Using teletrials for research
Teletrial is a proven model for conducting clinical trials by connecting regional, rural and remote clinical trial sites to a primary site. The primary site supports local sites in building capacity and capability, promoting equitable health access and may lead to local sites becoming primary sites in the future. Teletrials involve numerous medical staff and researchers from various hospitals and health services in different locations. They use digital telecommunication to work as one team and conduct clinical trials closer to where patients live.
Listen to an interview about teletrials with Queensland Health's Professor Sabe Sabesan on ABC Health Report with Dr Norman Swan.
This case study demonstrates how teletrials can improve access to clinical trials for people living in regional communities, allowing participants to receive trial-related care closer to home.
A milestone for health equity in Roma Queensland - Australian Teletrial Program
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Teletrial site requirements
Information for sponsors and sites to help them set up and manage a teletrial.
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Setting up a teletrial
Teletrials can help sponsors reach a broader and more geographically diverse participant population, including people living in rural, regional and remote communities.