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Skipta and Continuum Clinical Partner to Launch the Center for Observational Research
Continuum Clinical and Skipta are proud to announce the launch of the
Center for Observational Research, connecting physicians and
available "real world" research opportunities within a private and
secure digital environment.
Skipta is the leading social network of specialized online medical
communities. Continuum Clinical is a recognized leader in the design and
implementation of observational studies and registries. Together, the
two companies are harnessing the power of crowdsourcing for research
sponsors seeking non-interventional study participants outside the usual
academic/clinical trial investigative sites.
John Ciccio, President of Skipta states, "Skipta is thrilled to be
working with Continuum Clinical, furthering our mission to support the
professional, education and economic development of our members by
bringing to them the latest study opportunities directly within their
Skipta community. The Center for Observational Research adds another
dimension to the type of content we offer members, and we know it's
content that they want. We recently conducted a survey among more than
700 primary care physicians, urologists, cardiologists, psychiatrists
and pediatricians, and found that 80% of respondents were 'extremely
interested' in receiving more information about observational studies."
"Observational research generates vital clinical and economic evidence
from real world medical practice, but first, research sponsors must
identify and engage the physicians whose patients live with the
diseases, and experience the treatments our clients wish to stud," said
Jeff Trotter, president of Continuum Clinical. "With Skipta's access to
hundreds of thousands of verified healthcare professionals --- already
organized by medical specialty, and actively engaged on the web and on
mobile devices --- and our expertise in designing and implementing
observational studies and registries, the Center for Observational
Research marks the beginning of an exciting new era in this field.
"Continuum will have exclusive access to Skipta's verified members who
have already expressed a strong interest in real world studies, thereby
expediting the process of identifying and enrolling physicians and their
patients into prospective observational research initiatives. The Center
will serve as a direct and cost-effective response to operational
challenges our clients have often expressed in accelerating the pace of
observational studies and registries."
The Center for Observational Research has initiated activity with
observational study opportunities in a variety of therapeutic areas
including immunology, oncology, dermatology and gastroenterology, and is
available to accommodate new listings from research sponsors and CROs.
About Skipta
Skipta is the leading social network of specialized online medical
communities for verified healthcare professionals. Skipta's growing
network of more than 30 specialized online medical communities enables
healthcare professionals to communicate, consult and exchange
information within private and secure platforms per physician specialty,
healthcare profession or disease state. Skipta supports the medical
advancement of its members by offering a range of collaborative peer
based services that aid quality of care and contribute to improved
patient outcomes. Skipta's network provides trusted forums and a range
of tools for the life sciences industry to engage with healthcare
professionals. For more information, please visit skipta.com.
About Continuum Clinical
Continuum Clinical is a global healthcare research and communications
company. With over thirty years of experience, Continuum Clinical brings
together a unique blend of world-class experience in key disciplines,
including strategic patient outreach communications, observational
research and registries, study site optimization, advocacy relations,
and health economics and outcomes research. Continuum Clinical provides
a unique blend of resources and perspectives, proven expertise, and
innovative solutions throughout the entire continuum of a product's
lifecycle - from pre-launch into the real world. Headquartered in the
US, Continuum Clinical has staff in Europe and an expanded worldwide
network of resources. For more information, please visit
continuumclinical.com.
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