Enhance Your Clinical Trial Patient Recruitment Efforts with TrialX Clinical Trial Finders

Recruiting participants for clinical trials remains a significant challenge for sponsors. They often face inefficiencies that cause delays or trial failures, with up to 86% of trials experiencing recruitment difficulties. These delays incur millions of dollars in daily costs, jeopardize trial success, and hinder the inclusion of diverse populations, ultimately reducing the generalizability of findings.

For patients, the process can be equally daunting. Many trials fail to align with their specific needs or offer clear, patient-centered information. Limited awareness of clinical trials as a treatment option, combined with the complexity of trial details, creates additional barriers to participation.

Introducing TrialX Clinical Trial Finder

The TrialX Clinical Trial Finder is designed to overcome challenges in patient recruitment by streamlining the search process for participation in clinical trials. Leveraging advanced AI technology, the tool transforms complex trial details into clear, concise language, making them understandable for a broader audience. Inspired by the award-winning Dory platform which serves as the foundation for TrialX’s advanced clinical trial finders, the tool ensures a seamless and patient-friendly search experience. Here we outline how the TrialX Clinical Trial Finder helps overcome some common challenges in patient recruitment.

Key Features Of The TrialX Clinical Trial Finder

Challenge 1: Complex and overwhelming clinical trial search processes

Many people find it overwhelming to navigate hundreds of clinical trials, interpret complex medical jargon, and identify the ones that are most relevant to them.

Solution: Centralized and simplified search platform

TrialX Clinical Trial Finder simplifies the search process by allowing patients to filter trials based on keyword input, location, study type, and phase. Using intuitive filters and clear categorization, the platform empowers patients and caregivers to navigate the process easily.

Challenge 2:  Lack of understanding of clinical trials and hesitation to participate

Many patients and caregivers are unwilling to participate because they lack the awareness of what clinical trials are, the benefits of engaging in them, and how one gets involved.

Solution: Guided search 

The guided search option provides a step-by-step overview of clinical trials—what they are, the benefits of participation, and what patients can expect. The “Clinical Trial Primer” link helps participants learn more about the risks and benefits of each study, helping eliminate uncertainty and build trust in the process.

Challenge 3: Limited accessibility and customization

Each participant is unique, and a one-size-fits-all approach fails to address individuals’ diverse interests and needs.

Solution: Personalized search options

Personalized search options enable individuals to filter trials based on criteria such as location, keywords, phase, or study type. By focusing on specific health conditions or personal preferences, these options enhance accessibility and engagement for patients.

Challenge 4: Poor communication between participants and the study team 

Connecting with the study team can be complex and frustrating, even if participants identify the right trial to join.

Solution: Easy connect feature

The TrialX Clinical Trial Finder streamlines communication with clinical trial coordinators or study sites by offering “Call Now” and “Send Email” buttons, along with pre-written email templates. These features remove barriers like difficulty contacting the right person or uncertainty about how to get in touch, making it easier for potential participants to move forward with enrollment.

Challenge 5: Difficulty retaining interest in future studies

A lack of ongoing engagement often causes many patients to miss out on valuable trial opportunities.

Solution: Volunteer registry for ongoing engagement

The Volunteer Registry notifies the patients of future studies by allowing them to register for information on the latest clinical trials. This feature maintains the patient’s interest without constantly having to search clinical trials independently.

Challenge 6: Lack of trust or fear of participation in clinical trials

Many patients hesitate to get involved in clinical trials due to concerns about safety, confidentiality, and distrust in the process.

Solution: Transparency and trust-building features

The Clinical Trial Finder addresses these concerns by offering clear information about the study’s sponsor, its purpose, duration, and safety protocols. It also details how participant data will be used and protected, fostering trust and confidence in the trial process.

Challenge 7: Misalignment between clinical trial eligibility criteria and participant qualifications

A common challenge in clinical trial enrollment is the mismatch between trial eligibility criteria and the medical conditions or demographic profiles of potential participants, leading to difficulties in finding suitable candidates.

Solution: Advanced eligibility matching

The TrialX Clinical Trial Finder features a smart eligibility matching system that asks patients a few simple questions about their conditions and preferences. Based on their responses, it filters trials according to inclusion/exclusion criteria, saving time and eliminating the frustration of sifting through irrelevant studies.

Simplifying Clinical Trial Recruitment With TrialX

TrialX is committed to making clinical trials more accessible and impactful through meaningful collaborations and innovative tools. We have partnered with renowned organizations such as the Michael J. Fox Foundation, the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, and the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America to support their efforts in connecting patients to relevant clinical trials. One of our recent partnerships includes powering Let’s Win Pancreatic Cancer’s global Clinical Trial Finder. This AI-driven tool provides personalized trial matches with bilingual support, ensuring greater accessibility for the global pancreatic cancer community.

In addition, TrialX proudly supports the Reflections initiative, which focuses on promoting diversity in clinical trials through grassroots awareness and artistic expression. At the #ReflectionsAtlanta event, we engaged with potential clinical trial participants and simplified trial navigation using our AI-powered tools and resources on bereflected.org. These collaborations are vital in ensuring patients can access clinical trials tailored to their unique conditions while addressing critical gaps in recruitment and engagement.

With TrialX’s Clinical Trial Finder, patient advocacy groups, academic medical centers, and sponsors can offer a user-friendly platform that empowers patients to discover and participate in clinical trials tailored to their healthcare needs. This innovative tool not only enhances patient engagement but also streamlines the process of patient recruitment, bridging the gap between patients and life-changing clinical trial opportunities.

To learn more about TrialX Clinical Trial Finders, reach out to us for a demo.