In a separate presentation, Krissa Caroff, MS, CPC, program manager of the Partnered Research Program, said it had quickened the process of implementing clinical trials by tackling roadblocks such as the need for multiple master agreements to be signed. Central coordination has been key, she said, “and we are working closely to ensure that we when have a multisite trial, all the VA sites are utilizing the same single IRB [institutional review board]. We’ve also identified the critical information that we need to collect from industry in order for us to evaluate a trial.”
What’s next? “We really are going to be focusing on oncology trials,” Ramoni insisted. “This is a high priority for us.” She added: “Please share your feedback and experiences with us. And also please communicate amongst your colleagues within your organization to explain how we’re standardizing things within VA.”
The speakers reported no relevant disclosures.
