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SCRS Talks

Society for Clinical Research Sites

SCRS Talks, hosted by the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), is a platform for clinical research industry professionals to hear about valuable information shaping the research industry today. These short interviews will provide new perspectives and insights on pressing topics, current events, and the research community.

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19:32

Cultural Understanding in Clinical Trial Recruitment

SCRS Talks ·

2025/10/27

Sit down with Kate Shaw, Founder and CEO of Innovative Trials, to explore how humanized, bespoke approaches are reshaping patient recruitment and retention in clinical research. Kate breaks down the difference between one-to-one, in-country support and automated recruitment systems, showing how local expertise and cultural understanding can dramatically improve trial outcomes. You’ll also hear how the Patient Support Center and dedicated patient navigators guide participants step by step, ens...

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16:21

Better Trials Through Stronger Site Partnerships

SCRS Talks ·

2025/09/10

Discover how stronger CRO–site partnerships are reshaping clinical trials with Scott Palmese, Executive Director of Site-Focused Solutions at Worldwide Clinical Trials. He shares why listening to sites, reducing burdens, and building trust are game-changers for successful clinical research. Tune in to learn how rethinking these relationships through transparency and communication empowers sites and fuels faster, more successful trials.

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13:09

Smarter Reimbursement to Improve Patient Retention

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2025/08/26

Join Kevin Cooley and Ashley Patil from Scout to explore how innovative technology is transforming the patient reimbursement process in clinical trials. They discuss the most common administrative challenges sites face, and how tools like the Scout Portal are easing the burden on site staff while improving the patient experience. From automated payments and travel coordination to real-time support and multilingual access, this episode highlights the power of combining tech and service. If you...

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17:05

Beyond Compliance: Rethinking Site Training

SCRS Talks ·

2025/08/18

Ready to rethink the role of training in clinical research? Joseph Kim, Chief Strategy Officer at ProofPilot explores why traditional training models often miss the mark and how shifting from compliance-based checkboxes to performance-driven guidance can boost site effectiveness. Drawing insights from the recent SCRS West Conference, Joe shares practical strategies—like just-in-time guidance, sandbox simulations, and scenario-based learning—to transform how sites prepare for and conduct trial...

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21:16

Beyond Recruitment: Building Real Community Trust

SCRS Talks ·

2025/08/11

How can clinical research move beyond one-time community outreach to build lasting relationships that advance health equity? Kristin Tolbert of Jumo Health shares how grassroots partnerships and sustained engagement are reshaping patient participation in trials. Drawing from the recent Health Equity Congress, she discusses why this work is more urgent than ever, offering practical strategies to build trust, measure impact, and ensure community voices are meaningfully included in clinical tria...

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18:57

How to Partner with Your CRA for Best Trial Outcomes

SCRS Talks ·

2025/07/30

Jen Stacy, Director of Clinical Operations at Novotech, shares how building trust and alignment with your CRA from the outset leads to smoother study execution and better results. With a background as a nurse and site coordinator, Jen brings a site-centric perspective to common challenges like delayed payments, protocol deviations, and data quality concerns. Learn actionable best practices that CROs and sites can implement to strengthen collaboration and ensure compliance across the full tria...

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15:18

A New Era in Clinical Trial Budgeting

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2025/07/23

A powerful new partnership is transforming clinical trial budgeting. Join Medidata’s Tina Mincher and NIHR's Laura Bousfield as they dive into the evolution of the UK’s Interactive Costing Tool (iCT) and its integration into Medidata’s Grant Manager platform—unlocking new levels of standardization, transparency, and efficiency. With growing international interest, they discuss global collaborations like the Global Costing Task Force and how this initiative is setting the stage for data-d...

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18:34

Patient-Centered Support for Clinical Trial Success

SCRS Talks ·

2025/07/01

Join Amy Franco, Senior Director of Patient Liaisons at Scout, to explore how prioritizing patient satisfaction can lead to improved clinical trial outcomes. Amy shares Scout’s unique approach to easing the burden on both patients and sites through personalized travel coordination, reimbursements, and around-the-clock support. She highlights how arranging transportation or reimbursing for childcare can make trials more accessible and reduce dropout rates. The conversation also dives int...

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19:31

A Site-Centric Approach to Clinical Research Tech

SCRS Talks ·

2025/05/19

Veeva's VP of Strategy, Bree Burks, reveals the strategic vision behind their groundbreaking free CTMS platform—a bold move designed to democratize technology access for clinical research sites of all sizes. Discover why Veeva prioritizes site success through standardization and simplicity, and how selecting the right technology partnerships can empower sites to scale operations and thrive.

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11:36

Research Fundamentals for New Site Staff

SCRS Talks ·

2025/05/13

Early investment in proper training doesn't just benefit new staff—it strengthens your entire organization and the research ecosystem. SCRS is ready to tackle industry-wide training gaps, transforming research assistants, coordinators, and business teams into confident contributors. Learn how this foundational knowledge accelerates success and helps your team navigate challenges with clarity and purpose. Save your seat today for the hands-on "Back to Basics" workshop at the Global Site Soluti...

