Charleston, South Carolina

Velocity Clinical Research, Charleston

Velocity's research site in Charleston partners with Neighbors Pediatrics to conduct clinical trials related to pediatric conditions and care, such as infant formula studies, vaccine studies, allergy studies, pediatric migraines, and more. Acquired by Velocity in 2022, the Charleston location was founded in 2021 as part of Meridian Clinical Research.

Located just off of I-526, the site is easily accessible to thousands of patients, including those established with the practice and diverse populations. All trials are performed in accordance with ICH and FDA guidelines, and in compliance with GCP. The Charleston 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.

Velocity Clinical Research, Charleston
3030 Ashley Town Center, Suite A102, Charleston, SC 29414

Phone: (843) 891-8670

Email: info@velocityclinical.com

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About Velocity Clinical Research

100,000+ people have a joined a study at Velocity

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

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.

Velocity studies are led by healthcare professionals

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

Our experienced research team in Charleston

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 Charleston is dedicated to conducting quality research in a professional and caring environment.

  • Philip McGaha, MD

    Principal Investigator
    Philip McGaha, MD is board certified in pediatrics and has been practicing medicine for more than 20 years. Dr. McGaha received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and his Bachelor’s degree from Furman University. He completed his internship and residency at Vanderbilt University Hospital. Dr. McGaha is proud to have received a 5-Star Award for outstanding patient satisfaction based on actual patient feedback gathered by a national independent research firm.

  • John Traynham, MD

    Principal Investigator
    John Traynham, MD is board certified in pediatrics and has been practicing medicine for more than 20 years. Dr. Traynham received his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and his Bachelor’s degree from Clemson University. He completed his internship and residency at Wake Forest University. Dr. Traynham is proud to have received a 5-Star Award for outstanding patient satisfaction based on actual patient feedback gathered by a national independent research firm.

  • Todd Vasko, MD

    Principal Investigator
    Todd Vasko, MD is board certified in pediatrics and has been practicing medicine for more than 20 years. Dr. Vasko received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and his Bachelor’s degree from Georgia Southwestern College. He completed his internship and residency at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Dr. Vasko is proud to have received a 5-Star Award for outstanding patient satisfaction based on actual patient feedback gathered by a national independent research firm.

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  • Get care from a local doctor at no cost
  • Learn about new medicines in development
  • Receive study-related medical exams at no cost
  • Get paid for participating (amounts differ for each study)

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