Clinical Monitoring

Our skilled and well-trained clinical research associates (CRAs) ensure the highest quality review of data and effective interaction with study sites. Our CRAs conduct on-site monitoring visits throughout the study to:

• Oversee data collection
• Review source documentation and case report forms
• Ensure regulatory compliance
• Resolve data queries
• Conduct interim analyses as requested by clients 

Clinical Research Associates (CRAs)

PPD is dedicated to employing and retaining top-notch CRAs who:

• Are required to successfully complete a residential U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-accredited foundation program
• Have demonstrated site monitoring proficiency to PPD management before being allocated to a study
• Are typically dedicated to one protocol at a time to maintain quality
• In Europe and Asia, are assigned to monitor sites in their home countries, providing understanding of local languages, regulations, customs and business practices