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Midlands IRB 8417 Santa Fe Drive, Suite 100 Overland Park, KS 66212 P / 913.385.1414 TF / 800.636.4445Midlands Independent Review Board® is the leading provider of ethical review services for early phase clinical research. Founded in 1981, Midlands has over 35 years of extensive experience reviewing multi-site trials in all phases and areas of research, but has gained industry recognition for their timelines and expertise with Phase I & II specialty review services.
At Midlands IRB, the protection of those participating in clinical trials is at the core of who we are. Research participants guide our day-to-day activities and underpin our commitment to ensuring that their rights and welfare are protected. In addition, we are committed to providing our clients with excellent customer service, maintaining professional relationships, and complying with relevant federal regulations. By incorporating these principles, we contribute to the cause of improving the quality of human health.
Midlands Independent Review Board® is the leading provider of ethical review services for early phase clinical research. Founded in 1981, Midlands has over 35 years of extensive experience reviewing multi-site trials in all phases and areas of research, but has gained industry recognition for their timelines and expertise with Phase I & II specialty review services.
At Midlands IRB, the protection of those participating in clinical trials is at the core of who we are. Research participants guide our day-to-day activities and underpin our commitment to ensuring that their rights and welfare are protected. In addition, we are committed to providing our clients with excellent customer service, maintaining professional relationships, and complying with relevant federal regulations. By incorporating these principles, we contribute to the cause of improving the quality of human health.
What We Do
Midlands IRB supports the advancement of science and medicine by safeguarding the rights, health, and well-being of human research participants. We are committed to the efficient and ethical conduct of clinical trials, and serve our clients with:
IRB SERVICES
Quality and Timely Review
Personalized One-on-One Service
Single and Multi-Site Reviews
Twice Weekly Board Meetings
Informed Consent Development
Education and Training Services
Certified Translation Services
Prompt Turn-Around
24/7 Secure Web Portal
EXPERIENCE
AAHRPP-Accredited
Clear FDA Audit History
Diverse Board Rosters
All Phases of Research in All Therapeutic Areas
Extensive Phase I Experience
Device Studies
Biologic Studies
Review Boards
Clinical research participants play an invaluable role in the development of innovative new therapies. It is imperative that their contribution is duly recognized and that appropriate safeguards are implemented to protect them. To that end, Midlands IRB’s board members are a group of individuals dedicated to a thorough review process with a focus on strengthening protections for research participants.
MEMBERS OF OUR BOARD INCLUDE:
Doctors of Philosophy (PhD), Science
Doctors of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Doctors of Medicine (MD)
Juris Doctors (JD)
Registered Nurses (RN)
Certified IRB Professionals (CIP)
OUR REVIEW BOARD ALSO PROVIDES:
Full compliance with all relevant U.S. regulations
Dedicated in-house expedited review team for qualified submissions
Electronic access to review documentation
Regulatory Status
AAHRPP
In September of 2010, Midlands IRB was first awarded accreditation by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP), which endeavors to improve safeguards for clinical research participants. Through this seal of approval, Midlands IRB clients and clinical trial participants can be assured that we continue to set the highest bar in regulatory compliance.
FDA
In keeping with our commitment to enhancing safeguards for clinical trial participants, we have maintained a clean audit history by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) since our inception. It is of utmost importance to us that our panels meet the highest possible regulatory and ethical standards when reviewing clinical research.
Midlands IRB also complies with:
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Regulations 21 CFR Parts 50 and 56
U.S. Department of Human Health Services Regulations 45 CFR 46A
International Conference on Harmonisation (ICG) E6 Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
Environmental Protection Agency 40 CFR Part 26
Applicable Federal and State Laws