Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine
Advancing Respiratory Health through Innovative Research
Expand Knowledge. Transform Patient Care.
As a leader in pulmonary, sleep, and critical care, The Respire Institute is committed to advancing medical knowledge and compassionate care through rigorous research and specialized studies.
Our mission extends beyond providing treatments—it’s about redefining what’s possible in respiratory health and empowering patients and healthcare providers alike. We’re dedicated to bridging the gap between innovation and patient care, ensuring our research not only meets the highest ethical standards but also brings meaningful benefits to the diverse communities we serve.
For our stakeholders, understanding the heart of our work means knowing that every study, every partnership, and every milestone is a step toward a healthier future. Whether through clinical trials, patient-centered care, or community outreach, your support fuels our vision for a world where every breath is easier and every life is fuller. Thank you for being part of this journey toward impactful healthcare advancements.
Research Focus and Expertise
Research Focus
and Expertise
Collaborative Medical Studies
Advancing Respiratory Care
Sleep Medicine Innovation
We partner with leading healthcare organizations, academic institutions, and industry experts to conduct multidisciplinary studies. By fostering collaboration, we accelerate discoveries that benefit both patients and the broader medical community.
We drive innovation in respiratory medicine through cutting-edge clinical trials and evidence-based research. Our team is committed to exploring new treatments that improve lung health and enhance patient outcomes.
Our research in sleep disorders focuses on developing modern therapies and technologies to treat conditions like sleep apnea, insomnia, and restless leg syndrome. We aim to redefine sleep health through breakthrough studies and collaborative expertise.
“Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with respiratory, critical illness and sleep disorders by providing comprehensive care and innovative treatments, empowering our patients to breathe easier and live fuller lives.”
Diversity and Inclusion in Research
Diversity and Inclusion in Research
At The Respire Institute, diversity and representation in clinical research are core values that drive our mission. Our commitment to inclusivity is reflected at every level of our organization, from leadership to coordinators, with a team predominantly composed of individuals from historically underrepresented groups in clinical research.
Our staff is fluent in multiple languages and equipped to address the unique needs of a diverse patient population. Serving a largely Hispanic community, we offer bilingual Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) to ensure accessible, inclusive recruitment for each study. Through dedicated outreach efforts, we strive to connect with patients from all backgrounds, expanding the impact of our research and advancing health equity in respiratory and sleep medicine.
At The Respire Institute, diversity and representation in clinical research are core values that drive our mission. Our commitment to inclusivity is reflected at every level of our organization, from leadership to coordinators, with a team predominantly composed of individuals from historically underrepresented groups in clinical research.
Our staff is fluent in multiple languages and equipped to address the unique needs of a diverse patient population. Serving a largely Hispanic community, we offer bilingual Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) to ensure accessible, inclusive recruitment for each study. Through dedicated outreach efforts, we strive to connect with patients from all backgrounds, expanding the impact of our research and advancing health equity in respiratory and sleep medicine.
Committed To
Meet our Research Team
Our dedicated and diverse team brings a wealth of experience and unique perspectives to every project.
With numerous completed trials and more than a decade of clinical research expertise, our team is committed to delivering world-class clinical research services, advancing respiratory and sleep health with integrity and innovation.
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Kanza Muzaffar
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Syed Abdullah Waheed
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Murtuza ahmed
MD, FCCP
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Ahmer Sean Faruki
DO
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Abid s. Iqbal
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Mir M. Alikhan
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Tony Alidon
RPSGT
Sleep Center Manager
Janeth aguilar
Research Administrative Assistant
Clyde Marquis
MSN, APRN, ACNP-BC
Director of Advance Practice Providers
Motahar Qaadri
DC, CRC
Director of Clinical Research
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Magda Deaton
MPH, AGNP-C
Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Norah Owino
MSN, AGNP-C, PMHNP-BC
Adult Gerontological and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Alicia Faulkner
MSN, AGANP-C
Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Abid s. Iqbal
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Ahmer Sean Faruki
DO
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Fatima Garcia
MA
Pulmonary Function Technician
Maria Espinosa
Allergy Technician
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Murtuza ahmed
MD, FCCP
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Mir M. Alikhan
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Syed Abdullah Waheed
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Kanza Muzaffar
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Abid s. Iqbal
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Mir M. Alikhan
MD
Pulmonary & Critical
Care Medicine
Jamal Razzack
MD, FCCP, FAASM
Medical Director
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Murtuza ahmed
MD, FCCP
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Ahmer Sean Faruki
DO
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
With numerous completed trials and more than a decade of clinical research expertise, our team is committed to delivering world-class clinical research services, advancing respiratory and sleep health with integrity and innovation.
