Our Commitment to Ethical, Efficient, and Patient-Centered Clinical Research

Our Mission

Our mission is to advance global healthcare through ethical, high-quality clinical research that benefits both patients and sponsors.

 We bring science and compassion together to ensure every study upholds the highest standards of safety and compliance.At Vertex, we turn research into real-world impact — accelerating access to innovative, life-changing therapies.

About Vertex Clinical Research

Empowering Progress in Clinical Research Across Mexico

At Vertex Clinical Research, we are dedicated to conducting clinical trials that meet the highest global standards. With advanced infrastructure, experienced investigators, and patient-centered protocols, we deliver data you can trust and outcomes that accelerate innovation. 

About Vertex Clinical Research

Empowering Progress in Clinical Research Across Mexico

At Vertex Clinical Research, we are dedicated to conducting clinical trials that meet the highest global standards. With advanced infrastructure, experienced investigators, and patient-centered protocols, we deliver data you can trust and outcomes that accelerate innovation. 

Our

Values

Ethics & transparency

We act with integrity and strict compliance with local and international regulations.

Quality and Precision

We ensure reliable data, following highest standard of good Clinical Practice.

Committed to the Patient

The safety, well being and respect for the patients are our top priority.

Continuous Innovation

We adopt technologies and methods that optimize the efficiency and quality of the studies.

Global Collaboration

We build strong relations with national and international partners to advance medical sciences.

Social Responsibility

We contribute to scientific development and access to and innovative treatments in our communities.

Operational Excellence

We work with discipline, planning and continuous improvement to exceed the expectations of sponsors and partners

Our

Values

Ethics & Transparency

We act with integrity and strict compliance with local and international regulations.

Quality and Precision​

We ensure reliable data, following highest standard of good Clinical Practice.

Committed to the Patient

The safety, well being and respect for the patients are our top priority.

Continuous Innovation​

We adopt technologies and methods that optimize the efficiency and quality of the studies.

Global Collaboration​

We build strong relations with national and international partners to advance medical sciences.

Social Responsibility​

We contribute to scientific development and access to and innovative treatments in our communities.

Operational Excellence​

We work with discipline, planning and continuous improvement to exceed the expectations of sponsors and partners

Medical Team

Medical & Clinical Research Team

Meet the dedicated professionals behind our success.

Dr. Oscar Perez Ramirez

Hematology and Oncology

A prestigious hematologist-oncologist with more than 30 years of clinical, academic, and research experience. He trained at the National Institute of Medical Sciences, with a subspecialty in transplantation. Has participated in multiple clinical trials for hematologic malignancies and solid tumors.

Dr. Daniel Arce Venegas

Internal Medicine and Diabetology

Board-certified internist with over 30 years of clinical and research practice. Has led protocols related to diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic diseases. Member of national and international societies in endocrinology.

Dr. Raquel Medina Faz

Psychiatry

Psychiatrist with solid clinical experience in mood disorders, anxiety, and neurodevelopmental conditions. Active participant in clinical trials of new psychotropic molecules. Member of the Mexican College of Psychiatry.

Dr. Raul Antonio Castillo Lara

Internal Medicine and Neurology

Renowned internist with extensive clinical experience spanning over 30 years in comprehensive adult care. He participates as a sub-investigator in protocols focused on chronic diseases and general medicine.

Dr. Claudio Alberto García Perales

Neurology

Vascular neurologist with over 19 years of experience. Specializes in endovascular therapy. Supports neurological trials.

Dr. Jaime Antonio Borjas, MD, Nephrologist

Principal Investigator

Dr. Borjas is a board-certified Nephrologist and Principal Investigator with over 25 years of experience in clinical research and medical practice. He provides medical leadership and oversight for clinical research studies. He ensures regulatory compliance, patient safety, and data quality.

Dr. Alicia Corella, MD

Principal Investigator

Board-certified specialist in Dermatology and Trichology, Principal Investigator for Dermatology, whose academic and clinical background provides scientific rigor, medical expertise, and a comprehensive approach to skin, hair, and overall health care.

Dra. Gloria Karina Zavala Loyola

 Sub Investigator

Licensed Medical Doctor providing clinical support, general medical consultations, and medical evaluations for clinical protocols. Actively participates as a sub-investigator across multiple therapeutic areas, with various responsibilities.

Dr. Daniela Cruz, MD

 Sub Investigator

Contributes as Sub-Investigator, supporting the medical oversight and execution of clinical research studies. She collaborates with the Principal Investigator and multidisciplinary teams to ensure protocol adherence, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.

Operations

Main Operational Team

Get to know the dedicated team that keeps our operations running smoothly and effectively.

German Flores, BBA, CRP

Site Director & Founder

Site Director and Co-Owner with responsibility for the overall operational, administrative, and strategic leadership of Vertex Clinical Research. With over six years of experience in clinical research, he oversees regulatory compliance, site operations, and internal coordination, ensuring the efficient conduct of clinical trials and the delivery of high-quality data by the research team.

Cindy Rivera, MBA, CBM

Administrative Director & Contracts and Budget Manager

Administrative Director and Contracts and Budget Manager at Vertex Clinical Research, overseeing administrative operations, contract negotiation, and budget management for clinical research studies. With over six years of experience in clinical research, she provides financial oversight, supports regulatory alignment, and actively contributes to clinical coordination, working closely with the Vertex research team to ensure efficient, compliant, and well-organized site operations.

Lizeth Posadas, BBA, CRCL

Clinical Coordination Lead

Clinical Research Coordination Lead at Vertex Clinical Research, responsible for overseeing the coordination and execution of clinical research activities at the site. She ensures strict protocol adherence, operational efficiency, and effective internal collaboration, supporting the consistent conduct of high-quality, compliant clinical trials by the Vertex research team.

Diana Cervantes, BBA, CTA

Clinical Trial Assistant

Clinical Trial Assistant at Vertex Clinical Research, providing administrative and operational support to the clinical research team. She assists with study documentation, regulatory file maintenance, and coordination of day-to-day study activities, contributing to efficient, accurate, and compliant clinical trial operations.

Ximena Hernandez

Chemical Pharmacobiology

Laboratory Coordinator & IMP Lead

Laboratory Coordinator and IMP Lead at Vertex Clinical Research, responsible for overseeing laboratory operations and the management of investigational medicinal products (IMP). She ensures appropriate handling, storage, accountability, and documentation in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and study protocols, while supporting effective coordination with the Vertex research team.

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