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Evolution Exchange UKEvo UK #97 - Scale Ups Vs Tech Giants - Navigating The Irish Tech SceneJoin host Oliver Stockford in a riveting discussion featuring Gillian Lagin, Co-Founder of Scopey; Darragh McKay, CEO of Noloco; Gonzalo Faura, CEO of Swappsi Software; Wojciech Szpunar, Engineering Manager at Teckro; and Werner Schmidt, CEO of Lative. Gain valuable insights into navigating the dynamic landscape of the UK and Irish tech scenes, as these industry leaders share their experiences and expertise.2024-05-0148 min
B2B Marketing: The Provocative TruthA Review of 2023... So FarIn this episode of B2B Marketing: The Provocative Truth, we look back at some of the provocative topics we have talked about in 2023 so far!Episode Clips Included:How Data Proves the Need for Creativity in B2B, with Adam Morgan, Executive Creative Director at AdobeEducating B2B Industries with Thought Leadership, with James Watson, CMO of The Glimpse GroupUnifying a B2B Marketing Department after M&A, with Andrew Davies, CMO of PaddleMarketing in a Divestment and Re-Brand, with Lucy Birch, CM&CO at Kantar PublicCreating the Ideal B2B Customer Experience, with...2023-08-0928 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHow Teckro Facilitates Better Sponsor-Site RelationshipsThis week, Teckro Program Director Brian Deighan joins the podcast to talk about how sponsors are using Teckro to better engage their research sites. Brian explains how innovative approaches in sponsor communication improve relationships with investigators and discusses how surveys are an underutilized tool for sponsors to understand their sites.“Email chains for information can get lost, items can get misunderstood, or things may be taken out of context. Teckro and our survey functionality allows for that direct line to sites and really hearing everything firsthand.” 2023-05-3110 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsFrom Scrubs to CEO: A Unique Perspective on Patient CareThis week, Lexitas Pharma Services' George Magrath joins the podcast to discuss his unique dual perspective on patient care as both a CEO and a physician. George shares how his double role gives him a better understanding of patient needs and helps Lexitas to stand out in a competitive market. “I love taking care of patients. It's really quite a privilege and quite an honor to be able to do that. I think it keeps me really grounded with the purpose of what I'm doing, which is trying to advance our care.”2023-05-3025 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsLost in Translation: Breaking the Clinical Trials Language BarrierIn this episode, freelance medical translator Ana Sofia Correia joins us to discuss the need for translation in clinical trials. She explains the risks if clinical trial material is biased towards English-speaking populations and the need for cultural sensitivity when translating content into local languages. Ana Sofia also reflects on the benefits AI could have on the industry and for translators.“While AI can be a powerful tool, it cannot replace human translators because there are still many aspects of translation that require human judgment and human expertise, such as the ability to understand those cultural nuances.”2023-05-2817 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsStruggles and Perseverance: A Glimpse into Ovarian Cancer Care in Developing CountriesFrances Reid, program director at the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition is back with an update on the Every Woman Study, the first of its kind to quantify global challenges women face with diagnosis and care access for ovarian cancer. Building on the survey's success, Frances explains how they have pivoted from online to other data capture methods with the help of healthcare providers in some of the most remote settings in the world. The stories she shares give us a glimpse into the incredible challenges women face in middle- and low-income countries. “It took 18 hours in an am...2023-05-0523 min
B2B Marketing: The Provocative TruthCreating the Ideal B2B Customer Experience, with Kelly Brown, CMO of TeckroIn this episode of B2B Marketing: The Provocative Truth, Benedict talks to Kelly Brown about making every brand interaction count in B2B.While the current viewpoint is that B2C and B2B are more similar than ever before, there are still distinct differences that shouldn’t be neglected. One such difference is relating to customer experience. Unlike B2C, B2B has a finite pool of potential customers, so ensuring that every touchpoint with a customer is as optimised as possible for both the customer and the business. However, it seems as though B2...2023-05-0333 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsPlanting for the Planet: Exploring the Intersection Between Clinical Research and ReforestationThis episode we have something a little bit different as we talk with Karl McGrory, director of Europe at One Tree Planted. As an international nonprofit focused on reforestation, One Tree Planted has garnered widespread support from many sectors, including the pharmaceutical industry. Teckro has partnered with One Tree Planted and contributed to a project in Ireland, home to our HQ. Karl talks about Ireland’s significant deforestation over the centuries and upcoming projects they have around the world.“There's an old folklore that said a squirrel could travel from the south of Ireland to the northern tip...2023-04-2021 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHow Workforce Shortages Threaten the Future of Clinical ResearchWhat risks pose the greatest threats to clinical research? This week, Jeanne Hecht of JTH Consulting joins us to answer this very question. During this episode, Jeanne talks about some of the current risks facing the life sciences industry and her concern about what the workforce shortage means to clinical research. Jeanne puts out a challenge to the industry to adopt a new mindset and think out of the box to attract talent in clinical research. “I think it’s a challenge to each and every one of us to no longer be ok with the status quo...2023-03-2418 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsMaking a Splash in Clinical Research: How a Pool Party Changed One Woman’s Career PathHave you ever had a chance encounter that changed the course of your life? That’s what happened to Danielle Mitchell, CEO of Black Women in Clinical Research. She discovered clinical research as a career path during a conversation at a pool party. After landing a clinical research coordinator role, she noticed the stark lack of diversity among staff. Since then, Danielle has been on a mission to educate and empower Black women to succeed in the industry. “A lot