An Australian initiative that uses digital telecommunications to improve access to clinical trials in rural, regional and remote areas and deliver a more diverse pool of study participants for drug and medical device studies in a range of therapeutic areas is making headway.
Medtech Warming Up To Benefits Of Australia’s Teletrials Initiative
The Australian teletrials program has surpassed expectations at its mid-way point and is being used by drug and device sponsors looking to enhance trial participant recruitment and retention by enabling access to rural, regional and remote areas.
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