SCRS Talks

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...

Leigh Burgess, CEO and founder of Bold Industries Group , reveals how applying design thinking can transform clinical research operations. Learn how radical prioritization and the innovative D90 framework can help organizations cut through complexity, enhance teamwork, and accelerate trial results — delivering more efficient outcomes for patients and stakeholders alike.

Michelle Ray, Director of Customer Success with Greenphire , explores the challenges that delayed payments pose to research site sustainability. Michelle highlights key issues like the burden of delayed payments on site operations and recruitment, the complexity of invoicing, and the role of technology in simplifying payment workflows. Learn how innovating payment systems can streamline financial...

Renuka Agarwal, CEO and co-founder of UpTrials , is revolutionizing site workforce challenges. Renuka shares the inspiration behind founding UpTrials, and how the platform is making a significant impact by matching research sites with skilled candidates. Learn how UpTrials is streamlining the hiring process, improving time-to-fill rates, and bringing much-needed innovation to clinical research hir...

In this episode, we'll explore the transformative power of collaboration and advocacy in the pursuit of life-altering treatments. Meike Madelung from IQVIA's EMEA Thought Leadership team takes us through a compelling case study featuring the AKU Society and its groundbreaking efforts in combating Alkaptonuria. Learn how patient organizations can help accelerate recruitment for rare disea...

Input from research sites is essential for developing clinical technologies that are practical, efficient, user-friendly, and aligned with the real-world needs and challenges of trials. Understanding this need, Medidata Solutions hosted an interactive Site Tech Board through SCRS to learn how to improve their technology and processes directly from sites. Tune in as Robin Douglas, Vice President of...

Ophthalmology, a medical specialty focusing on the structure, function, and diseases of the eye, has a growing role in non-ophthalmic studies. Jessica Mays, Vice President of Life Sciences at 20/20 Onsite , shares common challenges sites face with trial-related eye assessments and how to accurately budget for these types of services. Tune in to learn how 20/20 Onsite is making ophthalmology resear...

Celebrate clinical trial innovation with Catherine Pitman, Lead Research Nurse at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, recipient of the 2023 European Site Spark award. Catherine shares how the pandemic brought on new opportunities to enable more accessible clinical trials through the launch of a Mobile Research Unit (MRU). Hear how her organization's passion brought on new ideas and resol...

Michelle Hartmann, Director and Owner of South Broward Research, speaks with David Unger, Director of Operational Excellence and Site Payment Lead at Merck, about tackling clinical research site payment delays. David shares how Merck identified and addressed key challenges in their payment processes, leading to more timely payments and improved site satisfaction. Hear how Merck implemented various...

Did you miss SCRS West: Clinical Tech & Innovation Summit ? Hear some highlights from the discussions – hot topics, what sites are experiencing, and what's next for trial tech. SCRS Honorary President, David Vulcano, shares key insights from the Summit on how sites and industry partners can navigate tech challenges and optimize collaborative operations.

This episode features Thad Wolfram, President of EmVenio Research . As EmVenio joins the SCRS Global Impact Program (GIP), Thad shines light on EmVenio’s dedication to providing clinical trial access for underrepresented and underserved communities. The episode further touches on the importance of diversity, community, and how localized data can help expand a clinical trial's international fo...

Hidden costs remain a persistent challenge for clinical research sites. With over two decades of experience, SCRS Project Manager Mike Pierre discusses the evolution of hidden costs, the ongoing efforts by SCRS to address them, and the launch of a Hidden Costs workshop.  Whether you're a site owner, budget negotiator, or industry sponsor, this episode provides valuable insights into the compl...

Carlos Bussey, CEO of Accelerate Recruitment Services , dives deep into the groundbreaking innovations his company is bringing to the table and their role in the SCRS Global Impact Partner program. Hear the journey of this forward-thinking organization working to support clinical research sites and revolutionize patient recruitment.

