


Welcome,
The Wynn Medical Center Research and Education Institute (WMC REI) is committed to advancing medical knowledge and practice through research and education for students, residents, and fellows.
The institute offers a wide range of teaching and research activities, both onsite and online, encompassing topics from medical and pharmacy education, meta-analysis, clinical outcomes, to healthcare leadership.

Our Vision
Addressing American Healthcare Workforce Shortage
Creating Artificial Intelligence in Rheumatology and Dermatology
Innovating Treatments in Autoimmune and Skin Diseases

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Develop innovative training models to expand the healthcare workforce and improve patient care in primary care: Advanced Pharmacist Practitioner (APP) Training programs to enhance the role of clinical pharmacists in primary care clinics; TNT Fellowship Training Program in psychiatry for primary care providers.
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Foster interdisciplinary training initiatives that integrate various healthcare professionals to create a more collaborative and efficient care model.
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Conduct research on novel therapeutic approaches for autoimmune conditions affecting the skin, joints, and other organs.
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Explore new treatment modalities that target disease pathophysiology with improved efficacy and reduced adverse effects.
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Establish clinical trials to assess the effectiveness of emerging therapies and precision medicine strategies in autoimmune disorders.
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Develop AI-driven models to enhance the identification and assessment of immune system function and dysfunction in skin and joint systems.
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Utilize machine learning and computational techniques to analyze immune response patterns and predict disease progression.
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Integrate AI-assisted diagnostics and personalized treatment planning to optimize patient outcomes in immunology and autoimmune diseases.
Our Team
Huynh Wynn Tran, MD, FACP, Associate Professor, Principal Investigator
Jimmy Vuong Nguyen, PhD, Assistant Director of Research
Helen Tran, DO, Director of CME
Student Lead: Nhi Doan, UCLA
Leadership
Journey Cordero, PharmD, USC
Vivian Ly, PharmD, Western University
Jessica Nguyen, North Park University
Jane Nguyen, UCLA
Lily Dang, PharmD student, Western University
Jessica Nguyen, North Park University
Jane Nguyen, UCLA
Trang Bui, University of Charleston, West Virgnia
An Nguyen Lam, UCLA
Lam Chau, Case Western Reserve University
Duy Nguyen, CSU Long Beach
Residents
Student
Researchers
Join Us






Required Training for New Researchers
For Junior Researchers
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How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper – 13 hours
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How to Write a Meta-Analysis – 13 hours
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Introduction to Biostatistics – 15 hours
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Understanding Medical Research – 16 hours
For Team Leaders
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Project Management – 7 hours
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Advanced BioStatistics – 40 hours
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Design and Interpret Clinical Design – 10 hours
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Data Management for Clinical Researchers – 18 hours
Additional Requirement
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All researchers at WMC REI must obtain a CITI Training
Certificate.
Contact Us
Nhi Doan
Clinical Research Assistant
nhi.doan@wynnmedcenter.com
Jimmy Vuong Nguyen, PhD, MBA
Assistant Director of Research
Rosemead Office (Internal Medicine/Rheumatology) 626-573-9003
Rosemead Office (Nephrology/Gastroenterology) 626-316-8169
Monterey Park Office (Pediatrics/Internal Medicine) 626-282-6311
Westminster Office (Internal Medicine) 714-899-2911
Garden Grove Office (Internal Medicine/Multi-Specialty) 714-462-2225
Torrance/Telemedicine (Pediatrics/Internal Medicine) 310-406-3818
Pasadena Office (Internal Medicine) 626-356-4000
Alhambra Office (Psychiatry/Multi-Specialty) 626-800-4066
If you are experiencing a medical emergency or any life-threatening condition, please call 911 immediately.