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20:33

Putting Sites First: The eSource Revolution

SCRS Talks ·

2025/04/21

Sit down with Rick Ward, Chief Commercial Officer at CRIO, to discuss the emerging concept of central eSource in clinical research. Rick explains how this model, which builds on the traditional eSource framework, can enhance standardization, streamline data collection, and reduce the burden of manual transcription. The conversation highlights the importance of site-driven technology, the flexibility required for real-world implementation, and the need for strong support infrastructure. Explor...

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19:33

Bridging Borders: Enhancing Clinical Research in Europe

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2025/04/14

Clinical research in Europe presents unique challenges, from navigating country-specific regulations to addressing language barriers and patient travel logistics. Scout’s Moisha Platto and Courtney Dodge share how tailored solutions are enhancing clinical trial efficiency across Europe and what this means for sites, sponsors, and patients. Hear strategies for improving patient engagement, streamlining reimbursements, and ensuring compliance with regional regulations.

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27:28

Benchmarking Clinical Research Coordinator Salaries

SCRS Talks ·

2025/03/31

SCRS’s Karri Venn takes a deep dive into the current state of clinical research coordinator salaries with Stacie Merritt, Director at Ascension St. John Clinical Research Institute. We analyze compensation trends, including salary ranges and bonuses, and how organizations can remain competitive in a rapidly evolving job market. Learn how sites of all sizes and types are compensating their workforce and the key factors influencing coordinator pay. Don’t miss this essential conversation packed ...

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8:20

IncluDE: Enabling Research That Reflects All Communities

SCRS Talks ·

2025/03/24

Clinical trials must represent the communities they serve—and the SCRS IncluDE Program is equipping research sites to make that a reality. In this episode, SCRS' Kathy Mickel sits down with Kim Ribeiro, IncluDE Program co-chair, to discuss how sites and industry partners can make trials more accessible to all communities. We tackle the importance of staying focused on the science, cutting through the noise, and having real conversations about what’s working (and what’s not). Tune in to hear w...

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17:32

Improving Patient Adherence in Clinical Trials

SCRS Talks ·

2025/03/17

Megan Gross, Associate Director of Clinical Site Services at AiCure, shares how innovative strategies and AI-driven solutions are shaping the future of patient-centric clinical research. We explore common barriers to medication compliance, the role of trust and engagement, and how AI-powered technology can enhance adherence. Hear practical interventions that sites can implement to support participant adherence, engagement and retention.

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27:23

ICH Revisions: What Sites Need to Know

SCRS Talks ·

2025/03/03

David Vulcano, SCRS Honorary President, breaks down the recent ICH GCP R6 E3 revisions and explores their practical impact on clinical research sites. He discusses key topics such as the decentralization of trials, updated record retention guidelines, and the rising importance of digital health technologies and cybersecurity. David highlights that, although there’s considerable hype and some uncertainties, the new guidelines generally codify existing practices rather than overhaul them. The e...

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16:54

Building Trust and Transparency in Clinical Trials

SCRS Talks ·

2025/02/24

Mike Stratton, President of CSSi, an Elixia company, discusses best practices for building trust and transparency with clinical trial participants. Mike shares the impact of trust-building initiatives and patient-centric communication on retention, medication adherence, and overall trial success. Tune in to hear how CSSi is reshaping patient engagement—ensuring participants feel valued, informed, and supported every step of the way.

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19:36

Strengthening Global Research: Insights from TSTrials

SCRS Talks ·

2025/02/18

Rani Khetarpal, Executive Lead at TSTrials, discusses their recent collaboration with SCRS as a Global Impact Partner. TSTrials, a South American site management organization, specializes in infectious disease, oncology, and rare disease trials. Rani highlights their success in patient retention through innovative navigation programs and their vision to position South America as a key destination for global clinical trials.

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9:09

Site Voice Champion Dr. Bill Smith

SCRS Talks ·

2025/02/11

Dr. William (Bill) Smith, CEO of Alliance for Multispecialty Research (AMR) and the 2024 Christine K. Pierre Site Impact Award winner, unpacks the industry's biggest challenges—from investigator shortages to study oversaturation—and why site advocacy is more critical than ever. With over 40 years in clinical trials, he reflects on SCRS Founder Christine K. Pierre’s lasting legacy and how he continues to amplify the site voice in research.

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17:36

Committed to Sites: Behind Merck's Eagle Award Win

SCRS Talks ·

2025/01/30

Adam Kinsey, Associate VP of Clinical Operations at Merck, shares the site-focused initiatives that earned Merck the Eagle Award for three years in a row. Discover how Merck stands out through transparency, site support, and initiatives like streamlined site payments and protocol simplification. Tune in for insights on how industry partners can adopt similar strategies to improve site partnerships and clinical trial success.

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