Clinical research in the 21st century is no less important than it was in the last century, but changes in how studies are conducted and regulated have made the business much more difficult, an expert says.
Clinical trial investigators and professionals who hope to survive the regulatory and other burdens inherent in today's clinical research (CR) industry might take some tips from successful sites.
Health care system administrators sometimes believe the investment in clinical trials may not be worth its benefits.
Research billing might continue to pose challenges for hospital research centers, but there are specific steps they can take to ensure accuracy and compliance with all regulations.
Policy is in place at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle that translates The Joint Commission Standard PC.6.10 into a statement about assessing the learning needs of patients and families, as well as tailoring education to their specific care, treatment and services.
Teaching patients about pain management is an important part of their education, yet many institutions have trouble meeting this education standard required by The Joint Commission in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.
By using a combination of education and case management, Molina Healthcare of Michigan has decreased the number of members who frequently visit the emergency department with primary care issues.
Ambulatory surgery patients may be particularly susceptible to falls, surgery experts warn.
A newly diagnosed diabetic, we'll call him Mr. Smith, called in to Capital District Physicians' Health Plan Health Coach Connection because his doctor had told him he needed to undergo gastric bypass surgery if he was going to live another 10 years.
