Our Team
Here at Viking Clinical Research, we conduct Clinical Research studies with the help of volunteers like you. Our highly trained, dedicated, and friendly staff will be here to assist you in every step of the research process. By registering with us, we hope that we can find a suitable study for you now, or in the future.
Jay Collins Rendahl
CCRC, BA, Director of Research Operations, CEO
Jay is one of the founders of Viking Clinical Research, Ltd., and has been active in the medical and research communities for more than 25 years. He served honorably in the US Navy, both active and reserve, for 14 years in various medical and psychological capacities. He is a member of the Association of Clinical Research Professionals and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from San Diego State University.
Sana Johnson-Quijada
MD, Psychiatry
David Schwartz
MD, Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine
Edward Cherlin
MD, Psychiatry
- Diplomat American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Past Chief of Staff, Mesa Vista Hospital, San Diego, California
- Past Chief of Staff, Harborview Hospital, San Diego, California
- American Medical Association
- California Medical Association
- San Diego County Medical Association
- San Diego Society of Psychiatric Physicians
- Strattera National Advisory Board
- HIRE Advisory Board
Ryan Woodaman
COO, Regulatory
Ryan is our Regulatory Affairs Officer. He has been with Viking Clinical Research since 2011. With a BS in Business, Ryan also assists with study-feasibility and contracting decisions.
He also ensures constant and consistent communication between the coordinator, sponsor, and investigator with regards to study amendments, changes and updates.
Sharon Eaton
Director of Finance
Sharon has been with Viking Clinical Research since 2009. With a background in human-resources and accounting; Sharon is our Financial Director who is responsible for contracts, advertising, and study budgeting. She is also our point-person for creating and maintaining contracts with as-needed ancillary diagnostic sites.
Maria C. Rodriquez
CRC, BA, Director of Clinical Operations
Carmen has been with Viking Clinical Research since 2012. She is the lead study coordinator. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Social Science with a concentration in medical anthropology. She has over 14 years of experience coordinating clinical research trials in the area of CNS; Urology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Alzheimer’s and MDD.
Faviola Cruz
MA, Phlebotomist
Faviola is a MA and Licensed Phlebotomist she is an assistant coordinator responsible for lab draws, lab sample preparation; patient scheduling, obtaining vital signs, and EDC entry. She is IATA Certified
Brittany Sam
BA, Study Coordinator
Brittany has been with Viking clinical Research since 2012 and has over 8 years of medical and clinical research experience. She is lead study coordinator and facilitates each patient visit. Brittany is also a point person for any technical necessities with regards to EDC, patient diaries, or electronic assessment devices. Brittany is IATA certified. Brittany has completed her BA at Arizona State University in Psychology.
Shannon Matteson
MS, Study Coordinator
Shannon has been a study coordinator since 2016. She has a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Bachelors of Science in Education and a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling. We are grateful to have her on our team.
Deanna Medina
Receptionist/Coordinator Assistant
Deanna has been in the medical profession for over 20 years. She is a study coordinator responsible for lab sample preparation; patient scheduling, obtaining vital signs, and EDC entry. Deanna is IATA Certified
Pamela Alvarez
MD, Neurology
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