of times when I talk to my members, they will say that they stumbled upon clinical research and...2023-03-1616 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsComing of Age: How to Include Adolescents in Clinical TrialsThis week Dr. Martine Dehlinger-Kremer, vice president, scientific affairs, pediatric subject matter expert at ICON, joins us for a deep dive into the inclusion of adolescents in clinical trials. Martine talks us through the considerations for including adolescents in adult clinical trials and how to overcome potential challenges. She also highlights disease areas where the inclusion of adolescents in adult trials has proved successful and why she is optimistic for the future. “Trial sponsors, investigators, regulators and ethics committees are encouraged to challenge research orthodoxy related to adolescent inclusion and adult research and seek trial solutions grounded in...2023-03-0225 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHere’s How Investigator Meetings Can Be More EngagingThis week we’re joined by former CRA Maria Milas and site advocate Silvina Baudino to discuss how to make investigator meetings (IMs) more exciting. Attending an IM can mean endless PowerPoint presentations and days of repetitive meetings – but there is a better way. Maria and Silvina explain how by recasting the agenda for greater interaction, attendees will be more engaged and retain more about the study. “It was four intense days of meetings of trainings, of talks from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. every single day. Now, how does this look? Well, PowerPoint after PowerPoint after more Pow...2023-02-1624 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsThe Unique Challenges of Phase 1 Oncology Trials - Dan Otap and Jenn WeinbergPhase I oncology trials play a crucial role in drug development, yet they are extremely challenging for sites. To discuss this in greater detail, we’re joined by Dan Otap, principal, alliance and partnerships lead at Genentech, and Jenn Weinberg, a veteran in oncology clinical trials. During the podcast, they delve into why early-stage oncology trials are so complex and ways to ease the burden on sites.“There's a level of safety and concern and risk that separates and creates a very distinct space when you're talking about early phase oncology. The fact that these patients that beco...2023-02-0325 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsSolutions to Combat CRA Burnout - Ashley Margo and Maria MilasAshley Margo, founder of the The Clinical Research Circle, along with Teckro’s Maria Milas, join us to discuss clinical research associate burnout. Earlier this year, they explained how CRA burnout is negatively affecting the industry. In this follow-up episode, they highlight solutions to reduce pressure and increase job satisfaction. “If you provide them with a tool that will suit their needs, their pains and their challenges will be just covered and fulfilled. So, what better than having a happy CRA who knows that they are supported by their CRO or by their sponsor?” 2023-01-2624 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsIra Feinstein’s Unique Patient Journey as a Trans ManWhen Writer Ira Feinstein was diagnosed with the BRCA1 breast cancer gene at just 20 years old, he was determined to learn everything he could about genetic research. Nearly a decade later, a landmark study led Ira to get a mastectomy and hysterectomy. During this podcast, Ira describes his unique patient journey, elaborating on the pitfalls of navigating the medical system as a trans man.“I looked at my medical records because I was moving from one cardiologist to another, and I noticed that they had ‘she’ all over the notes. And it was a very strange experience becaus...2023-01-1917 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsSpeaking Patients’ Language - Perla NunesThis week we welcome Perla Nunes, community outreach director at Greater Gift. Ecuadorian-born Perla is passionate about diversity – with specific focus on the Hispanic community. During this episode, she explains how Greater Gift is encouraging a new generation of leaders from diverse backgrounds through its scholarship program and why bilingual staff are key to build trust among patients.“I always ask if studies are offered in Spanish. The response I always get is, 'yes, everything has been translated to Spanish, IRB approved, and they have everything set up in Spanish.' So my follow up question is: 'The...2023-01-1221 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsThe Hole in the Middle: How Site and Sponsor Relationships Suffer with CRA Turnover - Ashley Margo and Maria MilasThis week, Ashley Margo, remote site monitor and founder of The Clinical Research Circle along with Teckro’s Maria Milas, a former CRA, join the podcast to explain the impact of burnout on the clinical trial industry. Ashley and Maria talk about the problems presented with high CRA turnover and how this hinders site engagement and relationships.“If you get new CRAs on a regular basis on a study, it's going to be harder for the sponsor to create a relationship with the sites because the CRA is the person who represents the sponsor or the CRO when...2023-01-0423 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsThe Totally Clinical Holiday Special - Brendan BuckleyThis week on the Totally Clinical podcast we’ve something rather special for the holiday season. But first, are you sitting comfortably? Draw the curtains, light a crackling fire and settle back to enjoy a nostalgic festive story with a Teckro twist – from our very own Chief Medical Officer Brendan Buckley… "A long grueling day and a tiring shift, but Teckro was ready – this was our gift. A spring in our step, not a moment to lose, this was the time for excellent news..."2022-12-1504 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsLeveraging Video for Clinical Trial Success - David GrewThis week, we’re joined by David Grew, a radiation oncologist and the founder of PRIMR – a platform that creates simple, illustrated videos to educate patients about cancer and clinical trials. During the podcast, David explains why he is transforming his “slapdash sketches” into video content and the power of video to help physicians communicate complex topics. “I said, 'Well, maybe I should just start converting these paper drawings into video assets so that we can kind of standardize this educational experience for our patients and introduce a lot more scale.'”2022-11-3017 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsBreaking Down Barriers for Better LGBTQ+ Health - Stewart O'CallaghanDiagnosed with a rare form of cancer in their late twenties, Stewart O’Callaghan was determined to make a difference for others. After the complexity of navigating the healthcare system as an LGBTQ+ patient, Stewart set up Live Through This, the UK’s only charity that supports and advocates for LGBTQ+ people affected by cancer. Stewart discusses hopes and ambitions for the future and explains why people shouldn’t fear “getting it wrong.” “There is a willingness to change, but a fear of getting it wrong. And I see this across research and health and third sector. I think a lo...2022-11-2419 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsAn Insider View on Clinical Trials in Ukraine - Roman FishchukThis week we host Roman Fishchuk, physician and principal investigator based in western Ukraine. Joining us moments after returning from an air raid shelter, Roman discusses life for the average person in Ukraine right now. He also describes keeping clinical trials going in a country at war and how Teckro becomes of even greater value in times of disruption.