CRO Appoints MediciGlobal for Patient Recruitment Services

MediciGlobal’s expertise and award winning team lend support to a Major Depressive Disorder clinical trial

King of Prussia, PA, December 18, 2008 – A major clinical research organization (CRO) worldwide, selected MediciGlobal, a leading specialty patient recruitment-retention firm, for the development of patient specific materials, for a Major Depressive Disorder clinical trial.

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) also known as severe depression affects close to 15 million Americans. MediciGlobal is working with the CRO and its clinical project team, to develop comprehensive tools designed to assist research centers communicate the study to patients and their families.

With an expedited development timeline, MediciGlobal delivered the patient materials within the agreed upon timeframe, and together, both companies are collaborating to closely monitor the progress of recruitment and the use of the materials.

“Major Depressive Disorder is a devastating disease,” said Liz Moench, CEO of MediciGlobal.  “We are pleased to be working with the team and supporting the research centers to ensure that study staff has the best tools possible to connect with MDD patients and their families and advocates to make the recruitment process a successful one.”

Since the conduct of MDD studies often involves familial support and or a coach, it is important that the patient’s supporters are also connected with the study, and understand its requirements related to time and commitment.  “Materials with information that informs and guides patients as well as their supporters are important for recruitment and retention” says Moench.  “In fact, effectively designed materials can account for 30% of patient and family response, and garners the commitment of study staff.”

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About MediciGlobal
MediciGlobal based in the U.S. and U.K., is a specialty patient recruitment - retention company, developing programmes for clinical trials of all sizes in countries around the globe. MediciGlobal's expertise in patient recruitment and retention ensures that biopharmaceutical and life sciences companies meet their clinical study timelines. MediciGlobal is one of few companies focused solely on patient recruitment and retention for nearly two decades. www.mediciglobal.com

For further information contact:
Ann Armillei
+1 484-674-6835
aarmillei@MediciGlobal.com