The University of Colorado Comprehensive Cancer Center (CU Cancer Center) and Flatiron Health Partner to Streamline Clinical Trials
CU Cancer Center has joined forces with Flatiron Health to revolutionize the way clinical trials are conducted. By implementing Flatiron Clinical Pipe, the partnership aims to reduce administrative burdens on researchers and make the process more efficient.
Efficient Data Transfer
Flatiron Clinical Pipe seamlessly transfers data from electronic health records (EHRs) to electronic data capture (EDC) systems, eliminating the need for manual data entry. This technology is currently being used at over 85 academic medical centers and community oncology sites, spanning more than 300 locations.
Accelerating Research Timelines
One of the most time-consuming aspects of clinical trials is entering massive amounts of data by hand. With Clinical Pipe, data is transferred directly from the EHR to trial databases, significantly reducing the time and effort required for this task. According to Flatiron Health’s Head of Research Network, Emily Akin, Clinical Pipe can help streamline data management, reduce the burden on clinical trial site teams, and accelerate study timelines.
Enhanced Efficiency and Patient Care
The recent publication of the first peer-reviewed paper on a commercially available EHR-to-EDC system demonstrated the remarkable efficiency of Clinical Pipe. Researchers using this technology completed case report forms in an average of just 37 seconds, compared to the 30 seconds per data point typically required for manual data entry. This increased efficiency allows providers to spend more meaningful time with patients, enhancing the overall care experience for trial participants.
Improved Access to Clinical Trials
By automating data entry and reducing errors, Clinical Pipe enables research sites like CU Cancer Center and UCHealth to conduct more trials with greater ease. This not only speeds up trial completion but also makes new treatments available to patients sooner. The technology meets strict security requirements and complies with HIPAA and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations to ensure the privacy and protection of sensitive patient data.
Expanding Research Opportunities
One of the biggest challenges in clinical research is making trials more accessible to patients. Clinical Pipe is designed to reduce administrative barriers, allowing institutions to conduct more studies and expand research opportunities. This collaboration between CU Cancer Center and Flatiron Health aims to broaden patient access to research opportunities and make clinical trials more accessible.
