City of Chandler, AZ

09/13/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/13/2024 13:57

Arizona Liver Health/Arizona Clinical…

Sept. 13, 2024

CHANDLER, Ariz. - Arizona Liver Health (ALH) / Arizona Clinical Trials (ACT) is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art ACT Medical Park in Chandler, Arizona. The ACT Medical Park, a 28,000 sq. ft. facility located at 910 E. Pecos Road, showcases the ACT Phase 1 Unit and the ACT Imaging Center, both designed to offer cutting-edge medical and research services. This facility represents a major advancement in the region's healthcare and research infrastructure.

The grand opening celebration will take place on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, from 4-7 p.m., and will feature hors d'oeuvres, live music and beverages. We proudly invite the community to join us in celebrating this significant milestone.

The ACT Phase 1 Unit is equipped with 24 dedicated private rooms for clinical trial participants, a research pharmacy with USP 800 compounding capabilities, a research laboratory capable of complex processing, and a team of highly trained and experienced staff. The unit's patient database is prepared to support studies involving hepatic and renal impairments, as well as healthy matched patients. Additionally, the facility is capable of accommodating subjects requiring hemodialysis, making it one of the most versatile research units in the region.

ACT Imaging is premier research imaging center, offering advanced diagnostic capabilities, including 3T MRI, MRI-PDFF, MRE, PET/CT, X-ray, DEXA, OPTOS, and Ultrasound. ACT Imaging is one of only five facilities in Arizona with specialized imaging technology for disease diagnostics and monitoring. This center is poised to play a crucial role in the advancement of medical research and patient care in Arizona.

The ACT Medical Park also houses Arizona Liver Health, Arizona Clinical Trials, Phase 2-4 Trial Capabilities, VEN Centers, ALH|VEN Pharmacy, and the Arizona State Urological Institute, creating a comprehensive hub for healthcare, research, and wellness.

"We are thrilled to see Arizona Liver Health's dedication to our community," said Mayor Kevin Hartke. "Their purchase and transformation of a former gym into a hub for healthcare, research, and wellness spanning over 28,000 sq ft exemplifies their commitment to improving lives. Arizona Liver Health's focus on the health and wellbeing of our residents underscores their invaluable contribution to Chandler's vitality and prosperity."

"We are immensely proud to open the doors of ACT Medical Park, a facility that reflects our unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare and medical research in Arizona. This state-of-the-art center represents the culmination of our dedication to providing cutting-edge treatments and diagnostics to our community. We look forward to the transformative impact this facility will have on the lives of our patients and the broader healthcare landscape," Anita Kohli, CEO of Arizona Liver Health/Arizona Clinical Trials.

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About Arizona Liver Health/Arizona Clinical Trials
Arizona Liver Health/Arizona Clinical Trials is dedicated to advancing medical science through innovative clinical research. Our mission is to bring cutting-edge treatments to the market while ensuring the safety and well-being of our trial participants. We work closely with leading pharmaceutical companies and healthcare organizations to conduct high-quality clinical trials that meet the highest standards of ethics and scientific rigor. For more information, visit Arizona Liver Health.

About the City of Chandler
Chandler, Arizona, known as a Community of Innovation, is a vibrant city offering an outstanding quality of life for all generations. With a population exceeding 288,000, Chandler is the state's fourth-largest city and has earned accolades as one of the nation's Best Places to Find a Job and Best Cities for Women in Tech. The city is also recognized for its safety and holds AAA bond ratings from all three national rating agencies. For more information, visit the city website or connect with Chandler on social media.

Media contacts:
Anita Kohli, MD
Chief Executive Officer

Michelle Jones
Sr. VP Commercial Operations
Arizona Clinical Trials

City of Chandler media contact:
Stephanie Romero
Public Information Officer
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