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Simplifying Friction in Cell Therapy Clinical Trials with Dr. Panteli Theocharous

February 26, 2026 • Erin Harris

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In episode 123 of Cell & Gene: The Podcast, Host Erin Harris talks to Dr. Panteli Theocharous, FIBMS, M.S., Ph.D., FRCPath, about the patient journey in cell therapy trials. They pinpoint key friction points, such as delayed referrals, unpredictable vein-to-vein timelines, and burdensome long-term follow-up, while sharing actionable strategies for simplification. These strategies range from upstream trial design and streamlined consent processes to standardized logistics, hybrid monitoring models, honest risk communication, and engaging patients as true partners in real-world evidence generation.

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