Altoona Center for Clinical Research

Altoona Center for Clinical Research Altoona Clinical Research Center is a privately owned research facility associated with the Altoona Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center. Kivitz, MD, CPI.

We are dedicated to providing quality clinical research with the highest standards of patient safety. The Altoona Center for Clinical Research (ACCR) was founded in 1991 by Alan J. We are a privately owned, 40,000 square foot state-of-the-art research and group private practice facility that includes three Rheumatologists. Our site has completed over 700 studies for more than 100 different Sponso

rs and CRO’s. Altoona Center for Clinical Research has met or exceeded promised enrollment goals in the vast majority of these trials. Our facilities include 5 bedrooms for extended and overnight patients participating our various studies. ACCR is dedicated to providing quality clinical research with the highest standards of patient safety. Call us today to find out more.

Clinical research helps give patients access to potential new treatment options while helping shape the future of arthri...
06/19/2026

Clinical research helps give patients access to potential new treatment options while helping shape the future of arthritis care. Our office has participated in more than 1,000 clinical trials focused on arthritis and other rheumatic diseases.

Interested in learning more about current studies? Contact our office today at 814-693-0300 ext. 188.

Ongoing pain and low energy? You may be eligible for the FORWARD fibromyalgia study.  Learn more to see if this study is...
06/16/2026

Ongoing pain and low energy? You may be eligible for the FORWARD fibromyalgia study. Learn more to see if this study is right for you 814-693-0300 ext 188.

06/12/2026

Big news for adults with gout! Gout pain can hit fast and without warning. A clinical study for people with uncontrolled gout is now enrolling. Uncontrolled gout refers to gout that continues to cause symptoms or flare-ups despite treatment. All participants will receive the study drug at no cost throughout the study. To learn more, call Kristin at 814-693-0300 ext 188 or visit www.altoonaresearch.com

Adults who have taken a biologic medication for active PsA could participate in the ICONIC-PsA 2 researchstudy of an ora...
06/08/2026

Adults who have taken a biologic medication for active PsA could participate in the ICONIC-PsA 2 research
study of an oral investigational medication. To learn more, contact: Kristin at 814-693-0300 ext 188.

What are clinical trials?Clinical trials are carefully designed research studies that help doctors and scientists learn ...
06/04/2026

What are clinical trials?

Clinical trials are carefully designed research studies that help doctors and scientists learn more about diseases and discover new ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat them.

These studies are an important step in improving care for conditions like arthritis and other chronic diseases. Interested in learning more? Contact Kristin at 814-296-6108.

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06/02/2026

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Congratulations to our amazing high school interns on their graduation!We have loved having you as part of our office th...
05/29/2026

Congratulations to our amazing high school interns on their graduation!
We have loved having you as part of our office this year and are so thankful for all your hard work. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for each of you. Wishing you all the best in your next adventure!

Did you know you can access your healthcare information anytime through our Patient Portal?Through the portal, you can:•...
05/27/2026

Did you know you can access your healthcare information anytime through our Patient Portal?

Through the portal, you can:
• View upcoming appointments
• Send messages to our office
• Access your health information

If you need help accessing your portal account,
please contact our office at 814-693-0300 ext. 122.

Are you looking for a possible different way to treat your gout? If you have been taking allopurinol and still have join...
05/26/2026

Are you looking for a possible different way to treat your gout? If you have been taking allopurinol and still have joint flare-ups, consider taking part in the RUBY Study. We’re testing how effective and safe the study drug, dotinurad, taken by mouth, may be, compared with allopurinol. To learn more and see if you may qualify, please call 814-693-0300 ext 188 or visit www.altoonaresearch.com.

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.Our off...
05/22/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Our office wishes everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend.

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Duncansville, PA

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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