Janeth Aguilar
Research Administrative Assistant
Fatima Garcia
MA
Pulmonary Function Technician
Norah Owino
MSN, AGNP-C, PMHNP-BC
Adult Gerontological and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Alicia Faulkner
MSN, AGANP-C
Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Motahar Qaadri
DC
Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Clyde Marquis
MSN, APRN, ACNP-BC
Director of Advance Practice Providers
Magda Deaton
MPH, AGNP-C
Adult Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
Tony Alidon
RPSGT
Sleep Center Manager
Maria Espinosa
Allergy Technician
Our dedicated and diverse team brings a wealth of experience and unique perspectives to every project
With numerous completed trials and more than a decade of clinical research expertise, our team is committed to delivering world-class clinical research services, advancing respiratory and sleep health with integrity and innovation.
Meet our Research Team
Equipment & Facilities
- In-lab Polysomnography*
- Multiple Sleep Latency Testing
- Home Sleep Testing
Sleep Lab
Current Equipment List
*in our AASM accredited sleep lab
- Centrifuge (Ambient Temperature)
- NIST Certified Temperature Monitor
- Refrigerator
- -20 Freezer
- Arm ergometer
- Recumbent Rehab bike
- Cardio strider
- Cuff rehabilitation weights
- Dumbbell weights
- Soft weights
- Chest press bands
- Zen Sports Ball
- Workout Bands
- Hurdles
- Treadmill
- Hand-bikes
- Resistance Bands
- Stationary Bikes
- Physio step
- Rehab treadmill
- Pedal exerciser
- Vibration Vest
- Oxygen concentrator
- Oxygen Tanks
Pulmonary
In-House Testing
- Full Pulmonary Function Testing
- Allergy Testing
- Spirometry
- Plethysmography
- Diffusion Capacity
- Immunotherapy
- 6-Minute Walk
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Exhaled Nitric Oxide Measurement
We take pride in offering state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support advanced clinical care and research. Ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability, our offerings include an accredited sleep lab, pulmonary rehabilitation, and pulmonary function testing (PFT). Inspection records are readily available, and additional inspections can be conducted upon request.
We are equipped to meet the unique requirements of each study, with the flexibility to acquire additional equipment as needed, ensuring our facilities consistently support advanced research in respiratory and sleep health.
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On-site Features
Our Network of Affiliates & Partners
University of Texas
Health Science Center at Houston
Rice University
Baylor University
University of Texas Medical Branch
Texas Women’s University
Temple University
Sam Houston State University
The College of Osteopathic Medicine
Universities
The Respire Institute proudly collaborates with a vast network of over 300 physicians, connecting patients and Principal Investigators to drive impactful research. Through our international network, we’re able to support studies across multiple hospitals and clinics, leveraging our partnerships to extend the reach and effectiveness of each clinical trial.
Our local partners benefit from access to our state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and dedicated team, ensuring seamless support for their clinical research initiatives. Together, we are committed to advancing respiratory and sleep health through collaborative, patient-centered research.
Houston Methodist System
Encompass Health
Inpatient Rehabilitation
Hospitals
Affiliates
Frequently Asked Questions
Clinical research is the study of health and illness in people. It is primarily conducted to understand the safety and effectiveness of new treatments, therapies, and medical devices. Clinical research is crucial for advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care, helping researchers learn how to better diagnose, prevent, and treat diseases and conditions.
