Virtual Vs Traditional Trial Sites: How Can They Work Together?

Adam Samson, Sr. Director of Clinical Operations & Customer Success, offers insight on the intersection of traditional and virtual sites in decentralized clinical trials.

In order to understand the nuances of virtual (i.e. remote-based) and traditional (i.e. brick-and-mortar) trial sites, we need to first understand decentralized clinical trials (DCTs). The exact definition of decentralized clinical trials varies, but essentially boils down to this: DCTs move research into patients’ homes and real-world medical settings through the use of technology and local healthcare providers.