Blue Ocean Clinical Research

Blue Ocean Clinical Research is a specialized contract research organization (CRO) and site management organization (SMO) focused on the field of ophthalmology. Founded by Dr. Michael Tolentino and integrated with Vision Integrated Partners (VIP), the company operates a network of clinical trial centers across Florida and other regions. The organization provides comprehensive clinical trial services, including patient recruitment, data management, and regulatory compliance, with a specific focus on retinal and macular therapies. Blue Ocean has been involved in over 100 clinical trials, supporting the development of major ophthalmic treatments such as anti-VEGF therapies and novel gene therapies. By leveraging its vertically integrated model with VIP, the company offers pharmaceutical sponsors a streamlined approach to executing early and late-stage clinical studies.