The process is highly structured and follows a series of steps, usually starting with lab-based research and animal studies before moving to human trials. Clinical research in humans often follows these phases:
- Phase 1: This initial phase tests the safety of a new treatment in a small group of people, usually healthy volunteers, to assess safe dosage levels and side effects.
- Phase 2: In this phase, the focus shifts to effectiveness. Researchers test the treatment on a slightly larger group of patients to see if it works as intended, while continuing to monitor safety.
- Phase 3: In this phase, the treatment is tested on even larger groups of people to confirm its effectiveness, monitor side effects, and compare it to standard treatments. This phase is typically a key stage for FDA approval.
- Phase 4: These are post-FDA-approved studies that further monitor the long-term effects, benefits, and optimal use of a treatment.
Safety and Ethical Standards
Overview
Support During the Study
Eligibility and Participation
Clinical research is a highly regulated and safe industry. All pharmaceutical products undergo rigorous clinical trials before approval. Our work is overseen by the Office of Human Research Protection (OHRP), and our Institutional Review Board (IRB) regularly evaluates studies for safety and ethics. With decades of combined experience, our research team upholds the highest standards of safety in every study.
What is obtaining informed consent in clinical research, and why is it important?
Our staff carefully explains all aspects of the research study, including the participant's role, eligibility, privacy, and protocols, addressing any questions or concerns before participants sign the consent form. This process prioritizes safety while empowering participants to make informed decisions in their best interest.
What are my privacy rights, and will my information be protected?
As a research participant and patient, your rights are protected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and further protected by our own internal robust security. All of your information will be stored in a secured manner and de-identified wherever possible for your protection. All the software we use is HIPAA compliant and ensures that your information is being stored safely. Your medical records will never be sold or given over to a third party.
Safety and Ethical Standards
Overview
Support During the Study
Eligibility and Participation
Eligibility for clinical trials is assessed according to trial-specific inclusion criteria by our trained staff. A physician investigator will make the final determination regarding your participation in the clinical trial.
When can I end my participation in a clinical trial?
As a patient in a clinical trial, you are within your rights to withdraw from the trial at any time and for any reason.
What benefits are there for participating in clinical research?
One of the most important benefits is the access to new treatments that are still under investigation for untreatable, severe and/or orphan diseases. This can be life changing for patients who have not had success with the treatments currently available.
In many cases, there will be compensation for participating in clinical research. You as a patient, and society as a whole, benefit from your participation in clinical research. Benefits extend to your loved ones and family members who may also suffer from the same condition now or in the future. The knowledge gained from your participation helps everyone with the condition being treated.
Safety and Ethical Standards
Overview
Support During the Study
Eligibility and Participation
In the event of a medical emergency, please seek immediate medical attention. The trial is continuously monitored by multiple members of The Respire Institute team. If an emergency occurs, the physician investigator will determine whether to continue or end the patient’s participation. Additionally, our institutional review board will review the incident to assess if any protocol changes or study adjustments are necessary.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
Questions should be directed to the clinical research coordinator assigned at the start of the trial, who can be reached at the provided contact number. 24/7 coverage is available to ensure support throughout the study.
Will a doctor be involved in my care?
All clinical trials at The Respire Institute require a trained physician investigator who oversees all aspects of the trial from start to completion.
The Respire Institute has a network of physician investigators and a dedicated support team within our clinical research division. To continually enhance their skills, we offer ongoing training, access to educational opportunities, and mentorship to our team members. We have refined our approach to developing research-naïve physicians into world-class clinical researchers. Even experienced researchers benefit from the leadership development and skills training we provide to our entire team.
Safety and Ethical Standards
Overview
Support During the Study
Eligibility and Participation
Frequently Asked Questions
For a list of our Completed Studies:
Selected Prior Publications, Abstracts, and Research Trials
Download our Research Booklet
Contact our Research Department
Interested in working together?
Email us at: RespireResearch@mpsds.com
