved as part of Meridian Clinical Research.

Located near several major highways and roads, the site is easily accessible to thousands of patients. All trials conducted at the site are performed in accordance with ICH and FDA guidelines, and in compliance with GCP. The Sioux City team is committed to being a resource for study participants, to providing the highest quality of patient care with compassion and kindness, and to advancing medicine through research.

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Velocity Clinical Research, Sioux City
4802 Sunnybrook Drive, Sioux City, IA 51106

Phone: (712) 639-6300

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About Velocity Clinical Research

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200,000+ people have a joined a study at Velocity

Many people enjoy the study experience and have joined several clinical trials at Velocity.

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Velocity has decades of research experience

With sites that were established as long ago as 1986, Velocity has experts who have supported clinical trials for decades.

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Velocity studies are led by healthcare professionals

All clinical trials conducted at Velocity are overseen by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Our experienced research team in Sioux City

Every clinical trial is overseen by a Principal Investigator – a physician who is responsible for the rights, safety and welfare of the study participants. All physicians at Velocity are board certified in their specialty area(s) and all research staff is trained in clinical research regulations, including GCP and HIPAA. Our clinical research team in Sioux City is dedicated to conducting quality research in a professional and caring environment.

  • Nicholas Bechtold, DO

    Principal Investigator 

  • John Ervin, PA-C

    Sub-Investigator 

  • David Ensz, MD

    Principal Investigator
    David Ensz, MD specializes in family practice, obstetrics, pediatrics, and sports medicine. Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Ensz received his medical degree from University of Nebraska Medial School in Omaha, NE and completed a family medicine residency at University of Nebraska Medical School.

  • Stacie Webner, ARNP

    Sub Investigator

  • Jamie Thompson

    Site Director

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