“We are really encouraging companies to come to, to resume their work in Ukraine, because right now, clinical trials are needed here more than ever.”2022-11-1020 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWhat Is The Future For Research Sites? - Craig LipsetThis week, Craig Lipset, advisor and founder at Clinical Innovation Partners, joins the podcast for a look into the future. Craig explains why he is optimistic for decentralized and hybrid models, considerations for more physicians to participate and the support the broader clinical trial ecosystem will need to ensure compliance and safety of clinical trials. “If decentralized can let us enable a visit to take place at home or in a pharmacy, how can decentralized enable us to host those study visits inside the offices of a treating physician in the community?”2022-11-0322 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad Trends“It’s Been Quite a Journey” - A Look Back at 50 Episodes of Totally ClinicalWhen we first launched Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad Trends as an industry podcast, we weren’t sure what to expect. Now, with a wealth of amazing guests, a catalog of compelling discussions, and a pipeline of big ideas - we can proudly say it's a hit!To celebrate 50 episodes in less than a year, host Hannah Lippitt and producer Conor Bryce sit down to discuss the journey so far. From pre-launch nerves to favorite episodes (too many to count!), take a peek behind the curtain with us and celebrate Totally Clinical hitting the big 50. Of...2022-10-2611 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsOur 50th Episode Featuring Teckro CEO Gary HughesThis week, we celebrate an exciting milestone as Totally Clinical hits its 50th episode. In the spirit of Teckro’s core values: be responsive, do the right thing, and make an impact, CEO Gary Hughes joins us to discuss the issues that really matter. During the podcast, Gary explains how Teckro’s One Tree Planted partnership supports biodiversity and the parallels with diversity and inclusion in clinical research.“I see a lot of parallels between what we're doing with One Tree Planted, their goals around biodiversity, and what we're trying to do with a digital-first approach, engaging more h...2022-10-2117 min
Digital Marketing Insights ShowConor Bryce - Social Media Manager - Social Media ExpertThis episode features the creative Conor Bryce. Conor is the Social Media Manager at Teckro. Conor speaks about his career starting off as a designer and making creatives. To joining a start-up near the beginning and helping grow that company into an international business boasting 200+ employees. We talk cross-marketing and he shares a recent campaign he was part of. He mentions throughout the need to be social on social media and how important that is to growing an account. Conor also highlights the challenges of writing copy in such an important industry needing to be factual and informative. This a...2022-10-2130 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHappy 10th Anniversary SCRS! - Jimmy BechtelJimmy Bechtel, vice president of site engagement at the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), joins the podcast ahead of the flagship annual Global Site Solutions Summit in Florida. As SCRS marks its 10th anniversary, Jimmy reflects on milestones and accomplishments, including how SCRS is leading from the front on clinical trial diversity. Jimmy also shares his thoughts on the challenges that lie ahead.“We were one of the first organizations to recognize the need that was coming out of clinical trials for there to be a more diverse patient representation in the data and the outcomes of...2022-10-0612 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsUnlocking the True Potential of Clinical Research Data - Aaron MannAaron Mann, co-founder of the Clinical Research Data Sharing Alliance (CRDSA), joins the podcast to discuss the importance of unleashing the power of clinical research data. Aaron explains why he’s optimistic about the potential of data sharing among sponsors to revolutionize trial design and improve patient recruitment – and why he believes patients really want their data to be shared. "The question that CRDSA is really involved with is what happens after the trial? We know patients want their data to be used to further the science. It's why they join the clinical trial in the first plac...2022-09-2317 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWhat if Biopharma Thought “Collaborate First”? - Virginia NidoWhat if biopharma companies worked together to improve clinical trials for everyone? This is the vision of Virginia Nido – Roche’s global head of industry collaboration. During this episode, Virginia explains how pre-competitive collaboration can address systemic challenges common to the industry and how to persuade big pharma companies to work together.“So, many of the collaborations that we participate in – as Roche and Genentech – are looking at things that we've always wanted to fix, sort of very basic things, like, 'Why do we collect investigator new information in 100 different ways?' Why can't we just all do that in...2022-09-0812 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsTwo Industry Friends On Why Sites Just Need to Be Loved - Bill Taaffe & Brendan BuckleyWe hear a lot about clinical trials and inclusion, but there is one group being left out of the conversation: sites. Affinity Health Chief Strategy Officer Bill Taaffe and Teckro’s very own Brendan Buckley share what’s really going on with sites.As a founding member of ICON who now works for a site, Bill shares his surprise at how little sites have input into clinical trial design and operations. The old friends cover a range of topics, including a site view on decentralized trials, site technology burden, and reimagining the CRA role.