Pragmatic Clinical Trials: What Hospitals and IRBs Need to Know

An overview of PCTs, their ethical complexities, best practices, and institutional considerations.

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About this Webinar

Pragmatic Clinical Trials (PCTs) challenge traditional research ethics by intentionally integrating research and clinical care, prompting unique ethical and regulatory considerations. This webinar explores the distinct ethical paradigm governing PCTs compared to conventional clinical research, rooted in foundational principles like those outlined in the Belmont Report and Common Rule. The webinar also examines key issues including informed consent, data and safety monitoring, and data sharing, as well as institutional factors impacting PCT implementation. The webinar is designed for clinical and regulatory professionals seeking to balance ethical standards with the practicalities of achieving meaningful, real-world outcomes through clinical research.

Webinar Demo:

Release Date: August 19, 2025

Language Availability: English

Suggested Audiences: Compliance Professionals, Faculty, IBC Administrators, Postdocs, Research Administrators, Students

Organizational Subscription Price: Included as part of an annual subscription to our All Access Webinar Package
Independent Learner Price: $49 per person


Webinar Content

Pragmatic Clinical Trials: What Hospitals and IRBs Need to Know

Presented by: Stephanie Morain, PhD, MPH - Johns Hopkins University; Challace Pahlevan-Ibrekic, MBE, CIP - Northwell Health 

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the ethical complexities of Pragmatic Clinical Trials (PCTs) resulting from deliberately integrating research and clinical care.
  • Analyze ethical and regulatory challenges presented by PCTs .
  • Evaluate best practices for data and safety monitoring and data sharing, considering patient privacy, research transparency, and ethical data use.
  • Discuss institutional considerations and strategies for effectively implementing and supporting PCTs.

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ID (Language): 21697 (English)


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