Patient Engagement Practices in Clinical Research among Patient Groups, Industry, and Academia in the United States: A Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Patient-centered clinical trial design and execution is becoming increasingly important. No best practice guidelines exist despite a key stakeholder declaration to create more effective engagement models. This study aims to gain a better understanding of attitudes and practices for engaging patient groups so that actionable recommendations may be developed.

Methods

Individuals from industry, academic institutions, and patient groups were identified through Clinical Trials Transformation Initiative and Drug Information Association rosters and mailing lists. Objectives, practices, and perceived barriers related to engaging patient groups in the planning, conduct, and interpretation of clinical trials were reported in an online survey. Descriptive and inferential stat

SUBMITTER: Smith SK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4605726 | biostudies-literature | 2015

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature