Innovation During A Pandemic: New Services Allow Clinical Trial Continuity
Clinical trials represent a significant investment of time and resources, and for many patients, they represent the hope for new medical advancements and treatments. The COVID-19 pandemic has halted a number of services that are generally necessary in order to facilitate clinical trials, as well as patient care and transport during trials. However, in some […]
Colpitts and Partners Take on COVID-19
In the travel industry, there are always new challenges to address. COVID-19 may be the biggest we have faced, but together with our partners, we are taking on the challenge. Many of our vendor partners were quick to implement strategies to help protect our clinical patients while ensuring they receive the care they need. Our […]
Pack your patience
We work hard throughout the year and dream of that vacation – maybe to a fun-filled theme park or a picturesque cruise. We get our luggage ready and start packing, making sure everything “still” fits and we have everything we need, even down to the sunscreen. You’re prepared and eager to get to your destination, […]
Lost Prepaid Expense Card? Keep Calm and Carry On
Reloadable credit cards have changed the game when it comes to billing and patient reimbursement for clinical trial expenses. The cards have made it easier than ever for patients to manage their expenses, and for coordinators and sponsors to manage their budgets. Naturally, patients have concerns about how they would pay for expenses if anything […]
Hotel or Apartment: How to Choose
Depending on where you live, you may be lucky enough to have clinical trials available nearby. Many patients might only live a few hours from their site, while others are halfway across the country, or even across the world. Some trial visits are just for a few short days, while other visits and appointments can […]
Clinical Breakthroughs and Patient Praise at MassBio’s Annual Patient Advocacy Day
Oh, how enjoyable it was to attend the MassBio’s Patient Advocacy Summit 2019. For those of you who are not familiar, patient advocacy is an area of health care focused on advocacy for patients, caregivers and survivors who collectively aim to influence decisions, using various channels, to improve every aspect of care. This year’s summit […]
Medical Visas for Clinical Trial Travel: What Patients Should Know
The U.S. and many other countries have various types and requirements when it comes to visas for international visitors. The type of visa required often depends on the nature of travel – whether it is for business, tourism, or if it’s related to medical care. The Visa Waiver Program (VWP), also referred to as Electronic […]
Адмоўцеся ад таксі, пацыенты будуць вам удзячныя
Many of us take for granted the ability to quickly grab a taxi or ride share from the airport to our final destination. Apps have made it easier than ever to coordinate that short, last leg of many of our trips. However, it’s not quite so simple for some travelers. At Colpitts we frequently hear […]
Колпітс выходзіць за межы падарожжаў
Colpitts has become a recognized name in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries as a specialist in clinical trial travel. Many sponsors and site coordinators – over 700 of them – have worked with us to coordinate travel logistics ranging from standard airfare to air ambulance transport and long-term, accessible housing accommodations. However, many people are […]
Калі клінічнае становіцца асабістым
In terms of building interpersonal relationships with patients, travel coordination for clinical trials may sound like it’s a pretty hands-off job. One might assume that our clinical coordinators have little correspondence with trial patients outside of determining necessary logistics. The truth is that in many cases we get to know these patients well, and through […]