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Progressive Medical Research (PMR): Clinical Precision, Human Kindness

Progressive Medical Research (PMR)

Clinical Precision, Human Kindness

The waiting room at Progressive Medical Research (PMR) doesn’t feel like a laboratory lobby. There is no clinical chill or sense of transience. Instead, it feels lived-in, like a place where people know one another’s names. The hum of quiet conversation filters through from the hallway, where nurses pass by with the easy familiarity of colleagues who have worked together for decades. That warm and personal atmosphere is the heartbeat of the company and, in many ways, the reason why it thrives and continues to grow. PMR is not a corporate network or a slick acquisition built for scale. It is physician-founded, family-owned, and deeply rooted in the Florida community it serves. The company’s CEO and founder, Alexander White, MD, has been in clinical research for nearly three decades. What began as a small, independent site has evolved into one of the region’s most trusted full-phase research centers, conducting everything from early Phase I safety studies to long-term, multi-center trials. Basil White, COO and brother; Alexandra Zachos, Director of Public Affairs and Programs and cousin; and their mother, Katherine White, have all been essential in supporting Dr. White in achieving his mission. We’ve stayed small enough to care, but experienced enough to make an impact,” he says. That statement captures much of what sets PMR apart in an increasingly consolidated industry now dominated by business interests rather than physicians. A Legacy of Independence The company’s independence is no small thing. Across the country, most clinical research sites have merged into larger corporate entities or venture-funded networks. PMR has resisted that path. The decision has cost them some of the conveniences of scale, but it has preserved something rarer: agility, intimacy, and trust.

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Progressive Medical Research (PMR) ; Clinical Precision, Human Kindness

Biomanufacturing

Axolotl Biologix

Advancing Wound Healing through Amniotic Science

Josh Sandberg, CEO, Aaron J. Tabor, CSO, Tim Allen, COO

The human amniotic membrane is the innermost layer of the placenta that protects the developing fetus, playing a vital role during pregnancy. Research confirms this biologically rich tissue holds remarkable therapeutic potential well beyond gestation. Packed with collagen, antimicrobial peptides, anti-inflammatory cytokines and essential growth factors such as EGF and TGF-β, the membrane actively supports epithelial healing, calms inflammation and delivers measurable improvements in wound care and ocular surface repair. Axolotl Biologix is at the forefront of translating this scientific promise into clinical impact. By developing targeted biologic therapies derived from amniotic tissue, it is redefining how complex wounds and soft tissue injuries are treated. What was once discarded as medical waste is now being transformed into a powerful tool for regenerative healing. Its flagship allografts, Axolotl Graft™ and Axolotl DualGraft™, embody this innovative solution. Purpose-built to leverage the natural regenerative properties of the human amniotic membrane, the advanced biologics create a three-dimensional, extracellular matrix that covers and shields the wound, reinforces structural support and delivers key biological cues that accelerate granulation tissue formation and encourage scar-minimizing regeneration. “Our mission is to activate the body’s intrinsic repair mechanisms and improve the likelihood of functional recovery, especially where traditional interventions have failed,” says Josh Sandberg, CEO. Physician insights inform every stage of product development, from the most common wound dimensions to the anatomical barriers that challenge conventional approaches. Feedback drives ongoing refinement, ensuring each outcome aligns with evolving standards of care and addresses real-world wound-healing needs..

