Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research
My Crooker (Nguyen), BS, CCRC, is a highly skilled professional specializing in clinical research coordination with extensive experience in various healthcare settings. Currently serving as the Lead Research Coordinator/Project Coordinator at the Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research, My Crooker manages a multi-site randomized controlled trial focused on group treatment for the VA. Previous roles include Clinical Research Coordinator I at Multicare Institute for Research and Innovation, where My Crooker coordinated multiple oncology trials, and Clinical Research Coordinator at Liver Institute Northwest, effectively managing numerous pharmaceutical trials. My Crooker's background also encompasses research support in cardiology and hepatology, along with experience in emergency and patient care settings. A graduate of the University of Washington Tacoma with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, My Crooker demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing clinical research and patient care.
Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research
Established in 1989, Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research (SIBCR) serves our nation’s Veterans through research and education endeavors at both divisions of the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS) and Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center (MGVAMC). Our Mission says it all: To improve the health and well-being of Veterans through research and education conducted at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System and the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center. Our investigators and staff are dedicated to the improvement of Veterans’ lives and SIBCR is dedicated to supporting their efforts by facilitating research and education projects funded by other federal agencies, voluntary health organizations, nonprofit professional societies, academic institutions and for-profit companies. SIBCR also works in conjunction with private donors to support research and education programs. In our three decades as a nonprofit institute 501(c)(3) incorporated in Washington State, our membership has grown to include both clinical and lab-based researchers in diverse areas such as: Diabetes treatment and prevention Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease Traumatic brain injury Geriatric care Rehabilitative medicine and prosthetics Addiction treatment, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders and psychological health Cancer care SIBCR is governed by a thirteen member Board of Directors, none of whom receive compensation for their service.