Meet the Team
At Pillar Clinical Research, we have the best doctors and medical researchers in the industry.
Locations
Completed Studies
Patients Seen
Our Culture
Our Integrity
We implement integrity internally by establishing clear ethical guidelines, enforcing transparent reporting, and fostering an environment where honesty and accountability are paramount. Regular training on regulatory standards, open communication about data, and a commitment to accurate reporting ensure that every member upholds the highest standards. This culture of integrity builds trust internally and externally, allowing teams to collaborate with confidence and purpose.
Our Innovation
To foster innovation, we encourage creative problem-solving by supporting ongoing education, investing in cutting-edge technologies, and promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration. Leadership prioritizes a culture where team members feel empowered to explore new ideas, challenge traditional methods, and experiment with novel and approved approaches. A focus on continuous improvement ensures that our organization stays at the forefront of medical advancements.
Our Impact
Pillar Clinical Research is impactful by aligning its projects with real-world health needs and ensuring that every study is designed to produce meaningful, actionable outcomes. Encouraging team members to stay patient-focused and celebrating the broader effects of their work motivates employees. Internally, regular evaluations of how research contributes to healthcare improvement reinforces a sense of purpose and pride within our organization.
Our Locations
Select one of our thriving centers to learn more about the core team members at that location.
Dallas – Fort Worth, Texas
- 27,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 60 beds
- 7.9 million people within driving distance
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban areas
- Near two major airports, including one international airport
- Hospital with emergency room within two miles of the site
Chicago, Illinois
- 12,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 50 beds
- 9.3 million people within driving distance
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban areas
- Near two major airports, including one international airport
- Hospital with emergency room within three miles of the site
Bentonville, Arkansas
- 6,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 24 beds and an indoor smoking room
- Nearly a million people within driving distance
- Strategically positioned in the fastest-growing area of the state
- Extending reach to serve subjects in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma
- Near the regional airport serving surrounding states
- Hospital with emergency room within five miles of the site
Little Rock, Arkansas
- 34,000 square foot building with 100 beds on 7+ acres of beautiful, wooded property
- Just over a million people within driving distance of this largest city in the state
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban populations
- Near the national airport
- Hospital with emergency room within two miles of the site
Our Culture
Our Integrity
We implement integrity internally by establishing clear ethical guidelines, enforcing transparent reporting, and fostering an environment where honesty and accountability are paramount. Regular training on regulatory standards, open communication about data, and a commitment to accurate reporting ensure that every member upholds the highest standards. This culture of integrity builds trust internally and externally, allowing teams to collaborate with confidence and purpose.
Our Innovation
To foster innovation, we encourage creative problem-solving by supporting ongoing education, investing in cutting-edge technologies, and promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration. Leadership prioritizes a culture where team members feel empowered to explore new ideas, challenge traditional methods, and experiment with novel and approved approaches. A focus on continuous improvement ensures that our organization stays at the forefront of medical advancements.
Our Impact
Pillar Clinical Research is impactful by aligning its projects with real-world health needs and ensuring that every study is designed to produce meaningful, actionable outcomes. Encouraging team members to stay patient-focused and celebrating the broader effects of their work motivates employees. Internally, regular evaluations of how research contributes to healthcare improvement reinforces a sense of purpose and pride within our organization.
Our Locations
Select one of our thriving centers to learn more about the core team members at that location.
Dallas – Fort Worth, Texas
- 27,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 60 beds
- 7.9 million people within driving distance
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban areas
- Near two major airports, including one international airport
- Hospital with emergency room within two miles of the site
Chicago, Illinois
- 12,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 50 beds
- 9.3 million people within driving distance
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban areas
- Near two major airports, including one international airport
- Hospital with emergency room within three miles of the site
Bentonville, Arkansas
- 6,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 24 beds and an indoor smoking room
- Nearly a million people within driving distance
- Strategically positioned in the fastest-growing area of the state
- Extending reach to serve subjects in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma
- Near the regional airport serving surrounding states
- Hospital with emergency room within five miles of the site
Little Rock, Arkansas
- 34,000 square foot building with 100 beds on 7+ acres of beautiful, wooded property
- Just over a million people within driving distance of this largest city in the state
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban populations
- Near the national airport
- Hospital with emergency room within two miles of the site
Our Culture
Our Integrity
We implement integrity internally by establishing clear ethical guidelines, enforcing transparent reporting, and fostering an environment where honesty and accountability are paramount. Regular training on regulatory standards, open communication about data, and a commitment to accurate reporting ensure that every member upholds the highest standards. This culture of integrity builds trust internally and externally, allowing teams to collaborate with confidence and purpose.