“The sites...2022-09-0227 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsClinical Trial Innovation: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly - Malia Lewin and Tom JulianHow does the word “innovation” make you feel? Change can be scary, but opportunity lies in the new and unknown. Clinical trial innovation consultant Tom Julian joins Teckro’s Global Head of Strategy Malia Lewin to discuss the advantages and complexities of clinical trial innovation. The pair explain why the industry needs to be agile, adaptable and open to change – truly using the power of innovation to revolutionize the patient experience.“We need to focus on both the really simple things as well as the complicated things, and always keep the patient in mind. And what do I mean by...2022-08-2413 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHow Social Media is Shaking Up Clinical Research - Brad HightowerClinical research is a conservative industry, but one man is using social media to shake things up. Brad Hightower, CEO of Hightower Clinical, is leveraging LinkedIn to prompt open – sometimes difficult – conversations between sites and sponsors. During this podcast, Brad discusses his desire to give sites an online voice and his hopes for greater industrywide progress. “I think it's important to continue to have these conversations in a very open and transparent manner. I think if we want to progress, that's what we need to do. They're not always comfortable.” 2022-08-1617 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsClinical Research Has a Workforce Shortage. Here’s How to Solve It - Judy Galindo, Monica CuitivaWhat can we do to tackle the workforce shortage in clinical research? This episode Judy Galindo and Monica Cuitiva, co-founders of Latinos in Clinical Research, join us to examine the potential solutions. During the podcast, the pair explain why education plays a pivotal role in raising awareness of the industry’s potential, why sponsors, sites and CROs need to hire more entry-level staff, and emphasize the urgency for more resources to help train and retain staff."Online trainings are excellent, but also hands-on exposure; shadowing coordinators, research assistants, various other positions within – that's the training that's required to b...2022-08-0920 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHow Bioethics Supports Patient Centricity - Katrina BramstedtWhat is the role of bioethics in medical decision-making? Here to explain more about this fascinating topic is Katrina Bramstedt, global head of bioethics at Roche. During this episode of the Totally Clinical podcast, Katrina discusses the crucial role bioethics has in the industry, why she believes every pharmaceutical company should have a bioethics department – and expands on how bioethics can support patient centricity."Patient centricity is very much connected to bioethics because we want to make products that patients actually need, not products that we think they need or we think might be nice to develop fo...2022-08-0313 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsChallenges and Opportunities for Clinical Trials in Developing Nations - Robbyn MatteiThis week Robbyn Mattei, co-founder and director of Alpha Trials joins the Totally Clinical podcast from South Africa. Robbyn shares his insight into the developing clinical research landscape in the region and is passionate about increasing the viability of clinical trials in South Africa."In developing countries like South Africa, infrastructure and funding is severely limited, and this means we have fewer facilities that can accommodate clinical trials."2022-07-2213 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsThe Greater Gift Recognition for Clinical Trial Participants - Lilly Skok BunchThis week, Lilly Skok Bunch, executive director of the non-profit organization Greater Gift joins us to share the unique patient-oriented mission of showing gratitude to clinical trial participants. More than just a feel-good gesture, Lilly explains the tangible benefits for companies including Merck. Emboldened by their impact, Lilly also discusses how the Greater Good is looking to tackle clinical trial diversity, equity and inclusion."We are expressing gratitude to the medical heroes who clinical research could not happen without and we are also encouraging individuals to stay enrolled in the studies that they have been involved with."2022-07-1327 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHow Teckro Improves Patient Centricity - Grayson ScottThis week on the Totally Clinical podcast we welcome Grayson Scott, clinical research coordinator and site supervisor at Centricity Research. This is a very special episode because we hear first hand from Grayson about how Teckro supports his day job. Grayson explains how Teckro helps him put the patient first with access to essential study content in the palm of his hand and elaborates on why more sponsor-to-site lines of communication are urgently needed…"I'm really excited about the communication possibilities with Teckro. I don't think currently that there are enough lines of communication open with sites to...2022-07-0611 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsIntroducing…Teckro’s New Director of Oncology Strategy Jenn WeinbergThis week Jenn Weinberg joins us on the podcast. Jenn brings a wealth of experience working at industry giants including Novartis and GSK and now is rolling up her sleeves at Teckro on a mission to simplify oncology clinical trials. In our discussion, Jenn explains how she accidentally ended up working in oncology and recounts a patient conversation that continues to give her purpose. "I'm looking forward to seeing Teckro embedded in earlier stages of oncology trials to simplify the lives of everybody working on them – from CRAs, research sites, and even the global teams so they hav...2022-06-3011 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsPutting Patients at Ease. Diversity and the Comfort of a Familiar Face - Steph AndersonTaking part in a clinical trial can be a daunting experience - especially for those in underrepresented communities. This week, Steph Anderson, chief people officer at Meridian Clinical Research, joins us to discuss the importance of patient engagement with diverse communities to reduce obstacles and increase participation. Steph also discusses Merdian’s new diversity initiative and explains why other companies shouldn’t let perfection hold them back in tackling diversity, equity and inclusion."Walking into a study can be anxiety-inducing for anyone. When you add in the layer of not knowing if you are psychologically safe because you...2022-06-1715 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsTeckro Powered, Blue T-Shirts and Reaching for the Stars! - Silvina BaudinoSilvina Baudino, our director of site engagement, is back on the Totally Clinical podcast! We last caught up in December last year – and she’s been very busy since – spreading the word about our exciting new community for sites, Teckro Powered. From Texas to Florida, Silvina relays engaging tales from her travels, explaining how the Teckro Powered program can help support diversity, her big plans for the program’s international expansion – and the popularity of the Teckro Powered blue T-shirt!