Date of Award

Spring 4-30-2024

Embargo Period

5-2-2024

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Health Administration

College

College of Health Professions

First Advisor

Jillian Harvey

Second Advisor

Daniel Brinton

Third Advisor

Kesley Tyson

Abstract

Purpose: Telehealth implementation in clinical trials is not as well developed as compared to telehealth utilization in other areas of medical care. The focus of this project will explore the factors that foster and hinder the effective use of telehealth in clinical trials and how these insights can inform future strategies and policies.

Method: The project synthesizes empirical research and theoretical literature on the integration of telehealth into clinical trial. The research utilizes an online survey via REDCap to gauge the level of acceptance, perceived effectiveness, and potential barriers to the implementation of telehealth in clinical research.

Results: The responses of 25 professional participants highlight the optimistic perspective on the contribution of telehealth to clinical research and acknowledge the obstacles and opportunities that arise from the integration of artificial intelligence. The results provide insights into the factors that foster and hinder telehealth implementation for future expansion.

Conclusion: The project supported the expanded use of telehealth in clinical research to improve participant accessibility, diversity and recruitment, cost reductions, an increase efficiency. The policy implications include standardizing state licensure requirements and consistency in Investigational Review Boards (IRBs). Future research is recommended with larger sample sizes across a larger national or international region.

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