The SAON Site Network

The SAON Site Network is the comprehensive solution for physicians and hospitals wanting to engage successfully in cutting-edge clinical research.

Research-Ready, Without the Burden

The SAON Site Network gives physicians and hospitals everything they need to bring clinical research into their practice, without the administrative hassle, regulatory uncertainty, or financial risk. As your Integrated Research Partner , SAON delivers a fully supported, ready-to-run solution that makes participating in high-quality, sponsor-funded clinical studies simple, sustainable, and rewarding.

Whether you’re looking to expand patient access to the latest technologies or grow your role as a clinical investigator, SAON is the clear solution.

The Ideal Solution for Physician-Initiated Studies

Clinical innovation doesn’t only come from large sponsors. Many of today’s most impactful studies begin with a physician’s idea and SAON is here to help bring those ideas to life. If you have a research concept, we’ll work with you to develop the protocol, navigate IRB approvals, and secure the contracts and budgets you need. You’ll also benefit from our full operational infrastructure, including study coordination, data collection, regulatory management, and support for eventual publication or presentation.

Whether you’re exploring new uses for existing technologies or studying patient outcomes in your own patient population, SAON provides the tools, expertise, and guidance to help you succeed.

What You Get as a SAON Site

A Turnkey Research Infrastructure

We provide the staffing, training, technology, and tools needed to operate as a fully functional clinical research site. From compliant eSource systems and protocol-specific workflows to qualified coordinators and site managers, your practice is equipped to participate from day one.

A Pipeline of Industry-Sponsored Studies

Our network is regularly awarded high-quality clinical trials by leading MedTech sponsors. We assess your patient population, site capacity, and clinical expertise to match you with the right pre-market or post-market studies. We put in the work so that you do not need to spend hours searching for meaningful studies. We manage the communication with the sponsors to ensure a successful study launch and continuing relationship.

Complete Operational Support

You don’t need to be a research expert. SAON’s site operations team manages study start-up, contract negotiation, budget management, regulatory submissions, IRB correspondence, scheduling, documentation, and everything in between. We make it easy to participate in high-quality research with confidence.

Patient Access to Cutting-Edge Care

Research participation brings patients access to innovative therapies, diagnostics, and technologies, typically before they’re available through standard care. With SAON, you can offer these opportunities safely and ethically, backed by full regulatory support.

Sustainable Revenue for Your Practice

SAON helps turn clinical research into a consistent, scalable revenue stream. We ensure budgets are aligned with the work required, help track activity and payments, and relieve your internal team of the financial and billing complexity often associated with clinical studies.

Support for Your Own Research Ideas

If you’re interested in launching your own physician-initiated studies, SAON provides support with protocol development, legal and regulatory documents, budgeting, and even presentation or publication assistance. We help transform your ideas into high-quality research.

Professional Growth and Recognition

Many of our sites have gone on to present at national conferences, co-author peer-reviewed studies, and build lasting relationships with industry sponsors. If you’re looking to elevate your visibility as a clinical researcher, SAON will get you on the podium.

Why Join SAON?

• Premier Site Network Status. Be part of a high-performing, professionally managed network trusted by leading MedTech sponsors.
• Dedicated Support Team. You’ll have direct access to our experienced team of research professionals who integrate with your site and become invested in your success.
• Regulatory Confidence. With SAON’s oversight, your site will remain compliant and inspection-ready at all times.
• Real-World Data Registry. Participation in our structured clinical data registry supports long-term tracking, benchmarking, and publication opportunities.

Ready to Bring Research Into Your Practice?

Schedule a call with our team to learn how easy it is join The SAON Site Network.