“You know, we always shoot for the stars. We have the power to get there!”2022-06-0916 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsA Conversation with Peter Gray, Teckro’s Chairman of the BoardThis week on the Totally Clinical podcast we have a very special guest: Peter Gray, Teckro chairman. In honor of International Clinical Trials Day, Peter shares his industry insights and experiences from being associated with the pharmaceutical services industry for several decades. As the former CEO of ICON, one of the world’s largest CROs, Peter elaborates on why he was inspired to join Teckro and shares what he sees for the future of clinical trials.“When they approached me to ask me to chair Teckro, I was an enthusiastic participant because I so profoundly believe that quality i...2022-05-2029 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsA Scientist Explains Why Clinical Trials Are Not a Last Resort - Anne Mette BuhlMany patients don’t realize that clinical trials are a way to get tomorrow’s treatments today. Joining us on the podcast to discuss this topic further, is Dr. Anne Mette Buhl, senior scientist at the Clearity Foundation, an advocacy group that improves the survival and quality of life of women suffering from ovarian cancer. Anne Mette talks us through the different phases of trials, the benefits of the Clearity clinical trials finder, and what patients need to be aware of when it comes to the eligibility criteria of oncology clinical trials. “A common misconception is that a clin...2022-05-1115 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsTapping the Power of Positivity in Clinical Research - Nikki OsbornFor many sites, retaining staff is difficult. The nature of the industry, trial complexity, costs and regulatory burden can lead to high levels of attrition and even burnout. However, one woman is on a mission to bring cultural change to sites. Nikki Osborn is CEO of Meridian Clinical Research – which she founded in 1999 and built up to a network of more than 30 research sites and 90 principal investigators. From charitable bucket lists to fleur-de-lis tokens, Nikki explains more about her goal to bring the power of positivity to sites.“We have the same struggles that a lot of peop...2022-05-0315 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsLess Waste More Haste: Safer Clinical Trials and a Cleaner Planet - Jeanne Hecht, Malia LewinSustainability maybe isn't a word that you immediately associate with clinical trials. And the reality is that there are inefficiencies throughout the trial process that actually work against creating a greener planet. On World Earth Day, Jeanne Hecht of JTH Consulting and Malia Lewin reflect on what sustainability means in clinical research and the impact of Teckro, including how more streamlined communications leads to less travel, more trial efficiency, and a greener approach.“Wow, this isn't just great for the environment. This is also amazing for the patient.” – Jeanne Hecht2022-04-2113 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsThe Tragedy of a Brain Tumor Diagnosis and the Courage to Talk About It - Sonia AraujoSonia Araujo discusses the incredibly moving blog she wrote about her aunt Lena’s brain tumor diagnosis. From waking up one day with blurred vision to facing the terrible reality of grade 4 gliosarcoma – a rare type of brain cancer – Sonia elaborates on her aunt’s journey."I find that people shy away from talking about these things and I think the opposite. I think we need to talk about these experiences, so there is more awareness."2022-04-1410 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsTwo Former CRAs on Trust, Technology and Friendship - Silvina Baudino, Maria MilasThis week we’re joined by Silvina and Maria, both Teckro employees, as they compare notes on their past lives working in clinical research and reflect on the pivotal role of clinical research associates (CRAs). Silvina Baudino, Teckro director of site engagement, and Maria Milas, Teckro solutions consultant, talk about how CRAs are the “glue” of trials, overseeing multiple sites and building strong working relationships with research staff. With topics ranging from lifelong friendships made working in clinical research to the importance of trust and musings about technology and the future of the industry, Silvina and Maria draw on their...2022-04-0720 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWhy Pediatric Clinical Trials Need to Grow Up - Cindy JacksonThis week, Cindy Jackson, chief operating officer at the Institute for Advanced Clinical Trials in Children discusses the complex topic of pediatric drug development. From misunderstandings in designing clinical trials to the problem of "lag time" where children don’t get access to treatments as quickly as adults, Cindy explains why the situation is unacceptable. As a champion for children's drug development, she outlines how things can change, starting with clinical trial referrals as an automatic part of children's patient care."This long lag time between adult approval and pediatric approval in the same indication can be up...2022-03-2423 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHow Community-Based Research Sites Are Revolutionizing the Patient/Physician Relationship - Courtney AlexanderFor some physicians, the intense workload and pressures of clinical trial settings can become overwhelming. This week, Courtney Alexander, site supervisor, contract and budget manager at Centricity Research, explains how community-based research sites support physicians by freeing up time so they can focus on the most important part of clinical trials: the patient. During this podcast, Courtney touches on the crucial role of the coordinator to help physicians with “growing pains,” how Centricity's patient-centric approach helps sites meet key metrics like enrollment goals, and how community-based sites are increasing access to clinical trials for all."Everybody should have...2022-03-1616 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsOur Bold Goal for the Pancreatic Cancer Survival Rate - Cassadie MoravekPancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer. With a five-year