GI Clinical Research at EBGCR
Discover the skilled GI clinical research team at EBGCR, renowned for their exceptional patient care in gastrointestinal (GI) health through innovative clinical research. Their specialized knowledge and advanced research techniques guarantee that their patients receive top-notch care for their GI health concerns.
At EBGCR, we prioritize providing exceptional care and treatment to our patients. Our dedication to conducting cutting-edge research has led to significant breakthroughs in developing and making life-changing medications more accessible. We’re proud to push the boundaries of medical innovation and remain committed to this vital work to benefit all we serve.
Learn more about the GI clinical research team at EBGCR. Our experts provide exceptional patient care in clinical research focused on gastrointestinal (gi) health.
EBGCR: Encore Borland Groover Clinical Research Team
Beenapa Baird
Research Assistant
Beenapa Baird, a recent graduate of Florida State College, has entered the field of biomedical research. Beenapa is passionate about her work’s impact. She is excited to make a difference in the lives of many individuals as she takes on this challenging and rewarding journey.
Cynthia Buda, RN,BSN CCRC
Chief of Operations ENCORE Borland Groover Clinical Research EBGCR Southside
Cynthia graduated from the University of North Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with the distinction of “Fab Grad”. She is the Co-Founder of the Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research and has worked over 36 years in clinical research operations for ENCORE Research.
Hope Goldman, BS, MS, CRC
Clinical Research Coordinator
Hope graduated with Honors from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science in 1986. She completed her Master’s Degree in Animal Science at the University of California at Davis in 1992. Hope worked for Genentech, Inc. from 1990-2009 developing animal models of cardiovascular disease (18 yrs), then as a non-clinical study monitor (2 yrs).…
Vincent Hayes
Research Assistant
Having recently graduated in 2022 from the University of North Florida with a degree in International Business, he has garnered experience in the professional sector as a Pricing Admin and Data Analyst. He has since returned to school to complete his pre-medical prerequisites while gaining experience in the ED as a Medical Scribe. Ultimately, he plans to practice anesthesia as a CAA or CRNA.
Twila Morrell, CCRC, B.S.
Assistant Site Manager
Twila has lived in Jacksonville since 2004 with her husband of 17 years but is a very proud Georgia native. She has a medical assisting background which has provided her with more than 15 years of experience in a healthcare setting. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Health Care Administration in June 2011 and became a Clinical Research Coordinator in 2012.…
Jacob Wolfer
Jacob was born and raised in Jacksonville Florida and has been working with Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research for over 3 years. He was able to work on multiple COVID-19 vaccine trials and has officially become a research assistant at Encore Borland Groover Clinical Research. With his experience, Jacob was able to quickly adapt and learn the new studies and procedures that he is working on.…