The critical path to improving health care is paved by clinical research, which has led to the development of new treatments that have saved lives and improved the quality of life for millions of individuals. Over the past decade, there has been a sharp increase in the number and array of health care providers and institutions conducting clinical research, ranging from traditional academic medical centers to individual physicians. Achieving success in clinical research, however, requires thoughtful planning, a fully integrated and efficient infrastructure, and an unwavering commitment on behalf of investigators and institutions. This session focused on providing insight on strategic planning and decision-making around clinical research, the importance of integrating clinical research into overall operations, and the actions necessary for the successful execution of clinical research projects.
Panelists included: LaDale K. George, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP; Brian Cornblatt, Ph.D., Director, Translational Research, St. Joseph Medical Center of Towson, Maryland; and Peter D. Eisenberg, M.D., FACP, California Cancer Care, Inc.