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The Double-Edged Sword of Direct-to-Consumer Pharmaceutical Advertising

The Double-Edged Sword of Direct-to-Consumer Pharmaceutical Advertising

If you’ve turned on the TV, scrolled through social media, or flipped through a magazine lately, chances are you’ve seen an ad for a prescription drug. Hello Serena Williams and the latest GLP—1 controversy. This type of promotion—known as direct-to-consumer (DTC) pharmaceutical advertising—is designed to raise awareness, shape perceptions, and encourage patients to ask their

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What Sponsors & CROs Should Ask Their Recruitment Vendors (But Often Don’t)

What Sponsors & CROs Should Ask Their Recruitment Vendors (But Often Don’t)

When it comes to clinical trial recruitment, success often hinges on the strength of your partnerships—especially with your recruitment vendors. Yet, many sponsors and CROs overlook critical questions that could make or break their enrollment timelines and overall trial success. If you’re vetting a recruitment partner—or already working with one—here are some key questions you

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Understanding Your Audience Is the Key to Social Media Success for Dermatologists

Understanding Your Audience Is the Key to Social Media Success for Dermatologists

By Brandy Church, MBA Originally appeared in ASDS Currents Magazine (American Society for Dermatologic Surgery) Download PDF In today’s competitive aesthetic and medical dermatology landscape, a strong social media presence isn’t just a bonus — it’s a business imperative. Yet, many dermatologists find themselves posting content that doesn’t resonate, wondering why engagement is low or

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Is Your Recruitment Strategy Costing You Time and Money?

Is Your Recruitment Strategy Costing You Time and Money?

By Brandy Church, CEO of ImageBloom, Inc. Patient recruitment has always been a high-stakes, high-cost challenge. Sponsors often pour significant resources into recruitment efforts, only to face delays, low enrollment rates, and underwhelming returns. After over a decade in the industry including years at the site level, I’ve seen firsthand how avoidable inefficiencies drain both

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Facebook for Patient Recruitment

Facebook for Patient Recruitment

Recruiting patients for clinical trials has long been a complex and resource-intensive process. As digital marketing continues to evolve, Facebook has emerged as a powerful platform for reaching potential study participants on a large scale. With over 3 billion monthly active users worldwide, Facebook offers unmatched targeting capabilities—but it’s not without its limitations. From strict

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