ABOUT US


ENCORE Research Group, a division of Flourish Research, is a leading community-based clinical research network headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. With more than 25 years of experience, ENCORE has conducted Phase I–IV trials across diverse therapeutic areas, completing over 2,700 studies and enrolling more than 130,000 participants. The organization is recognized for delivering consistent enrollment and high-quality clinical data through a network of multi-specialty investigators.

What sets ENCORE apart is its integrated, quality-focused approach to clinical research. In collaboration with its sister companies, MedEvidence and ClinAsyst, ENCORE extends its capabilities beyond traditional site operations. MedEvidence strengthens patient engagement through evidence-based medical communication and education, enhancing awareness, trust, and recruitment. ClinAsyst drives operational efficiency through technology-enabled solutions that streamline workflows, improve site performance, and support scalable growth.

Together, this ecosystem enables ENCORE to advance patient engagement, expand diversity in clinical trials, and improve operational execution. By combining deep site expertise with strategic innovation and collaboration, ENCORE continues to define a modern, patient-centric model for clinical research.

 




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YEARS

Of enrolling patients in clinical trials.


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DOCTORS

Over 150 local physicians enroll patients and have published, over 200 peer reviewed articles.



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CLINICAL TRIALS

From phase I to IV involving medications, vaccines, medical devices, & diagnostics in over 50 therapeutic areas.


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RESEARCH PATIENTS

Over 130,000 research patients participating in our research community.



Our Team

CLINICAL RESEARCHERS


Michael J. Koren, MD, FACC, CPI
CEO, Principal Investigator

Michael J. Koren, MD, FACC, CPI

CEO, Principal Investigator

Mitchell Rothstein, MD
Principal Investigator

Mitchell Rothstein, MD

Principal Investigator

Alpa Patel, M.D.

Principal Investigator

Alpa Patel, M.D.

Principal Investigator

Sharon Smith

Sharon Smith, RN, CDCES

Vice President of Recruiting


Rebecca Simpson

Rebecca Simpson

Director of Marketing

Emery Noles, MSH, CCRP
Vice President of Networking

Emery Noles, MSH, CCRP

Vice President of Networking

Andrea West, MPH, CCRC
Clinical Research Coordinator

Andrea West, MPH, CCRC

Clinical Research Coordinator

Amanda Elwood

Amanda Elwood, BA, CCRP

Regulatory Specialist


Sandy Salceiro, MPH
Clinical Research Recruiter

Sandy Salceiro, MPH

Clinical Research Recruiter

Nate Grant
Clinical Research Recruiter

Nate Grant

Clinical Research Recruiter

Julie Baker, RN
Clinical Research Nurse

Julie Baker, RN

Clinical Research Nurse

Alex

Alex Hill, CCRC

Clinical Research Coordinator


Lateshia

Lateshia Taylor

Clinical Research Assistant

Pat

Pat Neal

Clinical Research


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