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Introducing the mdtalk podcast: bringing you the best in clinical research discussions straight to your device

Posted | March 17, 2022

We are delighted to announce the launch of the mdtalk podcast. Join host LaQuinta Jernigan, Executive Vice President for North America at mdgroup, as she shines a light on the…

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mdgroup to partner with ERGOMED on new Rare Disease Innovation Center

Posted | March 8, 2022

Collaboration will provide sponsors with access to industry-leading technology and expertise to optimise rare disease drug development and tackle unmet medical need Bracknell, UK: 28 February 2022 – mdgroup, the…

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mdgroup at SCOPE 2022: The Proper Selection of HCPs for Remote Patient Visits

Posted | February 28, 2022

Deploying appropriately trained, talented, and dedicated healthcare providers (HCPs) is essential to ensuring the quality and integrity of data collected during in-home patient visits. By selecting only HCPs who are…

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Rare Disease Day: Delivering Remarkable to Patients with Rare Diseases

Posted | February 28, 2022

We’re on a mission to facilitate remarkable experiences for patients taking part in clinical trials around the world, and this is especially important for those with rare diseases. Living with…

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Rare Disease Day 2022: Jennifer’s Story

Posted | February 25, 2022

Jennifer Kinnebrew is a Contract Administrator at mdgroup, based in North Carolina. As part of her role, Jennifer assists in ensuring contracts with our clients and suppliers are in place…

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Rare Disease Day 2022: Rafaela’s Story

Posted | February 24, 2022

Rafaela Vale is a Clinical Manager at mdgroup, working out of our Brazil office. She specialises in rare disease clinical trials, and has a special affinity to patients and their…

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Buzzacott Organic Growth 25: mdgroup Recognised for Unprecedented Growth

Posted | February 17, 2022

We’re delighted to announce our place on the Buzzacott Organic Growth 25 list, which celebrates twenty-five of the fastest growing businesses in the UK. Over the past two years, we’ve…

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Meet the mdgroup Tech Superstars

Posted | February 11, 2022

While many organisations have made great strides in diversity and inclusion in recent years, a significant gender gap persists in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers. Throughout the world,…

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Delivering Remarkable Patient Experiences in Clinical Trials

Posted | February 9, 2022

Our Chief Operating Officer, Christopher Kennedy, recently presented at Pharma and Patient USA, a virtual event bringing together leaders in patient-centricity. Christopher shared our perspective on what it takes to…

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Creating Remarkable Patient Experiences: The Ultimate Guide

Posted | February 7, 2022

We should never underestimate the impact of clinical trial participation on patients and their families. Neither can we ignore that without their great courage and personal sacrifices, the development of…

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Facilitating Remarkable in 2021 and Beyond

Posted | December 16, 2021

We’re on a mission to deliver remarkable experiences, making life better for patients taking part in clinical trials around the world. The COVID-19 pandemic pushed patient centricity high on big…

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Why Patient Advocacy Matters: Chris’s Story

Posted | December 15, 2021

Chris Ojeda is a full-time caregiver for his son Billy, who has a rare terminal disease. Chris actively participates in online groups set up to support patients and caregivers, sharing…

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Introducing the mdtalk podcast: bringing you the best in clinical research discussions straight to your device

mdgroup to partner with ERGOMED on new Rare Disease Innovation Center

mdgroup at SCOPE 2022: The Proper Selection of HCPs for Remote Patient Visits

Rare Disease Day: Delivering Remarkable to Patients with Rare Diseases

Rare Disease Day 2022: Jennifer’s Story

Rare Disease Day 2022: Rafaela’s Story

Buzzacott Organic Growth 25: mdgroup Recognised for Unprecedented Growth

International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Meet the mdgroup Tech Superstars

Delivering Remarkable Patient Experiences in Clinical Trials

Creating Remarkable Patient Experiences: The Ultimate Guide

Facilitating Remarkable in 2021 and Beyond

Why Patient Advocacy Matters: Chris’s Story

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