Aug 15
Opportunity
Participants expect some flexibility and do not want clinical trial participation to significantly impact their normal daily schedule. Sponsors should consider exploring solutions that allow participants to more easily find and select times for appointments, especially with increased flexibility and more diverse procedure locations.
Considerations to Help Action the Opportunity
- Understand the individual needs of each participant and their preferences
- Partner with sites to build flexibility into the clinical trial design by providing timing and location options for visits
- Explore decentralized clinical trial options, such as telemedicine and the use of local clinics and sites
Value and Potential Benefits
- Increases flexibility and ease of scheduling
- Encourages patient engagement and empowers patients
- Reduces the barriers to finding and attending appointments potentially leading to better compliance and retention
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