DEI Special Edition Spring / Summer 2024
• Building Trust: Establishing trust between researchers and un- derrepresented populations is crucial for increasing diversity in clinical trials. This can be achieved through community engage- ment, culturally sensitive recruitment methods, and transparent communication. • Educating Healthcare Professionals: Increasing awareness among healthcare professionals about the importance of diverse participation in clinical trials can help them better inform and en- courage their patients to participate.
CLOSING THOUGHTS: “ Nothing changes if nothing changes. ”
In the search for medical breakthroughs, the need for diverse participation in clinical trials cannot be overstated.
IT IS NOT MERELY AN ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITY; IT IS A SCIENTIFIC NECESSITY.
Let ’ s use the lessons learned from past oversight to propel us forward, inspir- ing a recalibration of research practices to align with the diverse fabric of our society. The call for inclusivity is not a challenge to be met begrudgingly (unwillingly) but an opportunity to unlock the full potential of medical ad- vancements, where the benefits of scientific progress are shared equitably across our diverse world. The time has come to acknowledge and implement that a more inclusive ap- proach to clinical trials is a scientific necessity and the cornerstone of a healthier, more equitable future.
Arati “Arti” Bhosale (Dr. B); BDS, MPH Co - founder Sieve Health Dentist | Clinical Researcher | Author | Speaker
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Dr. B is an experienced healthcare/clinical research executive with passion & proven ability to successfully implement innovative ideas which strategically ad- dress critical issues at root cause level in a complex ecosystem for robust & long - term success. She is passionate about building & fostering diverse teams to exe- cute strategic solutions and meet the evolving demands of a dynamic ecosystem.
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