Gary White, the Senior Director with EMEA Strategic Site Solutions at IQVIA explores the evolution of patient-finding technology. In this episode, discover how IQVIA's digital solutions are reshaping traditional data collection methods, unlocking new possibilities for research sites and patients. Uncover the transformative impact of digital patient-finding technology on research site operatio...

Meet SCRS Global Impact Partner, Science 37 ! Dr. Debra Weinstein, Vice President of Internal Medicine, discusses Science 37's dedication to site success and collaboration. Hear insights into Science 37's initiatives, including their referral network and recruitment strategies, as well as their groundbreaking Metasite™ model.

Jillian Agnew, Senior Clinical Research Nurse at St. Johns Center for Clinical Research , shares insights on the power of personal connections in keeping trial participants engaged. From navigating trial fatigue to overcoming protocol challenges, hear the nuances of patient interactions that shape the success of long-term trials. Tune in to learn how to foster meaningful connections to create last...

Joseph Kim, Chief Strategy Officer at ProofPilot , shares the challenges and triumphs of implementing innovation in the clinical research field. Joseph highlights lessons learned and insights from ProofPilot's Innovation Playbook on the importance of problem-solving and collaborative value creation. Discover practical tips for finding funds, navigating tight timelines, and bringing innovation...

Hear from Dr. Lestter Cruz Serrano, the Global Head of Medical Affairs at Cognizant Health Sciences Group , as he shares the intricacies of site advocacy in clinical research. Discover how Cognizant's Shared Investigator Platform (SIP) has evolved over the past four years to address challenges faced by clinical research sites. Utilizing insights from an SCRS Site Advocacy Group (SAG), Cogniza...

Learn how dynamic benchmarks are shaping the future of clinical trial finances, offering adaptability, transparency, and stronger relationships between sponsors, CROs, and research sites. Shelley Douros, the Senior Director of Clinical Trial Financial Management, and Tina Mincher, the Director of Client Strategy at Medidata share their revolutionary CAP approach (Committed, Anticipated, and Projec...

Dawn Strelow and Vinita Navadgi from IQVIA Technologies explore how the clinical research industry is revolutionizing patient consent. Dawn, the Associate Director of Client Engagement, and Vinita, the Senior Director of the Digital Patient Suite, discuss the nuances of eConsent and challenges faced by clinical research sites, including practical solutions and steps for successful eConsent adoptio...

Anne-Marie Baughn, Director of Business Development with RxTrials , shares the invaluable benefits of strategic partnerships and volunteering in the clinical research industry. Anne-Marie sheds light on RxTrials' unique approach to empowering smaller research sites, emphasizing quality in study conduct and research site management over sheer size. 

In this episode, explore the extraordinary journey of Kits4Life with Lori Warrens, Director of the MedSurplus Alliance. Kits4Life is a cross-sector initiative developed by the clinical research community to repurpose clinical trial supplies, lab kits, and equipment to close the healthcare gap worldwide. Lori shares the program's inspiring growth and impact on a global scale, from its humble b...

Karen McIntyre, Vice President of Site Alliances at Parexel , shares the impact and initiatives that contributed to their earning of the coveted SCRS Eagle Award in 2023. Hear valuable advice for industry organizations aspiring to build successful relationships with sites through the power of communication, trust, and shared goals. Karen also sheds light on Parexel's strategies to continually...

Hear the inspiring story of Larry Falivena, an ALS patient advocate, who shares his journey through his ALS diagnosis and navigating clinical trials. Larry's diagnosis in 2017 marked a profound shift in his life, prompting him to cherish each moment and advocate for ALS awareness. Despite the grim prognosis, Larry's engagement in clinical trials offers hope for ALS patients. Hear the emo...

Hear the award-winning community engagement strategy of Ascension St. John Clinical Research Institute as Stacie Merritt and Dr. Jane Bryce share insights on their successful approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical research. Discover how their innovative BRIDGE framework, commitment to health literacy, and continuous presence have led to meaningful results within their community....