Bret Baker
Clinical Research Assistant
Bret graduated with his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science in 2022. Previously working in a hospital laboratory setting, Bret joined the Apex Clinical Research team in 2024. Bret is thankful for the opportunity to assist patients in improving their quality of life through research at Apex.
Hannah Birckline
Clinical Research Operations Coordinator
Hannah became a part of Apex Skin in 2015 and later transitioned to Apex Clinical Research Center in 2022. Her extensive dermatological experience brings great value to the research team. She is dedicated to offering alternative treatment options and increasing access to care.
Jane Boggan
Senior Clinical Research Assistant, Quality Assurance Specialist
Prior to Jane joining the Apex Clinical Research Center team, she worked as a Senior Research Assistant for 14+ years. Jane is passionate about delivering high-quality data to improve treatment options and future medicine.
Kristina Bonnett
Lead Research Regulatory Coordinator
Krissy brought 18+ years of clinical research experience to the team when she joined Apex Clinical Research Center in 2023. Krissy enjoys the revolving world of research and the opportunity to learn something every day.
Jonathan Boring
Laboratory Lead
Before joining Apex Clinical Research Center in 2023, Jonathan began his career in healthcare working in a hospital setting. Jonathan takes pride in his work and the ability to witness the improved quality of life clinical trials provide patients.
Nola Brito
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Upon completing her Bachelor of Science with premed concentration, Nola began her research journey at Apex in 2023. Driven by a deep passion for advancing dermatological medicine and aiding patients, she dedicated herself to her clinical research endeavors.
Eric Hussing
Clinical Research Coordinator II
After completing his Bachelor of Science in Public Health in 2023 and working as a Clinical Research Specialist, Eric continues his research journey with Apex in 2025. Eric is motivated and driven to help patients reach their healthcare goals. He is excited to assist with advancing treatments in dermatology. .
Marissa Keidel
Medical Research Associate II
Marissa transitioned to Apex Clinical Research Center in 2023 following 9 years of experience as a phlebotomist and patient care assistant in a hospital setting. She takes pride in providing top-tier medical care to patients and supports the clinical research coordinators in ensuring that visits are conducted according to protocol and with great efficiency.
Caroline Matyas
Clinical Research Program Lead
Caroline finds joy in staying informed about current therapies and identifying potential eligible patients. She is enthusiastic about overseeing the clinical trial life cycle and offering the best treatment options to our patients. Caroline earned her BSPH degree with a concentration in clinical trials research in 2018 before joining Apex Clinical Research Center in 2022.
Karol Sabol
Clinical Research Regulatory Specialist
Karol joined the Apex Clinical Research Center team in 2024 with 19+ years of research experience. Karol is dedicated to ensuring timelines are met with quality and consistency.
Hannah Snyder
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Hannah has seven years of experience in research. After finishing her Bachelor of Science in Public Health at Kent State, she wanted to continue to further her education in research and is currently pursuing a biomedical science track post-baccalaureate program with hopes of being admitted into a Cellular and Molecular Biology Ph.D. Program. She joined Apex as a Clinical Research Coordinator in 2024. Her passion for dermatology came from personal skin struggles and understanding the impact it has on patient's everyday lives.
Stacey Spigiel (BSN, RN)
Study Nurse
In 2020, Stacey completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing before joining Apex Clinical Research Center in April 2024. Previously, Stacey worked as an ICU nurse giving her an opportunity to blend her nursing background with her new career in research. Stacey enjoys providing outstanding care while contributing to the advancement of treatment options.
Brianna Stewart
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Brianna started her career in dermatology research in 2012 before pursuing her nursing education. In 2023, she joined the Apex Clinical Research Center team. Brianna had a firsthand experience of the positive impact clinical research staff has on patients when her mom participated in a trial after being diagnosed with stage four small B-cell follicular lymphoma. Brianna is dedicated to enhancing the lives of others through improved treatment options that research offers.