Thursday December 5, 2024
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Breakout

Breakout Session IV – Therapeutic Roundtables

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Regency 1

Building Research Infrastructure In Community-Based Healthcare Systems

The healthcare system in the US has been rapidly evolving as hospitals and practices continue to consolidate under health systems. There are more than 6,700 hospitals in the U.S. today and 70% are part of a health system. Learn how these community-based health systems incorporate clinical research into operations, even with different organizational models. Gain insights from seasoned clinical research leaders within community-based health systems on implementing clinical research into their operations.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Room 212 & 213

Business Aspects Of Investigator Training

Proper training of Principal and sub-investigators is vital, but how site managers tailor and deliver this training is the key to success. We’ll discuss crucial considerations for training beyond Good Clinical Practice (GCP), including integrating research into clinical practices. Join us to understand the training content, frequency, and format needed to elevate your site’s success.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Room 314

Candid Investigator Insights Roundtable

Join us for an exclusive session tailored for investigators, where candid and transparent discussions take center stage. This roundtable-style discussion is where investigators can share insights, exchange experiences, and tackle challenges at the site level. Explore solutions in legal, regulatory, and human resources, as well as effective study selection strategies. Don’t miss this special opportunity for investigators to engage in open discourse and pave the way for impactful solutions to site challenges.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Diplomat 4

Chart A Path To Equity: Strategies For DEI In Trial Budgets

What do clinical research sites truly need in terms of support from industry partners including sponsors, CROs or service providers? Our panel of experts will not only unpack the challenges, but also provide actionable insights and innovative approaches to infuse DEI considerations into trial budgets.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Regency 2

How To Run A Profitable Site (Encore)

Focus on the essentials of running a financially sustainable research site. This session will cover smart decision-making, cost control, and adapting to current economic challenges like inflation. Learn effective strategies for reducing fixed costs, optimizing site operations, and managing a profitable portfolio in today’s dynamic environment.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Regency 3

How To Stand Out & Be Selected For Studies (Encore)

Do you want your site to stand out during feasibility? Come learn from successful sites and sponsors on how to become a partner site of choice. Understand the key elements of the study startup process and get tips and metrics from sponsors and CROs to help improve your site’s visibility.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Diplomat 1

Impact Of Technology On Trial Efficiency

While technology offers the promise of efficiency, its benefits don’t always reach all stakeholders as expected. Discover the challenges faced by sites when sponsor or CRO-driven efficiencies don’t align with on-the-ground realities. Hear success stories where technology integration has led to tangible improvements, and explore how these insights can inform collaborative solutions to enhance trial performance.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Room 312 & 313

Metrics That Matter: How Are We Measuring Up?

This session will refine your approach to metric collection and analysis, enhancing partnerships and optimizing performance. Join us to discuss the use cases and importance of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other metrics collected by sites, CROs, and sponsors. We’ll also explore the necessity for potential course corrections, ensuring that tracked metrics remain relevant and impactful in driving study success.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Diplomat 5

Scouting Talent & Onboarding Coordinators (Encore)

Quality clinical research coordinators (CRCs) are critical to a successful clinical trial, playing a key role in day-to-day study conduct and management. In this session, discuss strategies for sourcing top-tier CRC talent and implementing robust onboarding processes. Learn best practices for recruiting, onboarding, and compensating these essential team members.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Diplomat 2

The Newlywed Game: Recruitment Struggles & Modern Solutions

When traditional trial recruitment methods feel exhausted, it’s time to explore innovative approaches. Join us as we engage in a Newlywed Game style approach to debunking conventions, and assess recruitment strategies that go beyond the conventional, drawing lessons learned from both sites and industry partners. From leveraging digital platforms to targeted outreach programs, this session will showcase the truth behind what really works, and generate adaptable and creative solutions designed to meet the dynamic demands of recruitment.