Incorporating Clinical Research into Your Practice

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Clinical trials provide patients with treatment options which otherwise might not be available, and there are no new therapies to offer without the studies which prove safety and efficacy. Trial sites are needed across all practice types and settings to maximize recruitment of participants reflecting the diverse populations we serve. Many practices are unaware of both the need and opportunity, lack experience and infrastructure, and have limited exposure to study sponsors, all of which serve as barriers.

The panelists have participated in over 150 clinical trials and represent both private practice and academic sites. Panelists will share their experience overcoming barriers and accomplishing successful recruitment and trial completion. Efforts to achieve recruitment more reflective of the diverse US population will be discussed.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 1: Outline the requirements needed for investigators and sites to conduct clinical trials.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 2: Recognize the benefits of participating in clinical research and consider whether your practice might be appropriate to serve as a site

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 3: List some recruitment challenges and possible strategies to improve enrollment reflective of the US population

BACKGROUND STATEMENT: Clinical trials benefit all healthcare stakeholders, and the panel hopes to provide discussion which might help others to choose to participate.

Comprehensive Otolaryngology Track Statement : 3 of the panelists are Comp Otos and together we manage the range of conditions across all settings, both urban and rural. Clinical trials also study treatments across all conditions, and subjects need to reflect the US population. By sharing our experience we hope to encourage participation.