Note to File: A Clinical Research Podcast

Join us for a lively episode where we kick things off with tales of catfish, noodling, and regional fishing quirks before diving into the world of clinical research. We discuss the latest cancer center conferences, the persistent challenges facing the industry, and why so many professionals are still relying on spreadsheets and workarounds. Plus, we chat about industry layoffs, the evolving role o...

Laura O'Donnell from GSK challenges the traditional sponsor-site relationship in clinical research. She advocates for treating sites as true customers, not just vendors, by emphasizing transparency, human connection, and meaningful engagement. We dive deep into the challenges sites face, from tech complexity to communication gaps, and explore how the industry can create more collaborative, support...

Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf provides a brutally honest assessment of the current clinical research landscape. He discusses the critical challenges facing medical innovation, from overly complex clinical trials to profit-driven healthcare systems. Dr. Califf offers insights into why clinical research has become increasingly difficult, shares his vision for a more integrated learning h...

In this electrifying episode, legal experts Darshan Kulkarni and Edye Edens dive deep into the complex world of clinical research. From HIPAA compliance and corporate practice of medicine to the hidden risks facing research sites, they break down critical legal insights with their signature wit and candor. Prepare for an eye-opening conversation that goes beyond the typical industry talk.

In this episode of Note to File, we dive into the recent merger between Circuit and Lightship, explore the behind-the-scenes challenges of clinical research site training, and discuss the ongoing consolidation in the clinical trial industry. Join us for candid insights, industry gossip, and a no-holds-barred conversation about the realities of clinical research.

We discuss National Clinical Trials Day, Mexico's emerging clinical research landscape, and Javara's recent Series C funding. We dive into the challenges of oncology trials, explore the role of venture capital in healthcare, and share some industry gossip about Signant Health's recent job posting for a Director of Reputation and Crisis Communications. Somehow Note to File has existed for 5 years n...

In this episode we sit down with healthcare veteran Matthew Holt, founder of The Health Care Blog and Health 2.0. Matthew shares his fascinating journey from Stanford grad student to healthcare technology commentator, offering candid insights into digital health, clinical trials, and the challenges of healthcare innovation. From discussing the potential of GLP-1 drugs to exploring the future of lo...

In this episode of Note to File, we dive deep into the world of clinical research, exploring the challenges of resident physician training, the impact of private equity on clinical trial management systems, and the often-unspoken ethical dilemmas in the field. Join us as we unpack difficult sponsor behaviors, share hilarious research confessions, and offer candid insights into the clinical researc...

Special Pope election edition. In this episode, Rohit Nambisan from Lokavant and Jonathan Crowther from Pfizer discuss their innovative approach to clinical trial forecasting. They explore how advanced data analytics and AI can help predict and improve trial operational success, from site selection to protocol design. The conversation delves into reducing uncertainty, enhancing communication betwe...

In this episode, Meri Beckwith from Lindus Health discusses his journey from venture capital to clinical research, sharing insights on the inefficiencies of traditional CROs. He explains how Lindus is taking a different approach by aligning incentives, focusing on patient experience, and developing innovative trial models. The conversation explores the challenges in clinical trials, from data coll...

In this episode of Sticky Notes, Brad & Denali dive into the latest trends in clinical research, exploring how younger adults are getting medical advice from social media, the potential impact of pharmaceutical tariffs on R&D, and the evolving landscape of decentralized clinical trials. We discuss the challenges and opportunities of involving healthcare providers in clinical research, and touch on...

We sit down with Bree Burks from Veeva to discuss the company's latest innovations in clinical research technology. We dive deep into Veeva's upcoming CTMS (Clinical Trial Management System), their strategy for connecting sponsors and sites, and the importance of creating more streamlined, user-friendly technology for clinical research sites. Bree shares insights from her nursing background and Ve...

In this episode, Brad and Denali dive into recent industry developments, including Bay Pine's $1.5 billion acquisition of CenExel clinical research site network, the FDA's potential shift to AI-based animal testing alternatives, growing challenges with clinical trial recruitment and public trust, emerging pharmaceutical import tariffs, and the ongoing wave of layoffs in the life sciences sector. T...

In this episode Jim Kremidas, Executive Director of the Association of Multi-Site Research Corporations (AMRC), discusses the evolving landscape of clinical research sites. We explore how multi-site research corporations are working to improve operational efficiency, quality standards, and patient experiences in clinical trials. Kremidas shares insights from his extensive background in pharmaceuti...

In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Massengill from SSM Health to unpack the complex world of clinical research in community healthcare. We dive deep into the challenges of launching successful research programs, exploring innovative partnership models, physician engagement strategies, and how community hospitals can transform clinical trials. Learn how breaking traditional barriers can create...

In this episode we talk with Chris Venezia, CEO of ProofPilot, about the often-overlooked operational challenges in clinical trials. Chris shares his unexpected journey into clinical research and reveals how ProofPilot is transforming the industry by simplifying communication, document sharing, and patient engagement. From addressing fundamental communication gaps to exploring innovative solutions...

We talk to Science 37 CEO Tyler Van Horn and discuss the past, present and future of the company - everything you wanted to know about Science 37 but were afraid to ask.

This episode is dedicated to feedback about the recent Save Our Sites (SOS) conference in Oklahoma City. The founders, Judy Galindo, Ashley Margot, Chris Sauber, Monica Cultiva and Dan Sfera join as we take live feedback from the livestream audience.

A short recap of recent news, events, social media posts, gossip, announcements, and anything else in the clinical research space. In this episode Paul Ivsin joins to talk Science 37 v Science 38, PEs buyout of Walgreens and CRA/CRC relationships.

Today we discuss vendor relationships , representation & its impact on business, diagnosis & after care - the main unmet need within pharma - and embroidery throwing.

In this episode Dan Sfera joins us to cover the somewhat puzzling creation of the Association for Multisite Corporations (AMRC), a big time data breach from DM Clinical Research, and why everything in clinical research is an emergency.

In this episode we discuss the challenges and perceptions of central recruitment campaigns, including resistance from sites, the need for a thoughtful, patient-centered approaches rather than a boiler room approach and Paul helps to dispell a few clinical trial myths.

Kerri Weingard is a founding partner and global chief operating officer at Verified Clinical Trials (VCT). VCT is the largest global research subject database to reduce dual enrollment and prevent protocol violations. Ms. Weingard is also the CEO and founder of Study Scavenger and Clinical Hero. Both companies are dedicated to clinical trial recruitment and education. Ms. Weingard, who is a nurse...

Ignacio Handal is the CEO at Clinicom Healthcare. Ignacio has completed a multitude of FDA phase I, II, & III studies in pharmaceuticals, and devices over two decades. In 2022 Ignacio was honored with one of the highest honors in Clinical Research, the Christine Pierre Clinical trials lifetime achievement award of which only 8 clinical researchers globally have ever been awarded.   Early in his ca...

Thomas Peterson has been in healthcare for approximately 17 years now. A vast majority of that experience is in clinical research. He has served in many capacities such as a Research Assistant, Study Coordinator, Senior Study Coordinator, Clinical Research Associate and now Senior Clinical Research Associate. He founded his own consulting company to assist anyone in the clinical research space tha...