Clinical Research Center · Cape Coral, Florida

Clinical Trials.
Real Results.

Transforming clinical research into patient success — bilingual team, onsite CLIA-certified laboratory, and a 99% patient retention rate serving Cape Coral and Fort Myers.

About MD Clinical

Data-driven research. Compassionate care.

MD Clinical Research Center is a Phase II–IV investigative site in Cape Coral, FL dedicated to bridging the gap between scientific innovation and patient outcomes, with measurable performance that sponsors and CROs can rely on.

Patient

Dedicated to advancing patient-focused care

Treatment

Improve your health with access to new treatments.

Medication

Study medication provided at no cost to you.

research expertise

Areas of research expertise

MD Clinical Research Center conducts Phase II–IV clinical trials across a range of therapeutic areas. While our current study lineup changes regularly, our team has experience and active interest in the following conditions.

Cardiovascular Studies

Hypertension, heart failure & obesity

Cardiovascular Studies

We conduct clinical trials for hypertension, SVT, heart failure, and metabolic/obesity-related conditions. Our cardiovascular studies are among our most established, with dedicated monitoring and same-day data entry for every visit.

Neurological Studies

Alzheimer's, Parkinson's & tremor

Neurological Studies

Our site has experience conducting studies for Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's, and Essential Tremor. Each protocol is overseen by our board-certified PI, with compassionate support for patients and their caregiving families.

Joint & Immune Studies

Osteoarthritis & rheumatoid arthritis

Joint & Immune Studies

We run studies for hip and knee osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, two of the most common joint and immune conditions in adults 55+. Our team manages multi-visit protocols with consistent, attentive care.

Respiratory Studies

Asthma, COPD & respiratory infections

Respiratory Studies

Our respiratory program covers asthma, COPD, and related respiratory tract infections. With access to local imaging centers and hospitals within 5 minutes, we ensure fast, coordinated diagnostic support throughout the study.

Vaccine & Viral Infection Studies

RSV, influenza & SARS-CoV-2

Vaccine & Viral Infection Studies

We conduct vaccine and viral infection studies for RSV, influenza, and SARS-CoV-2. Our patient database of 2,500+ participants and active community outreach allow us to enroll quickly when seasonal studies open.

Migraine Studies

Chronic & episodic migraine relief

Chronic & episodic migraine relief

For patients living with chronic or episodic migraines, we offer studies exploring new treatment options. Our coordinators provide clear guidance on symptom tracking and visit scheduling from day one.

Testimonials

What our participants say

We’re proud to have helped hundreds of participants in Southwest Florida find hope, support, and access to innovative treatments.

Olidia Leon Patient

Dr. Díaz es excepcional, si necesitas un médico que cuida cada detalle de tu salud con empatía, profesionalismo y prestando atención a cada detalle, pues has encontrado al mejor doctor que podrías esperar.

Tashira Persia Patient

Trustworthy doctor. Intelligent and hardworking, and will do everything possible to help with any issues. Very patient and explains everything in detail.

Caridad Marcos Patient

Dr. Díaz is an excellent PCP. He is professional, caring, and takes the time to listen and explain everything clearly. I highly recommend him.

Manuel Diaz, M.D

Manuel Diaz, M.D

Principal Investigator

Luis Jorge Ricardo, APRN

Sub-Investigator

Our Experts

Meet the people behind your study

Board-certified physician, 13+ years of research coordination experience, and a dedicated bilingual regulatory team, all based in Cape Coral, FL. We bring clinical expertise and personal attention to every protocol.

3 Easy Steps

Join a study in 3 simple steps

From your first call to your first visit — we guide you through every step in English and Spanish. No prior research experience needed.

Step 1 — Check Eligibility

Call us or fill out our online form. We'll screen you quickly and answer all your questions.

Step 2 — Meet Your Coordinator

Your bilingual study coordinator walks you through the process, the schedule, and what to expect at every visit.

Step 3 — Begin Your Journey

Once enrolled, you receive full medical care, personalized support, and compensation for your time and travel.

OUR FACILITY

A modern site built for quality and care

Our Cape Coral facility is designed for both patient comfort and reliable study execution. It features a modern, welcoming waiting
room, private exam rooms fully equipped for clinical evaluations, and an onsite CLIA-certified laboratory with ambient and refrigerated centrifuge processing and -70°C / -20°C / 2–8°C storage. Our secured pharmacy offers restricted-access storage with continuous temperature monitoring, while a dedicated monitor workspace with printer and scanner access supports both onsite and remote sponsor monitoring.

Join a clinical study in Cape Coral today.

Whether you’re a patient looking for treatment options or a sponsor evaluating sites in Southwest Florida, we’re ready to talk.