You’re invited!
Clinical Research Symposium: Global Trends & Issues in Clinical Research – Think Global, Act Local co-hosted by VCH Research Institute (VCHRI) & BC Clinical Research Infrastructure Network (BCCRIN).
VCH Research Institute and BCCRIN are hosting the 4th annual Clinical Research Symposium on April 23rd – bringing together clinical research professionals from across the Lower Mainland health authorities. The focus of this year’s event is on the importance of quality in clinical research and the role of research in BC – nationally and internationally.
Of particular significance to VCHRI clinical research professionals is the launch of the VCHRI Clinical Research Audit and Inspection Preparedness Program (AIPP). Jean Smart’s “Be Prepared!” presentation will address this new program and approaches to study quality and compliance – educating researchers on what to expect when audited and how best to ensure good outcomes from the process. Specifics will include audit readiness and how to manage the audit process from start to finish.
Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Time: 8:30am – 4:15pm, lunch and refreshments provided
Location: The Cordula and Günter Paetzold Health Education Centre, Vancouver General Hospital, 899 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC
Fees: $25 Academic or Government; $50 Industry or Private
Online Registration:http://www.vchri.ca/vchri-bccrin-clinical-research-symposium
Registration deadline: Monday, April 15, 2013
Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance for continuing education/professional development purposes.
Speaker Highlights:
- Jack Corman, President, IRB Services
The Senate Report on Clinical Trials: Analysis and Critique. The present and future of clinical trials in Canada.
- Perry Poole, Director North America- Country Clinical Operations, Head, Affiliate Process, Training and Systems (APTS) Roche/Genentech
Global Developments in Clinical Research – Implications for Canada
- Dr. Anne Junker, MD, FRCP(C) Associate Professor, Pediatrics
BCCRIN Quality Committee – Update on Current Initiatives
- Jean Smart, RAP, Smart QA Services
“Be Prepared!” Introduction to the VCHRI & BCCRIN Audit and Inspection Preparedness Program (AIPP)
For more information, visit http://www.vchri.ca/node/3245.