Ohio Chapter: June 2026 In-Person Columbus Event

When:  Jun 12, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM (ET)
Associated with  ACRP Ohio Chapter

Ohio Chapter: June 2026 In-Person Columbus Event

 
This is a in-person event
 
Location:
Energy Advancement and Innovation Center
2281 Kenny Rd
Columbus, OH 43210 
 
Event Description:
This session will focus on practical strategies and emerging innovations in decentralized clinical trials and wearable health technologies. Three expert speakers will share insights on integrating digital health tools into clinical research, enhancing patient engagement through decentralized approaches, and navigating the operational and technological considerations shaping the future of clinical trials. 
 
Learning Objectives:
  1. Describe how decentralized clinical trial (DCT) models and wearable health technologies are transforming clinical research through improved patient access, engagement, remote monitoring, and real-time data collection.
  2. Evaluate the operational, regulatory, data integrity, privacy, and compliance considerations associated with implementing decentralized and hybrid clinical trial approaches.
  3. Assess the benefits, challenges, and future opportunities of integrating digital health technologies and wearable devices into clinical trial protocols to support participant diversity, inclusion, and data quality. 
Event Agenda:
  • 10:00 - 10:15 | Registration
  • 10:15 - 10:30 | Welcome
  • 10:30 - 11:30 | Kenneth Chikwelu, MBBS, MPH, Clinical Research Coordinator; Digital Health Technologies in Clinical Trials: A Site Perspective
  • 11:30 - 12:30 | Jake Finkler, Manager and Keith Tode, EVP Decentralized Clinical Trials
  • 12:30 - 1:30 | Lunch (Sponsored by Actalent)
  • 1:30 - 2:30 | Panel Discussion
  • 2:30 - 3:00 | Wrap up and networking 
 
Registration Information:
Click here to register by 6/10/26. Each attendee is required to have their own registration – only one registration per transaction.
 
  • Chapter Member: $10
  • ACRP Member: $15
  • Non-Member: $25
 
After registering, please visit the event's community page to find the login information or any additional event updates, and to communicate with the event organizer.
 
The educational portion of this event may be self-reported as 3 points toward an attendee’s Maintenance of Certification. These points are subject to review and acceptance by the Academy of Clinical Research Professionals in accordance with the criteria established. Attendees should keep a record of event participation in case they are randomly selected to participate in the maintenance verification process. The Chapter can provide a certificate of attendance upon request.

Location

Energy Advancement and Innovation Center
2281 Kenny Rd
Columbus, OH 43210