About Us
Richmond Clinical Trials is a research centre located in British Columbia that specializes in conducting research studies for the pharmaceutical industry. We have longstanding staff that have been with and grown with us, and we've got a great reputation locally with over 500 trials conducted over our history.
Our Staff
Kim Christie, PhD
President
Dr. Christie has extensive knowledge of neurological diseases, specializing in Alzheimer's disease. With this experience she spearheads a memory clinic that is offered free to the public. She is the initial contact for all new research studies conducted at our site.
Eugene Okorie, MD, FRCPC
Principal Investigator
Dr. Okorie is a Principal Investigator and Sub-Investigator at OCT. As a practiced psychiatrist, he understands the inherent limitations of available options to help people struggling with mental health issues, hence his passion in trials of investigational products that would help his patients.
Colleen Maytham, MD
Principal Investigator
Dr. Maytham is a Principal Investigator and Sub-Investigator at OCT. She has extensive knowledge in medicine and clinical research and brings with her, a broad and comprehensive knowledge of the medical field from her position as a family physician in the community.
Emily Eisner, BSc, CCRP
Site Director
Emily developed a passion for research from completing a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at UBC Okanagan. Her interpersonal and research skills are utilized in all aspects of clinical trials such as helping conduct clinical trials, interacting with participants, and more.
Adrienne Lam, BSc, IMG MD
Clinic Supervisor
Adrienne is an International Medical Graduate who also holds a Biochemistry and Molecular Biology degree with a minor in Biology from University of Northern British Columbia. Her passion for research and academic/medical background enables her to take a comprehensive approach to working in the field of clinical trials at OCT.
Bryanna Nixon
Research Assistant
Bryanna is a certified Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician. Her background working in hospitals in Ontario and British Columbia has prepared her to help patients of diverse population. She is excited to bring her vast experience to clinical trial research. As an experienced phlebotomist, she collects and processes lab specimens, vitals, and ECGs.