survival rate of just 11%, a diagnosis has long been considered a death sentence.However, there is hope. Cassadie Moravek, a director of clinical trial operations at the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, joins us to explain how genetic testing and biomarkers are changing the game for patients – and elaborates on ambitious plans to increase the survival rate to 20% by 2030."So many people don't realize the options available to them, even though genetic testing has made huge leaps forward in the last few years."2022-02-2518 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWomen in Leadership Series - Sabrina JohnsonWe talk to Daré Bioscience President and CEO Sabrina Johnson about her perspective on the advancements women have made in the biotech industry, why good things happen when we're not afraid to take a leap, and how adopting a mindful approach in our professional lives helps us separate legitimate progress from pointless activity."Diversity can really impact your bottom line and improve your outcomes and results, and so I'm happy to see where the world is heading – and not just with gender diversity."2022-02-1609 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsParkinson's and Living a Life of Purpose - Cathy MolohanWhat started as a slight tremor in her right hand led to a Friday afternoon neurologist consultation and the unwelcome discovery of Parkinson’s disease at just 38 years old. Ten years later, full-time “eternal optimist” and determined advocate Cathy Molohan shares her thoughts on deep brain stimulation, why exercise is so important to manage symptoms and the never-ending quest for a Parkinson's cure.Below are links to more information on Parkinson's disease:Yuvedo FoundationWorld Parkinson's CoalitionPD Avengers“Normally we just see the numbers, we see the statistics, we see the results. I think it's essential to give...2022-02-0930 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsIf We Close the Care Gap, Cancer Doesn’t Have to be a Death Sentence - Janine HugueninThe Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) holds its annual initiative World Cancer Day on February 4. Global health, medicine and clinical research communities unite to raise awareness, improve education around cancer risks and emphasize the need for early diagnosis. Today, over 80% of all countries have a National Cancer Control Plan compared to just 66% in 2013.On World Cancer Day 2022, UICC Campaign Manager Janine Huguenin joins us to discuss the ambitious "Close the Care Gap" campaign, with plans to bring equity to cancer health for all. From celebrating real-word progress and building stronger alliances to mobilizing politicians, celebrities and...2022-02-0311 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWomen in Leadership Series - Dairine DempseyPharmaceutical executive and consultant Dairine Dempsey urges women not to second-guess their ability, stresses the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace, and highlights the need to address the lack of female representation at a senior level."Women have the ability to be in these roles just as much as their male colleagues. The idea of going forward for promotion is something that I think women think about a little too much of, certainly more than men do."2022-01-2708 min
SCRS TalksMeet SCRS Global Impact Partner: TeckroSupporting site sustainability is the #1 priority for SCRS and its Global Impact Partners. Silvina Baudino, Director, Site Engagement, shares why Teckro recently became an SCRS Global Impact Partner, and some initiatives their organization is working on that will impact clinical research sites. Learn more about Teckro and what this new relationship means for SCRS and its site community!2022-01-1909 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsSpeaking the Same Language. Dispelling Myths in Minority Communities About Clinical Trials - Van JohnsonWith ethnic minorities representing as little as 2% of all clinical trial participants in the US, Van Johnson, VP of business development at Benchmark Research, talks about the pressing issues surrounding underserved communities. He advises on how to increase engagement by addressing fears and speaking the "right language" and shares his optimism for the future in closing the clinical trial gap.“The key to building trust is for the pharmaceutical companies, the CROs, and clinical research sites to understand and acknowledge inequities.”2022-01-1313 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsFrom Personalized Medicine to the Spirit of Collaboration - Why Teckro's Excited About 2022In Totally Clinical’s first podcast of 2022, an all-female star lineup from Teckro’s leadership team discuss what they’re excited about in the year ahead. They talk about encouraging the spirit of collaboration among sites, and the appeal of a hybrid approach to trials. They also delve into the future of personalized medicine and the post-COVID landscape for conferences. Sounds like 2022 will be a bumper year!"I'm interested to see how we define what a hybrid model is. It seems to be emerging as the preferred choice, so that things do not operate in the traditional way or...2022-01-0712 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWomen in Leadership Series - Hillary TheakstonWe speak with Hillary Theakston, Executive Director of The Clearity Foundation. Hillary talks about her career motivations and reflects on the impact of her mentors. She also describes The Clearity Foundation and its role in guiding women with ovarian cancer to better clinical outcomes."What I hope to see is that women don't have that hesitation of, 'I'm not ready,' but are more confident or more willing to step into roles that may feel like a stretch, but that they can develop into."2021-12-2811 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsLess Is More. Unless We’re Talking About Physicians in Clinical Trials - Gary HughesWe talk with Teckro CEO and Co-Founder Gary Hughes about his vision to engage every physician in clinical research, the 10 core principles that inspired Teckro's emphatic approach to platform design, and where he thinks the future lies for clinical trial technology.Gary explains why aiming for 10% better, faster or cheaper clinical trials is not the way forward, and the three core issues that need to be addressed to make any real impact on outcomes.