Discussion Group: Conducting clinical trials of medical devices and medicines in the UK Versus overseas
Determining where to conduct your clinical trials is getting more and more difficult as regulatory processes grow and numerous changes are implemented throughout the world. What determines your decision, the market? Speed? cost? patient recruitment? Or something else? What are the barriers where is the ideal location?
This discussion group is aimed at understanding why some countries are easier than others. It also addresses the initiatives already introduced and being introduced in the UK to make it a more attractive place to do research.
• What does the UK have to offer
• How does the UK compare with other countries
• Is the UK in a strong position to compete
• What are the processes in place in the UK, how do they compare with other countries
• Where are the clinical trials being conducted
• Are the issue the same for devices as they are for medicines