Our Innovation
To foster innovation, we encourage creative problem-solving by supporting ongoing education, investing in cutting-edge technologies, and promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration. Leadership prioritizes a culture where team members feel empowered to explore new ideas, challenge traditional methods, and experiment with novel and approved approaches. A focus on continuous improvement ensures that our organization stays at the forefront of medical advancements.
Our Impact
Pillar Clinical Research is impactful by aligning its projects with real-world health needs and ensuring that every study is designed to produce meaningful, actionable outcomes. Encouraging team members to stay patient-focused and celebrating the broader effects of their work motivates employees. Internally, regular evaluations of how research contributes to healthcare improvement reinforces a sense of purpose and pride within our organization.
Our Locations
Select one of our thriving centers to learn more about the core team members at that location.
Dallas – Fort Worth, Texas
- 27,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 60 beds
- 7.9 million people within driving distance
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban areas
- Near two major airports, including one international airport
- Hospital with emergency room within two miles of the site
Chicago, Illinois
- 12,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 50 beds
- 9.3 million people within driving distance
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban areas
- Near two major airports, including one international airport
- Hospital with emergency room within three miles of the site
Bentonville, Arkansas
- 6,000 square foot dedicated Phase 1 unit with 24 beds and an indoor smoking room
- Nearly a million people within driving distance
- Strategically positioned in the fastest-growing area of the state
- Extending reach to serve subjects in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma
- Near the regional airport serving surrounding states
- Hospital with emergency room within five miles of the site
Little Rock, Arkansas
- 34,000 square foot building with 100 beds on 7+ acres of beautiful, wooded property
- Just over a million people within driving distance of this largest city in the state
- Strategically located to serve urban and suburban populations
- Near the national airport
- Hospital with emergency room within two miles of the site
Dallas - Fort Worth Team
Scott Bartley, MD
Medical Director & Principal Investigator,
Pillar Clinical Research
Adult and Child Psychiatry
20+ years of experience
John Pascoe, MD
Principal Investigator, Pillar Clinical Research
Psychiatry
35+ years of experience
Lara Johnson, MD
Principal Investigator, Pillar Clinical Research
Family Medicine, OB-GYN
30+ years of experience
Chicago Team
Roueen Rafeyan, MD
Principal Investigator, Pillar Clinical Research
Chief Medical Officer, Gateway Foundation
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Northwestern
Psychiatry, Addiction
25+ years of experience
Bentonville Team
Fayz Hudefi, MD
Principal Investigator, Pillar Clinical Research
Medical Director, Oklahoma Treatment Services
Psychiatry, Addiction
30+ years of experience
Little Rock Team
Leslie Smith, MD
Principal Investigator, Pillar Clinical Research
Medical Director, Inspiration Day Treatment
Medical Director, GAIN
Psychiatry, Addiction
30+ years of experience
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Dallas Clinical Research Center
(214) 396-4844
630 N Coit Rd, #2200 | Richardson, TX 75080
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Chicago Clinical Research Center
(224) 534-7332
3400 N Pulaski Rd | Chicago, IL 60641
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NW Arkansas Clinical Research Center
(479) 367-2688
3200 NE Redhawk Dr | Bentonville, AR 72712
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Central Arkansas Clinical Research Center
(501) 307-1919
19 Remington Dr | Little Rock, AR 72204
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Carol Witham
CEO, Pillar Clinical Research
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