Episodes

  • Enhancing Trial Agility: Inside Elixia's Innovative Approach to Clinical Research
    Nov 18 2024

    Join Dustin Owen, CEO of Elixia, as he discusses the company's unique Clinical Site Organization (CSO) model and its role in successful clinical trials. With a focus on enhancing patient recruitment and delivering quality data, Elixia is reshaping how trials are managed in complex therapeutic areas like nephrology and psychiatry. Discover their innovative strategies for boosting trial efficiency and overcoming common enrollment challenges with agile site management.


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    15 mins
  • Patient Travel Solutions: Easing the Journey to Clinical Research Sites
    Nov 11 2024

    According to the Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP), traveling to a clinical study is the top reason trial participation is disruptive for patients. Learn more about the complexities of patient travel in clinical trials and what the industry is doing about it with Chris Benevides, Director of Patient Travel Services at Elligo Health Research®. Chris offers valuable insights on early planning, risk mitigation, and specialized travel services that can set up sites for success. Discover how travel support can improve patient recruitment and retention, making clinical trials more diverse, accessible, and patient-friendly.

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    20 mins
  • Patient-Finding Technology to Accelerate Trial Recruitment
    Nov 4 2024

    Discover how patient-finding technology is revolutionizing the way sites identify eligible patients for research studies, streamlining manual processes, and unlocking the potential of electronic health records. Stephen Jasperse from IQVIA and Michal Janota from St. Anne's University Hospital discuss the challenges and breakthroughs with implementing this innovative solution. Explore the benefits of utilizing patient finder technology beyond patient recruitment, including data insights, research support, and improved patient outcomes.

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    20 mins
  • Breaking Down Silos: Moving Study Startups From Isolation To Integration
    Oct 28 2024

    In this episode, Dr. Christine Senn, Senior Vice President of Site/Sponsor Innovation at Advarra, explores the challenges of study startup and the risks posed by working in isolation. She emphasizes the power of moving from siloed processes to integrated collaborations between sponsors, CROs, and sites. Through real-world examples, Dr. Senn demonstrates how this collaborative approach is driving results in healthcare — accelerating timelines, reducing costs, and ultimately improving patient access to clinical trials.

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    17 mins
  • Unlocking Success in Rare Disease Trials
    Oct 21 2024

    Rare disease trials come with unique challenges, and independent research sites are well-equipped to tackle them. Hamish Baird and Jennifer Botte of Remington-Davis discuss the role of independent sites in rare disease trials and their logistical and operational challenges when executing complex studies. Tune in to hear about effective strategies for patient recruitment, site-sponsor collaboration, and the benefits of flexible, patient-focused approaches in rare disease research.


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    20 mins
  • Utilizing Technology to Simplify Clinical Trial Participation
    Oct 14 2024

    As technology drives breakthroughs in clinical research, it's also transforming how clinical trials are managed. Join Clay Williams, Vice President of Mobile Applications at Greenphire, to learn how their platform GreenSpace is simplifying clinical trial participation. From submitting receipts to tracking reimbursements, hear how GreenSpace removes barriers for both participants and sites, and how it’s impacting projects like the Metastatic Breast Cancer Alliance's patient registry.


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    20 mins
  • Meet SCRS Global Impact Partner: Pacific Clinical Research Network
    Oct 7 2024

    Rosie McKellar, CEO of the Pacific Clinical Research Network (PCRN) New Zealand, shares insights from her organization’s innovative network partners model and their deep commitment to patient outcomes. PCRN’s efficient recruitment strategies and speedy trial execution have positioned New Zealand as a key player in global clinical research. Rosie also discusses PCRN’s collaboration with SCRS as a Global Impact Partner and what’s next for clinical research in New Zealand and Australia.


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    14 mins
  • Purposeful Connections: Empowering Research Sites Through Mentorship
    Sep 30 2024

    Join us as we welcome new SCRS team member Lauren Stockwell, Content and Engagement Manager, with an insightful conversation about the value of mentorship in the clinical research community. Lauren shares her passion for empowering the next generation of clinical research professionals, highlighting SCRS's newly launched Mentorship Program. Explore how purposeful mentorship can elevate site professionals both personally and professionally, and offer practical tips on how site members can get involved. Tune in to learn how SCRS is creating meaningful connections to support the growth and success of site professionals!


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    13 mins