There has been much discussion in the medical community about the imperative to improve equity in clinical trials, but what really helps when it comes to changing patient and provider perceptions? Read More

Being diagnosed with macular degeneration is a shock to most patients, some of whom have no symptoms at the time. The prospect of losing some, or all of your sight can be devastating, and often leads to depression, as patients worry over the potential loss of independence and changes to their lives.  Read More

We’re proud to sponsor the 3rd annual Chief Patient Officer Summit, and to participate in an important conversation about improving equitable representation in clinical trials. With five years of producing digital education focused on trial diversity, we’re pleased to be able to share insights into strategies that can change behaviors and break down barriers to trial enrollment. Read More

“Black women are 71% more likely to die of breast cancer than their White counterparts, so you have to question what is going on here,” she says. “Although there was knowledge in the medical community about inequities, it seemed like the default response was that this was all associated with poverty or lack of insurance, but what I found is that it’s more nuanced than that. There was bias that was contributing to these disparities. Even if a Black woman had adequate insurance and income, she was often not being presented with the standard of care.” Read More

Data collected before and after continuing medical education on the management of familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH) showed that provider knowledge and competence was notable improved after the session. A poster session presented at the 2023 National Lipid Association Scientific Sessions demonstrated that CME that included patient voice enhanced the ability of providers to adapt to the changing HoFH treatment landscape.  Read More

There is a high burden of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the Black, Asian, and Hispanic communities, yet clinicians are often not prepared to care for diverse populations of patients. To Read More

With the growth of biologic agents to treat severe asthma, there is an increased need for shared decision-making between patients and healthcare providers. A poster recently accepted to the 2023 American Thoracic Society conference highlights the value of tethered education (otherwise called aligned education) for this purpose. This involves having a patient program, followed soon after by a provider program where we share insights from the patient program with providers. Read More

Racial and ethnic disparities in clinical research leave many patients at a disadvantage, with lack of access to emerging therapies and lack of assurance that newly approved medications will be safe and effective for them. Read More

We've had a busy first quater here at the Q! Check out all thats been happening in DE&I, new programs, new webinars, and so much more! Read More

Dementia is one of the biggest global health crises of the 21st century, according to leading neurologists. More than 50 million people are living with the disease, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. Roughly 60-80 percent of dementia cases are Alzheimer’s disease. Specialists are raising awareness that neurodegeneration can begin years, and sometimes decades before a person becomes symptomatic. This is one reason early diagnosis is so crucial.  Read More

BOSTON AND CHICAGO, APRIL 19, 2023 – and PlatformQ Health have extended their partnership to deliver cutting-edge digital education to the urology community. Read More

PlatformQ Health is pleased to announce that noted industry leader Seth Gordon has joined the organization in a senior business development and management role, supporting pharmaceutical clients seeking digital solutions to engage and educate healthcare providers and patients online.  Read More