“To support bringing new medicines to parts of the world where research wouldn’t traditionally be conducted is hugely rewarding in itse...2021-12-2315 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHow Teckro Unlocks Site Engagement for More Efficient Clinical Trials - Andrea ParishWe talked with Andrea Parish about her latest blog How Teckro Unlocks Site Engagement for More Efficient Clinical Trials. In this podcast, she explains why real-time communication is a game-changer for clinical trials and some tips for how sponsors can keep their sites happy. “With site engagement it’s all about targeted communication to specific roles within a clinical trial. What we know is that’s what makes site engagement successful.”2021-12-2112 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsGiving Sites a Seat at the Table - Silvina BaudinoSilvina Baudino, Teckro’s director of site strategy, returns to the podcast to update us on her vital work with sites, gaining key feedback on how they are using technology and their main pain points. Silvina touches on the differing needs of sites, collaborations with clinical research organizations and how sites are finally getting a seat at the table.“We want to keep a channel of communication open with sites. Hear what they have to say and get feedback and input to make sure we are taking into account their voice."2021-12-1709 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsA Bright Future. How Sites Are Finally Finding Their Voice - Chelsea McCabeThis week, healthcare project manager Chelsea McCabe joins the Totally Clinical podcast to discuss the specific challenges of Phase I oncology trials for sites. From managing sponsor expectations, keeping on top of amendments, and remembering dozens of portal passwords, she gives us an insider view of research site challenges. Chelsea also explains why she’s optimistic for the future of oncology trials and the role of site staff in the protocol development process.“We’re starting to have a voice. That is a very exciting thing to happen. Now sites are part of the protocol develo...2021-12-1421 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWomen in Leadership Series - Elisabeth BaughWe speak with Ovarian Cancer Canada CEO Elisabeth Baugh about what the future holds for women in leadership, how to tackle the gender gap at the top, and her work with AboutFace to enhance the emotional and mental well-being of individuals with facial differences."I'd love to see really confirmation that there's equal pay for work of equal value across all sectors, and I think more professional development opportunities that will lead to greater gender parity and diversity in leadership."2021-12-0909 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsA Balancing Act. Why We All “Prosper” from Gender Balance in Clinical Trials - Brendan BuckleyThis week, Teckro’s Chief Medical Officer Brendan Buckley joins us to discuss learnings from the Prosper clinical trial of the 1990s. Radical for the time, the trial – which looked at the effect of statins on a patient population over 70 years of age – was balanced so the number of women in the trial represented the number of women in the population in that age group.Brendan, principal investigator of the Prosper study, reflects on the unique, decentralized nature of the trial as it was run from local physician offices. He also gives tips on how investigators today can “t...2021-12-0613 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsReaching the Tipping Point. Stakeholder Buy-In and the Network Effect - Gary HughesThis week, our CEO Gary Hughes returns to the podcast to reflect on Teckro’s journey from a single product to a platform for content, communication and insights. He explains why building credibility with all clinical trial stakeholders is key to creating trust. And Gary reveals how Teckro is creating its own network effect."It takes a lot of buy-in from all of the stakeholders involved. You can’t just sell to one stakeholder and expect everyone else to buy into it. You’ve got to bring everyone with you."2021-12-0212 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsStrength in Numbers. Site Success through a "Teckro Powered" Community - Silvina BaudinoThis week, Silvina Baudino, director, site strategy at Teckro, discusses the launch of the novel Teckro Powered program.A game-changer when it comes to addressing challenges that are holding sites back from fully embracing modern site practices, Teckro Powered is all about building community and supporting Teckro’s core mission – to have every physician engaged in trials – so sites can thrive and reach their full potential. “When we expand physician participation we expand patient outreach, which is our ultimate goal.”2021-11-3011 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsThe Power of Proximity - Nick BruggemanNick Bruggeman talks us through his intriguing journey from an intern at his father’s clinical research company, to his present-day mission using a data-driven approach to develop treatments for Central Nervous System diseases at CCT Research.“If a patient or a resident is in our study, they could go down the hall and knock on our door and talk to the coordinator. And that was the idea that we had because a lot of times Alzheimer's and dementia research is not accessible to patients.”2021-11-2419 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWhen Blood Runs Dry and Why Donating is Never "in Vein" - Kelly Brown, Conor BryceGiving blood helps save lives. The availability of a reliable, clean blood supply is not something we should take for granted – it relies on the generosity of strangers giving up their time as well as one of their 10 units!Following our World Blood Donor Day blog, the Teckro team share their experiences and motivations. From Conor’s first ever blood donation to Kelly’s third-generation family tradition, we discuss why it is important that these stories are shared. Listen to this podcast to learn more about Kelly and Conor’s top tips for giving blood, needle-n...2021-11-2313 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsNo Woman Left Behind - Frances ReidHundreds of thousands of women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year. With no official screening program and symptoms often spotted late, the burden especially falls on lower to middle-income countries.Frances Reid, program director at the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition joins us on World Gynecologic Oncology Day to discuss the launch of the new adaptation of the Every Woman Study – the first-ever study of its kind looking at lower and middle-income countries.By giving a voice to women internationally, the coalition’s ambitious goal is to close the gap between high and low-income countries and...2021-11-1720 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWhat They Want as Users, What They Need as Sites - Malia LewinOur Global Head of Strategy, Malia Lewin, explains how Teckro lets oncology sites charter the best possible route to trial success by combining what they want as users with what they want as sites. We discuss what sponsors need to prioritize if they want better outcomes for patients and the future of oncology trials."Right now, we're able to navigate the world using real-time information that's in our handheld device. We want to create the same thing for the clinical trial environment so that people are no longer beholden to static information that isn't really serving them."2021-11-1615 min
