Radiation Therapies and Radiopharmaceuticals

An industry leader in radiation therapies and imaging, and the only CRO combining global reach, full-service, and in-house dosimetry and medical physics.

An industry leader in radiation therapies and imaging, and the only CRO combining global reach, full-service, and in-house dosimetry and medical physics.

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Integrated Operational, Medical, and Imaging Expertise Embedded in Radiation Therapy Trials

In the era of targeted therapies, radiation oncology, radiopharmaceuticals, and radiation devices have made incremental developmental advances due to clinical research. With the continuous increase in radiation applications, and as boundaries continue to be challenged with new technologies and isotopes increasing trial complexity, the need is greater than ever for specialist teams who can execute clinical trials with expertise and efficiency.  

Mitigate risk and optimally achieve target endpoints in your radiation therapy clinical trial by partnering with a full-service clinical research organization with a consistent track record of excellence in radiation oncology research. Full integration of medical, imaging and physics experts with experienced operational teams ensures optimal study conduct and accelerates the path to approval by minimizing start-up barriers, anticipating challenges, and effectively managing the complexities often involved in radiation oncology clinical research. Long-established global presence and expertise provides complete geographic flexibility and an ideal long-term development partner from first in human to marketing authorization.  

The Medpace Advantage in Radiation Therapy and Imaging Clinical Trials

Radiation therapies have advanced over the last decade, most notably in the fields of imaging and oncology. Our in-house, integrated team of radiation oncologists and imaging experts understand the biological, clinical, regulatory, operational, and imaging considerations that must be factored in when designing and executing radiation therapy trials and apply their specialized experience to effectively navigate trial complexities and execute the program seamlessly. 

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Embedded Medical, Imaging and Physics Expertise in Radiation Therapies

Our innovative, integrated approach combines the expertise of our radiation oncologists within our CRO, and of our imaging specialists and medical physicists within our Core Lab, to deliver world-class oversight and trial leadership. Leverage our in-house radiation therapy team’s understanding of the nuances in radiation oncology techniques, quantitative imaging analysis and dosimetry in your upcoming clinical trials. 

  • Medical leadership that supports interdisciplinary relationships within and between Principal Investigators, KOLS, sites, vendors and Sponsors 
  • Cross-disciplinary radiation oncology capabilities provide state-of-the-art services for either stand-alone or fully integrated projects with Medpace CRO 
  • Board-certified radiation oncologists provide medical leadership to enhance and expedite radiopharmaceutical and radiation device development 

Nuclear Medicine Imaging for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endpoints and Dosimetry

Benefit from the imaging specialists and medical physicists at our fully-integrated Imaging Core Laboratory, which provides centralized management for the coordination and execution of imaging study aspects. 

  • Broad imaging modalities provide state-of-the-art core lab services for either stand-alone or fully integrated projects with Medpace CRO 
  • End-to-end suite of global imaging services to enhance and expedite centralized oncology assessments  
  • Customized imaging acquisition protocols for the biodistribution and radiation dosimetry of beta and alpha-emitting radiopharmaceuticals 

In-House Dosimetry Capabilities

Biotech companies and nuclear medicine departments are focusing on dosimetric approaches that enhance therapeutic benefits to patients while adhering to regulatory authority requirements. Well-informed dosimetry input is essential for achieving success in radiopharmaceutical therapy clinical trials and is often integral to development pathways and Regulatory requirements. 

Medpace offers complete in-house dosimetry analyses, fully integrated within ClinTrak® Imaging for optimal efficiency in dosimetry workflow. Dosimetry services also include: 

  • Expert guidance on protocol, imaging acquisition, and analysis for dosimetry 
  • Expertise in diagnostic, therapeutic, and theragnostic radionuclides 
  • Customized, live site training performed by Imaging Technologists supports high quality data and compliance with imaging specifications for dosimetry 
  • Services provided by Medpace Imaging Core Lab (MICL) dosimetry include but are not limited to study planning, instrument and scanner calibrations, uptake assessments and radiation absorbed dose calculations 

Clinical Operations for Radiopharmaceuticals

Study management for radiopharmaceutical trials is highly complex and cross-functional. Medpace industry leading radiopharmaceutical study teams employ robust established processes and best practices, combined with comprehensive training and ongoing education, to deliver quality execution of each radiopharmaceutical trial. Additional in-house support on technical and specialist topics is integrated as needed and our physicians, advanced clinical practitioners, Clinical Trial Managers and CRAs go the extra mile to support the investigative sites, ensuring each trial is performed safely and efficiently.  

  • Full-service integration delivers higher quality results for managing the complexities and challenges of radiopharmaceutical studies:   
    • Centralized management for the coordination and execution of all study aspects, including technical areas such as Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control  
    • Seamless integration of Medpace Imaging Core Laboratory, Medpace Reference Laboratory and Clinical Packaging and Supplies within the study team ensures efficient and harmonized processes throughout the study lifecycle   
  • Fully customized study plans and procedures, adapted to the needs of each radiopharmaceutical product 
  • Clinical Monitoring strategies optimized to meet the demands and restraints of radiopharmaceutical trials, including informed, operationally focused risk mitigation strategies 

Global Regulatory Affairs

As the regulatory frameworks for radiopharmaceuticals vary globally, the applicable regulatory pathway for a given geography will be based on the type of product, the intended use, and associated risks.  Our dedicated and knowledgeable global regulatory submissions team and global regulatory affairs teams provide comprehensive support throughout the development process. 

  • Global, regional, and country-specific regulatory strategies to facilitate diagnostic, therapeutic and theranostic trials 
  • Strategic nonclinical program guidance in the areas of toxicology, pharmacology, biodistribution, dosimetry that ensures regulatory success and provides maximal flexibility in the clinical development plan 
  • Assistance with timely interactions with Regulatory Authorities to gain alignment and to negotiate complex issues specific to radiation therapies 
  • Regulatory Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control support for phase-appropriate characterization of this special class of compounds to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations
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Nuclear Medicine Leadership Forum

The Medpace dedicated cross-functional Radiation Therapy Leadership Forum provides a structured framework to enhance and optimize the conduct of all Medpace radiopharmaceutical trials globally and supports continued education process and technological innovation.

  • All functional areas represented across wide variety of therapeutic areas, indications, phases​ and geographies 
  • Review of current regulatory and clinical landscape relevant to radiation therapies and radiopharmaceuticals 
  • Identify patient-centric strategies to better meet patient needs​ 
  • Develop project management tools and training specific to nuclear medicine studies and clinical trial operations​ 
  • Radiopharmaceutical certificate program for CRAs and CTMs 

Global Relationships & Resources

Our strong relationships with investigators, key sites, regulators, institutions, specialized laboratories, and KOLs in Radiation Therapy help facilitate strategic site identification, start-up, and recruitment efforts. These relationships, combined with our proprietary IntelliPACE® feasibility strategy and dedicated in-house patient recruitment teams translate into expedited site selection and patient recruitment as well as increased patient retention to help keep trials on time and on budget. 

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“Always aligned with our Sponsor’s goals, we make sure that trials are poised to enroll quickly, treat patients safely, and eliminate unnecessary redundancies.”

Blythe Thomson, MD
Senior Vice President, Medical Department,
Hematology & Oncology

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