Rescue Studies: Get Patient Recruitment Back On Track With AutoCruitment

By Anna Zorawski, Vice President of Clinical Solutions and Strategic Accounts

A rescue study occurs when a clinical trial’s enrollment goals fall dangerously behind schedule, threatening both timelines and budgets. At this critical point, AutoCruitment can step in to rapidly boost recruitment. Unlike traditional, site-bound methods that depend on overburdened staff or limited patient databases, AutoCruitment uses direct-to-patient digital recruitment to quickly identify and qualify participants beyond the small percentage accessible to sites. Within as little as five business days, AutoCruitment can launch a tailored campaign optimized through its real-time portal for constant visibility and rapid adjustments.

The approach focuses on quality over volume: in-depth online questionnaires, phone screenings, and EMR use ensure only highly qualified referrals reach sites. This efficiency not only lightens the site staff's workload but also improves retention, as digitally recruited patients often show stronger engagement. By converting urgent recruitment challenges into successful enrollment outcomes, AutoCruitment helps sponsors protect trial integrity and bring therapies to patients faster.