Cell and Gene Therapy

Orsini

Turning Breakthroughs into Real-World Hope

Brandon Tom, President and Chief Executive Officer

A young boy’s sixth birthday was approaching, the day that he would become ineligible to receive a newly approved therapy for a rare genetic condition. Missing that deadline would have meant losing access to treatment. When his case reached Orsini, the team acted immediately, coordinating with the prescriber, family, payor, and manufacturer. Approvals were secured in record time, and the therapy was dispensed the day before his birthday, making him one of the first commercial patients in the U.S. to receive it. For Orsini, moments like these define the company’s purpose: speed, precision, and compassion when it matters most. Founded in 1987, Orsini has grown in recent years into a critical partner across the cell and gene therapy (CGT) ecosystem. The company’s approach is rooted in collaboration with patients, providers, biopharmaceutical innovators, and payors who share a common goal: to ensure that life-changing therapies reach the people who need them. At the heart of every process lies Orsini’s enduring promise: No Patient Left Behind. Every patient story at Orsini is personal. Blending precision with empathy, the company has guided over 6,800 patients and countless families, providers, and biopharma partners through the intricate pathways of cell and gene therapy, ensuring that care is as compassionate as it is exacting. Orsini provides the operational backbone for biopharmaceutical partners, turning therapy launches into coordinated successes. It delivers a streamlined pathway for healthcare providers by aiding with the benefit verification, reimbursement, and patient education processes. And for patients and families, it offers a steady hand—someone who understands that behind every form, signature, and vial is a life waiting for change..

Therapeutics

Gene Therapy-Therapeutic Viral Vectors; Manufacturing, Challenges, and Innovation

Rachel Legmann, PhD, Senior Director of Technology, Gene Therapy, Repligen Corp

Life Science Consulting

Navigating Leadership and Innovation in Radiology

Ryan Garland MHA, AVP- South Region Radiology & Respiratory, Endeavor Health

Contract Manufacturing

Charting a Trailblazing Path in Clinical Development

Maribelle Guloy, Director of Clinical Development, American Regent, Inc.

CRO

Driving Sustainable Innovation in the Tech-Driven Era

Shola Oyewole, MBA, Vice President – Digital Innovation, United Therapeutics Corporation [NASDAQ: UTHR]

CRO

Challenges of Adding International Nurses to Your Workforce

Greg Jamison, Director of Nursing, UofL Health

IN MY OPINION

CRO

Quality Improvement in Healthcare Strategic Imperatives for Healthcare Leaders

Dr. Adrian Nedelcut, M.D., C.P.H.Q., H.A.C.P., Director of Quality and Regulatory Programs, Southeast Health

LAST WORD

CRO

Potential of Cell and Gene Therapy

Alexis Bossie, Director, Media R&D, Lonza

IN FOCUS

Reimagining Pharmacy for Life-Altering Gene Therapies

The pharmaceutical industry is shifting to precision medicine, particularly in gene therapy, necessitating advanced logistics and infrastructure for efficient delivery, with significant market growth expected.

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The New Era of Representative Science: Operationalizing Diversity in Clinical Research

The pharmaceutical industry is shifting towards precision health, emphasizing diversity in clinical trials through proactive recruitment, community engagement, technology, and culturally competent practices for better scientific outcomes.

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EDITORIAL

The Rise of Restorative, Next-Gen Therapeutics

The future of medicine is unfolding in a series of advances that align biology and technology. A new generation of interventions is emerging—smarter, more precise and fundamentally restorative— aimed at accelerating healing while protecting the integrity of patient care.

Pharmaceutical clinical trials represent the first and perhaps most disciplined expression of this movement. Here, scientific promise meets ethical rigor. Every molecule, mechanism and model is tested with an unwavering commitment to safety, reflecting a simple truth that innovation must be earned through evidence. These trials lay the foundation on which tomorrow’s therapies stand.

Parallel to this, human amnion graft products are reshaping healing. Derived from one of nature’s most protective environments, these grafts offer regenerative support that feels pioneering and inherently intuitive, using the body’s biological language to reduce inflammation, support closure and encourage tissue restoration.

Gene therapy pharmacy solutions move deeper into the frontier, delivering highly specialized treatments that target disease at its genetic root. With meticulous handling protocols, bespoke preparation and an ecosystem built around precision, these solutions mark a turning point in how the industry approaches chronic and inherited conditions.

In this edition of Life Sciences Review, we spotlight companies that are redefining the healthcare ecosystem safely, responsibly and with a renewed respect for the biology that makes us human. The edition features Progressive Medical research, a state-of-the-art clinical pharmacology research unit that brings together an impressive blend of experience and services.

We have also curated thought leadership articles from industry experts, including Maribelle Guloy, Director of Clinical Development at American Regent, Inc. and Greg Jamison, Director of Nursing at UofL Health.

We hope this edition of Life Sciences Review helps you find the right partner for your requirements

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