Dermatology research, led by a team that listens.
Avance Clinical Trials operates within Southern California Skin & Laser, conducting dermatology research with a focus on patient experience, scientific integrity, and timely enrollment.
Tanya Evans, MD
Dr. Tanya Evans is a board-certified dermatologist with over 15 years of experience in both patient care and clinical research. As Founder, CEO, and Principal Investigator at Avance, she leads with integrity, inclusivity, and a deep commitment to expanding access to innovative therapies for the community.
Under her leadership, Avance has built a reputation for precision in protocol execution, high-quality data, and an unusually warm patient experience.
The people behind the purpose
Coordinators, advisors, and directors who keep every trial running with care and rigor.
Coordinates patient screening, scheduling, and study visits — the primary point of contact for participants throughout enrollment and follow-up.
Manages day-to-day study operations, source documentation, and patient communication to keep every trial running smoothly and on protocol.
Advises Avance on strategy, governance, and long-term growth, with a focus on expanding patient access to high-quality dermatology research.
Provides oversight on operations and partnerships, helping align the organization's research priorities with community and sponsor needs.
Every decision starts with how it serves the participant — comfort, clarity, consent.
Strict adherence to ICH-GCP, FDA, and sponsor requirements throughout every trial.
Streamlined start-up, accurate data capture, and responsive coordination.
What we do
- Pre-screening and patient eligibility assessment
- Scheduling and coordinating all patient visits
- Informed consent guidance and documentation
- Enrollment, randomization, and IP dispensing
- On-site lab procedures and specimen handling
- Drug accountability and reconciliation
- Monitoring visits, audits, and regulatory inspections
- Source documentation and EDC entry
- Phase II, III, and IV trial support