FOMAT is expanding its clinical trials Santa Maria California network through a strategic partnership with four specialized medical groups. This collaboration brings together Central Coast Retina, Jeffrey Kaplan MD Pediatric Medicine Inc., Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care, and Central Coast Family Care to create a multi specialty clinical trial hub serving Santa Maria’s diverse patient population. For sponsors and CROs seeking access to underserved communities in Central California, this expansion represents a significant opportunity to conduct research with a proven and experienced site network.
This partnership aligns with FOMAT’s mission to diversify and expand clinical trials, especially in communities that have historically lacked access to innovative treatments. By integrating research directly into established local practices, FOMAT ensures that cutting edge therapies reach the patients who need them most, while providing industry partners with the infrastructure and patient access required for successful trial execution.
Clinical Trials Santa Maria California: Multi-Specialty Partnerships
The collaboration draws on each medical group’s specialized expertise across four key therapeutic areas, creating one of the most comprehensive clinical research hubs in Central California.
Ophthalmology: Central Coast Retina
Central Coast Retina, led by Dr. Sedeek, brings advanced ophthalmological care to FOMAT’s clinical trials Santa Maria California network. Dr. Sedeek’s expertise in retinal conditions positions this practice as a valuable asset for sponsors conducting eye care studies in the region. “Joining FOMAT’s network means more direct access to groundbreaking therapies for my patients,” said Dr. Sedeek.
Pediatrics: Jeffrey Kaplan MD Pediatric Medicine Inc.
Jeffrey Kaplan MD Pediatric Medicine Inc. offers decades of experience serving Santa Maria families, including Spanish speaking communities. This inclusivity is central to FOMAT’s commitment to making clinical research accessible to traditionally underserved populations. Dr. Kaplan’s practice ensures that pediatric trials reflect the true diversity of the community, producing data that is more broadly applicable across patient populations.
Cardiology: Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care
Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care, led by Dr. Alex Harrison, specializes in outpatient cardiovascular imaging and chronic disease management. His practice brings deep expertise in cardiology research to FOMAT’s expanding network. “This is a chance to contribute to treatments that can change lives,” said Dr. Harrison, highlighting the transformative potential of cardiology research for patients in the region.
Family Medicine: Central Coast Family Care
Central Coast Family Care brings deep community roots in Santa Maria and Orcutt, providing primary care services in a trusted and familiar environment. Dr. Kamlesh Desai views the partnership as an opportunity to open doors to more research for their patients, ensuring that clinical trials are accessible to a broad and diverse segment of the local population.
Broadening Access for Diverse and Underserved Communities
A core goal of this expansion is increasing clinical trial access for Santa Maria’s diverse population. Simon Corman, Chief Growth Officer at FOMAT, stated: “By expanding our presence in Santa Maria, we bring cutting edge therapies to patients who may not have had access otherwise. This is a meaningful step toward fulfilling our mission of healthcare innovation through diversity.”
FOMAT’s community based model ensures that participation in clinical trials Santa Maria California is accessible and supported from initial screening through study completion. Patients who previously had no local access to experimental treatments now have the opportunity to contribute to research that could shape the future of medicine across multiple specialties. The integration of four distinct practices into one coordinated network also reduces logistical barriers for both patients and investigators.
Benefits for Sponsors and CROs
For industry sponsors and CROs, this multi specialty hub offers a platform for conducting comprehensive clinical trials across ophthalmology, pediatrics, cardiology, and family medicine under one established network. FOMAT’s infrastructure, combined with the expertise of these four medical groups, ensures fast startup, consistent enrollment, and access to a large and diverse patient base in Central California.
This expansion supports FOMAT’s goal of establishing the largest site network in the region, creating a comprehensive approach that integrates clinical research into everyday medical practice. Sponsors gain access to a population that reflects the diverse demographics increasingly required by FDA guidance on clinical trial diversity, making Santa Maria an ideal location for inclusive research.
To learn more about how this partnership is transforming healthcare in Santa Maria, read the full press release here.