Therapeutic Expertise: Ophthalmology

Our team are experts in managing and evaluating images, especially with ocular diseases affecting the retina. As a trusted partner to sponsors and CROs, we provide domain expertise, innovative imaging tools, and scalable solutions.

Ophthalmology Imaging Services

MERIT’s comprehensive portfolio of ophthalmic services ensures your research is conducted accurately and efficiently.
  • Site Image Acquisition & Upload
  • Image Read & Adjudication
  • Endpoint Assessments
  • Protocol Design & Consultation
  • Site Certification & Training
  • Site Support

SPECIALIZING IN:

  • Wet AMD
  • Dry AMD
  • Diabetic Retinopathy (DR)
  • Inherited Retinal Diseases (IRDs)
  • Device/AI
  • Anterior Segment
  • Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO)
  • Uveitis
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
  • Glaucoma

IMAGING MODALITIES:

Color FP
Microperimentry
Light/Dark Adaption
Slit Lamp Imaging
OCT/OCTA
Static & Kinetic Perimetry
Electroretinogram
Specular Microscopy
Fundus Autofluoresence
Pupillometry
Visual Evoked Potential
B Scan Ultrasonography
FA/ICGA
Full Field Stimuli Test
Ocular Motor Instability
IOL Rotational Analysis

OPHTHALMOLOGY EXPERTISE

A successful multi-center trial requires intrinsic understanding of various imaging techniques, developing meaningful outcome correlations, and formulating computational methodologies. Our insightful experts (several are board-certified ophthalmologists) help guide your selection of the right biomarkers that accurately reflect the characteristics of disease progression and treatment effects.

Ophthalmology Studies by Indication

With MERIT, you benefit from the following:

  • High-quality, reliable data review and interpretation:
    • MERIT’s team of knowledgeable ophthalmologists (several are board-certified) provide domain expertise to assure high-quality, consistent data review and interpretation
  • Innovative Comprehensive Data Platform:
    • Our cloud-based EXCELSIOR™ platform allows immediate transfer of data directly from qualified sites to a central database for review without installing software or configuring firewalls
  • Competitive Pricing and Shortened Timelines:
    • Sponsors benefit by gaining efficiencies due to our refined and standardized processes.

With MERIT, your ophthalmology study data and images can easily be shared between clinical sites, reading centers, CROs, and sponsors for maximum transparency. This makes managing global ophthalmic trials involving multiple reading centers and analysis of multiple modalities not only feasible, but practical.

YOUR OPHTHALMOLOGY TRIALS

MERIT’s Cloud-based Imaging Platform

Reading Center Services

MERIT provides consistent, high-quality independent reading center services.

Benefits:

  • Reduced image acquisition variability among imaging sites
  • Minimized bias in endpoint evaluation
  • Increased data integrity in collection and interpretation
  • Collaborative, partnership-driven approach
  • Standardized & accurate processes

OPHTHALMIC CASE STUDIES

BCVA Services

  • Full, Abbreviated, and Express Certifications for VA Examiners
  • Full and Express Certifications for VA Rooms
  • Certificates Maintained in EXCELSIOR
  • Confirmation of Acceptable BCVA Equipment
  • Scheduling, Tracking & Reporting of BCVA Certification Study Activities
  • Visual Acuity Certifications: ETDRS, Low Luminance, Contrast Sensitivity & Reading Assessments
  • VA Room Equipment Procurement

Endothelial Cell Count (ECC) Analysis

MERIT provides ECC analysis for the following ocular clinical trials:

  • Corneal dystrophies, corneal edemas, keratoconus, etc.
  • Cataract surgery
  • Intraocular Lens (IOL) implants
  • Safety assessment for intravitreal injection (nAMD, DME)
  • Safety assessment for ocular implants (Glaucoma)
  • Safety assessment for eyedrops (dry eye disease, etc.)

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