Who We Are
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VertexCTM is a lean, innovative clinical trial support firm built to meet the evolving demands of modern research. We specialize in streamlining clinical trial operations with precision, agility, and a commitment to excellence. Founded on the belief that smarter support leads to stronger science, we partner with research sites, sponsors, and CROs to accelerate timelines and ensure compliance—without compromising on quality.
Our Mission
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“To advance clinical research in rare and complex diseases by delivering agile, data-informed trial support that accelerates timelines and improves outcomes for patients and sponsors alike.”
Our Vision
A world where every clinical trial—no matter how rare or complex—runs efficiently, reaches the right patients, and delivers meaningful impact without delay.
Meet The Founder
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Edwine St-Juste, MHA
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​With over a decade of proven leadership in healthcare administration, regulatory compliance, and clinical operations, Edwine St-Juste founded VertexCTM to modernize the clinical trial process through lean strategy, technology integration, and operational excellence. Her vision is grounded in a simple premise: that quality, efficiency, and compliance don’t have to be sacrificed for affordability or speed.
Prior to launching VertexCTM, Edwine served as the Administrative Director at the New York State Institute for Basic Research, overseeing regulatory compliance and performance across 11 multidisciplinary clinical teams. Under her leadership, the institute achieved a 100% increase in regulatory compliance and a complete elimination of non-conformance incidents, setting a new gold standard recognized by external audits. She also implemented and led staff development initiatives that transformed departmental performance.
Her diverse experience—ranging from overseeing behavioral health facilities to leading quality and regulatory affairs at biotech startups—makes her uniquely equipped to support trial sponsors, research sites, and CROs with regulatory submissions, feasibility, quality systems, and patient engagement strategies.
At VertexCTM, Edwine is leveraging her mastery of federal and state regulations (CMS, CLIA, HIPAA, FDA, CAP, and more) and her passion for process improvement to deliver strategic support for every phase of the clinical trial lifecycle.
Whether it's building a protocol-ready site, implementing EHR systems, or troubleshooting regulatory hurdles, Edwine’s hands-on expertise, strategic vision, and dedication to clinical research excellence make VertexCTM a trusted partner in advancing human health.
