Borrowing from the cancer playbook: a master protocol basket trial for hard-to-heal wound therapeutics targeting shared pathobiology
Donna Bazelmans
Linkedin Envelope Donna BazelmansClinical Research AssociateClinical Data Specialist Donna Bazelmans is a dedicated and loyal Clinical Research Associate and Clinical Data Specialist with over 25 years of experience in clinical research, supporting trials from Phase 1b through Phase 4. Currently contributing to wound care studies including diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) and venous leg ulcers (VLU), […]
Patricia Capozzi
Linkedin Envelope Patricia CapozziSr. Clinical Research Associate Patricia Flood-Capozzi is a Senior Clinical Research Associate with over 20 years of experience in both CRO and sponsor-led clinical trials. She began her career as a Clinical Site Coordinator, where she spent seven years gaining hands-on experience before transitioning into monitoring in 2004. Throughout her career, she […]
Allison Clendening
Envelope Allison ClendeningRN, Pharmacovigilence Monitor Allison Clendening is a highly skilled Clinical Research Nurse specializing in pharmacovigilance and patient safety. She brings extensive experience in clinical trial oversight, adverse event assessment, and safety monitoring across multiple therapeutic areas. With a strong foundation in evidence-based nursing and regulatory compliance, Allison ensures the highest standards of subject […]
Desmond Bell
Linkedin Envelope Desmond BellDPM, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Desmond Bell is a nationally recognized expert in wound care and amputation prevention with over 25 years of experience. As the founder of The Save a Leg Save a Life Foundation, he is committed to advancing patient care and outcomes. His impressive career features numerous research projects […]
Windy Cole
Linkedin Envelope Windy ColeDPM, CWSP, Chief Research Officer Dr. Windy Cole brings over 25 years of clinical and research experience in wound care, including two decades as a Principal Investigator. She is double board certified in foot and ankle surgery and wound management and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of […]
Brian Springer
Linkedin Envelope Phone-square-alt Brian SpringerCOO Mr. Brian Springer is a clinically trained research professional with 25 years of experience owning and operating clinical research sites. He brings a deep understanding of the site perspective, focusing on strategies to recruit and retain quality patients while maintaining the highest standards of compliance. With decades of hands-on leadership, […]
Marissa Docter
Linkedin Envelope Marissa DocterMD, RN, BSN, Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Marissa Docter is a clinically trained healthcare professional with over 15 years of experience in research spanning from bench-level R&D to Phase IV clinical trials. She has worked across sponsor, CRO, and site settings, bringing a comprehensive understanding of the research landscape. Her background in […]
Comparative Outcomes Amniotic Tissue Membrane Versus Standard Care in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Management: A Real-World Retrospective Cohort Study
Clinical Trial Protocol Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, Dir. or Wound Care ResearchZweli Tuniswa, BA, Chief Exec. Officer & Co-FounderMarissa Docter, MD, BSN, RN, Chief Science Officer Objective:Hard-to-heal wounds, such as diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and venous leg ulcers (VLUs), remain associated with poor healing outcomes despite optimised standard care. Although classified by aetiology, these wounds […]
A Multicenter Hybrid Platform Trial Evaluating Amniotic Tissue Grafts in Chronic Wounds: A Real-World Evidence Protocol for Diabetic Foot and Venous Leg Ulcers
Clinical Trial Protocol Windy Cole, DPMMarissa J. Carter, PhDCaroline E. Fife, MD, FAAFP, CWS, FUHMMarissa Docter, MD, BSN, RN November 2025ISSN 1943-2704Index 2025;37(11):445-450. doi:10.25270/wnds/25095 Abstract Background. Traditional randomized controlled trials of efficacy often lack generalizability due to strict inclusion criteria and controlled environments. Real-world evidence trials offer a complementary approach by evaluating the effectiveness of interventions in routine […]