ECHO Program for Clinical Trialists, Investigators, and Biostatisticians

Our ECHO for clinical trialists, is designed to provide a collaborative platform for healthcare professionals, researchers, and trainees to share knowledge, best practices, and challenges in clinical trial design and conduct. Each session will feature a brief 15-20 minute didactic lecture by an expert, followed by the presentation and discussion of issues submitted by community members. Through these virtual learning sessions, participants gain access to expert guidance, real-time case discussions, and a supportive community that fosters continuous education and networking with peers, as well as lead faculty specializing in biostatistics and clinical trial design.

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The fall sessions will consist of five meetups, held every other Wednesday until early December. The winter sessions will take place from January through June 2025. Each session will feature a brief didactic lecture on a specific topic, followed by case or problem presentations and discussions, concluding with a round of Q&A with faculty mentors.

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Attendance at all sessions is not required, and participants are welcome to register even if they intend to attend only one session.

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Join a Canadian community to enhance your clinical trial design expertise and connect with mentors and peers nationwide.

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Learning Objectives

• Participants will gain the ability to rapidly and effectively design and implement clinical trials, essential for gathering the data needed to adjust therapies for new diseases.

• Participants will learn to adapt to constraints and shortages within the healthcare system.

• Participants will enhance their ability to collaborate with various experts, including medical specialists (physicians, surgeons, nurses, allied health professionals), scientific staff (biostatisticians, scientists, graduate students, epidemiologists), and operational staff (data and study coordinators, regulatory personnel, medical writers).

• Participants will be equipped to conduct high-quality clinical trials, thereby improving their job prospects.

• Participants will develop skills to share knowledge, collaborate effectively, and address challenges in clinical trials.