You're Invited

Community Health
Open House

Join us as we celebrate the opening of Tekton Research’s first
Multi-Specialty Research Hub

Free health screenings - Talk to a doctor - Meet the research team

Join us as we open the doors to Tekton Research’s first multi-specialty clinical research hub in San Antonio.

This new physician-led center brings clinical research closer to the community–connecting patients with new treatment opportunities through the doctors they already know and trust.

Whether you’re curious about clinical trials, interested in your health, or simply want to explore something new, we’d love to meet you.

What to Expect

  • Remarks from Dr. McDonald and Tekton leadership
  • A brief educational session on clinical research in community health
  • Free A1C + Blood Pressure Screenings
  • Tours of the new facility
  • Opportunities to connect with our team
  • Learn about clinical trials and current studies
  • Enjoy light refreshments

Event Schedule

  • 4:00 PM – Doors Open
  • 5:00 PM – Ribbon Cutting
  • 6:00 PM – Mini Educational Talk with Dr. Jara McDonald

What to Expect

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 4-7pm

4-7pm

Health Screenings, Clinic Tours, Meet the Doctor, Raffle Prizes, Refreshments  (including handcrafted paletas from our neighbors Holy Pops!) + More

Tekton Research San Antonio
19016 Stone Oak Pkwy, Suite 240
San Antonio, Texas 78258

We hope you can join us
to celebrate this milestone.

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A1C & Blood Pressure Screening

Can't make it on June 2? Call (210) 996-2600 for a phone screening or submit your information here to learn about upcoming health clinics.

Multi-Specialty Research Hub

Built for Community + Access

Clinical trials are how new medicines and treatments are developed–and they often provide access to care options that aren’t yet widely available. At Tekton Research, our studies are led by practicing physicians who know their patients and are committed to delivering safe, high-quality care.

This new San Antonio hub expands access to research opportunities for the local community–making it easier to learn about and participate in clinical studies close to home.

Meet Our Speaker + Research Experts

Dr. Jara McDonald will share how clinical trials help bring new treatments to patients, and how research plays a vital role in improving community health.

Jara McDonald, MD, FAAP, Principal Investigator at Tekton Research

Dr. Jara McDonald

Executive Medical Director
& Principal Investigator

Lauren-Coppala-CCRC

Lauren Coppala

Clinical Research Site Manager

Taryn Collett

Taryn Collett, CCRC

Chief Operating Officer

John-Flanagan-MSN-APRN-FNP

John Flanagan MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Regional Director of Clinical Operations

Melissa O'Connell

Melissa O'Connell

Vice President, Commercial Operations

Heather-Aguirre-NPE

Heather Aguirre, DO

Sub-Investigator

Upcoming Community Education Nights

We’re continuing the conversation all summer long:

Tuesday, July 7 | 6:30 PM
How Clinical Trials Work

Wednesday, August 19 | 4:00 PM
How Clinical Trials Contribute to Evidence-Based Medicine