Clinical trials rarely fail overnight, but when recruitment slows, timelines slip and budgets tighten, recovery becomes increasingly complex. This webinar will provide practical, actionable strategies to help teams identify underperformance early and implement effective rescue approaches to restore momentum, improve recruitment and get studies back on track.
Clinical trial rescue is no longer a last resort; it is a critical capability for sponsors and CROs aiming to deliver results in an increasingly competitive and resource-constrained environment. In this session, industry experts will explore how to diagnose the root causes of trial delays, from feasibility gaps and protocol design challenges to site performance and patient access issues.
The featured speakers will share proven strategies to accelerate patient enrollment, including data-driven feasibility reassessment, patient-centric approaches and optimized site activation.
They will also discuss how operational excellence, agile resource deployment and streamlined regulatory alignment can significantly improve study recovery outcomes without compromising quality.
In addition, the webinar will highlight the importance of strategic location and network planning, including how expanding into high-performing regions and leveraging pan-European capabilities can accelerate timelines and enhance efficiency. Attendees will gain insights into effective stakeholder collaboration, budget optimization and the role of the right CRO partner in executing successful rescue study strategies.
Real-world examples and lessons learned will provide practical guidance that can be applied immediately to ongoing or at-risk studies.
Register for this webinar to learn how to fix recruitment challenges, recover timelines and successfully rescue underperforming clinical trials.
Speakers
Igor Bogdanoski, Feasibility Manager, Comac Medical
Igor Bogdanoski is a Feasibility Manager at Comac Medical with over 10 years of experience in the clinical trials industry. He specializes in strategic site selection and feasibility assessments, ensuring studies align with operational goals and patient recruitment requirements. Igor collaborates closely with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate site capabilities and develop data-driven strategies that enhance trial performance, mitigate risks and optimize resource allocation. His expertise includes multi-regional study planning, with a focus on improving efficiency, accelerating delivery timelines and supporting clinical trial rescue initiatives. Igor is committed to delivering high-quality, effective clinical trial execution.
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Christopher Schlebusch, Global Head of Project Management & Clinical Monitoring, Comac Medical
Christopher Schlebusch is the Global Head of Project Management and Clinical Monitoring at Comac Medical, bringing over 20 years of international clinical trial leadership experience. He has held senior roles at leading CROs, including PPD, PRA Health Sciences and Syneos Health, where he led global teams and complex, multi-regional studies. Christopher is recognized for driving operational excellence through data-driven strategies, scalable processes and innovative technologies. At Comac Medical, he focuses on strengthening project management capabilities and optimizing clinical monitoring to support efficient, high-quality study delivery.
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Richard Mills, Global Head of Commercial Operations, Comac Medical
Richard Mills is the Global Head of Commercial Operations at Comac Medical, bringing nearly 30 years of experience in the CRO and life sciences industry, including over 16 years in senior leadership roles at PAREXEL. He has a strong track record in global pre-sales, commercial strategy and strategic deal execution, leading cross-functional teams to secure complex, high-value partnerships. Richard is recognized for his ability to align commercial and operational priorities, optimize pricing strategies and drive sustainable business growth. At Comac Medical, he oversees proposals, strategic pricing, vendor management and sales operations, ensuring efficient and competitive study delivery. His expertise in stakeholder engagement and strategic decision-making supports successful clinical trial execution, particularly in complex and time-sensitive scenarios such as clinical trial rescue.
Message PresenterWho Should Attend?
This webinar will appeal to clinical trial professionals responsible for improving recruitment, timelines and study delivery, including those in biotech, pharma and CROs.
Relevant roles include:
- Clinical Operations and Development leaders
- Clinical Project, Trial and Study Managers
- Patient Recruitment and Enrollment Leads
- Feasibility, Site Selection and Site Activation Specialists
- Clinical Monitoring, Outsourcing and CRO Management professionals
What You Will Learn
Attendees will gain insights into:
- How to identify early warning signs of trial underperformance and take action
- Proven strategies to accelerate patient recruitment and enrollment
- Practical approaches to optimize operations, resources and timelines
- How to successfully execute clinical trial rescue strategies through the right partnerships
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Comac Medical
Comac Medical is a trusted, pan-European full-service Contract Research Organization (CRO) with over 27 years of experience in delivering high-quality clinical research solutions. Operating beyond the traditional big CRO model, the company combines flexibility, reliability and deep regional expertise to support sponsors across Phase I–IV clinical trials, as well as medical device and food supplement studies.
With a fully integrated Phase I Unit in Europe and strong operational presence across Europe and Eurasia, Comac Medical provides end-to-end, in-house capabilities designed to accelerate timelines and optimize study performance. Following the acquisition of ILIFE Consulting, a Paris-based CRO specialized in oncology, rare diseases and complex biotech clinical trials, Comac Medical has further strengthened its pan-European footprint and consulting capabilities, combining strategic expertise with clinical trial execution.
To learn more, visit comac-medical.com or follow Comac Medical on LinkedIn.
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