Cancer ConnectionsSpecial Episode: Clearity's Deb Zajchowski on the Teckro Totally Clinical PodcastClinical trials are critical for advancing more effective treatment options for cancer, and participating in a clinical trial can be one of the most impactful steps a patient can take in the course of their treatment. That's why the team at Clearity works to educate women diagnosed with ovarian cancer about clinical trial availability, enrollment, and participation.Fortunately, many others share this commitment and partner with us to help spread the word and demystify the world of clinical trials. Our friends at Teckro (https://teckro.com) are doing more than demystifying. They're transforming the way clinical trials...2021-11-1316 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsThe Trial Design Spectrum, Vaccines and More - Brendan BuckleyWe talked with Teckro's Dr. Brendan Buckley about his latest blog Mega-Trials vs. Personalized Medicines. In this podcast, we discuss the design and execution of trials at different ends of the spectrum, a new clinical trial he's watching closely, and why you shouldn’t be worried about the COVID-19 vaccine.“What you’re really doing is standing on the shoulders of the developers of these drugs, seeing if one can reach a new disease, and repurposing the drug for the benefit of people with that condition.”2021-11-0518 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsLeaving the Airport Behind Post-Pandemic. A Day in the Life of a CRA - Maria MilasAs COVID-19 grounded flights and changed how clinical trials operated, clinical research associates discovered that their role was rapidly changing in the new digital environment. Teckro’s Maria Milas gives her insights into a "day in the life" as a CRA, both pre and post-pandemic. Maria's journey takes us through airports, bustling Spanish hospitals, offices filled with paper protocols and the hunt for WiFi in coffee shops – all through the lens of the digital transformation of clinical trials.Join us as she describes the principal investigator who went from stressed to relieved after finding her prot...2021-11-0519 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsHow a Chance Reading of a Newspaper Article Saved My Life - Martin LovellOn Men's Health Week, Martin Lovell tells us about his extraordinary journey from prostate cancer diagnosis to recovery and highlights why awareness was key to his survival.Martin is an advocate for Prostate Cancer UK and a champion for men's health awareness. In his own words, he "makes no apologies for nagging" men to regularly get tested and to pay attention for all possible signs and symptoms of prostate cancer.“There are so many things you can do to deal with prostate cancer, but doing nothing isn’t one of them."2021-11-0510 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsReason for Hope: Moving the Needle on Ovarian Cancer Survival Rates - Deborah ZajchowskiFounded 13 years ago, the non-profit Clearity Foundation helps ovarian cancer patients navigate their best treatment options and has made considerable progress with advancements in tumor biomarker testing.Clearity’s Scientific Director Dr. Deborah Zajchowski joins us on the podcast to discuss her role in creating the foundation’s ground-breaking tools, including tumor profiling reports and the clinical trial finder. She also shares why there is hope for the future of ovarian cancer survival rates.“I think that the greatest impact will come from tests to detect ovarian cancer earlier. There are multiple academics and pharma groups...2021-11-0514 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsThere's an App for That! How "Intuitive" Tech Is Helping Site Staff Thrive - Lydia BeaudetteLess is more when it comes to sites, especially considering the list of technology staff are expected to use throughout a clinical trial. From the idea of power users to a bottom-up approach, Lydia Beaudette, manager of growth at LMC Manna Research, discusses her role in implementing new technologies for large site networks against the backdrop of COVID-19 as well as what’s essential evaluating solution partners.“If you can get the right fit from the beginning, it can make for a much smoother process. Any technology that can be used intuitively and require minimal training is idea...2021-11-0514 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsDriven by Mission. Setting the Tone from the Top - Gary HughesA company is only as good as its people. Mission, values and motivation all start from the top, inspiring confidence with employees and creating a strong sense of purpose. Teckro CEO Gary Hughes is our guest on the podcast today to discuss operating for the greater good and what it means to be a mission-driven company in the 21st Century. We also cover keeping distributed teams connected and engaged, why no one should do a job they don’t enjoy, and top tips from Gary on staying focused.This episode coincides with the launch of th...2021-11-0512 min
Totally Clinical: Trial Triumphs & Rad TrendsWelcome to Totally Clinical!Welcome to the Totally Clinical Podcast, brought to you by Teckro! Totally Clinical is a deep dive into the freshest trends, big-time challenges and most excellent triumphs of clinical trials. Join us as we chat with industry experts, trailblazers, thought leaders and the people actually benefiting from clinical research. The Totally Clinical podcast illustrates Teckro’s devotion to the clinical trial industry, for faster more efficient trials that will get drugs to market quicker and, of course, save lives. So tune in, settle back and don’t touch that dial – it’s time to get totally clinical.2021-11-0500 min
The Healthtech PodcastEpisode 33: The Story of Teckro and Innovating Clinical Trials 💊James is joined by Gary Hughes, CEO and co-founder of Teckro. Gary founded Teckro with his brother, Nigel Hughes, and CTO Jacek Skrzypiec. Teckro uses machine learning to help get drugs and treatments to market quicker and more transparently by speeding up clinical trials - they're working with the top 10 pharmaceutical and biotech companies in the world and their platform takes pressure off doctors, nurses and drug developers and ensures treatments get to market quicker. Teckro raised $25million recently in a Series C to bring their total funding to $43 million from top VCs like Founder's Fund and Bill Maris. Thei...2019-07-2558 min