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Leap Together Podcast: Episode 7 Dr. Michele Reynolds
Summary In this episode of Leap Together podcast, host Zach Gobst sits down with Dr. Michele Reynolds, a family medicine physician and multispecialty research principal investigator with over 30 years of experience and more than 400 clinical trials conducted. Dr. Reynolds shares how an unexpected opportunity led her from private… Read more ⇢
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Earning Attention, Building Trust: Reaching Newly Diagnosed Patients Through Registry Campaigns
Newly diagnosed patients are at a crossroads. They’re navigating a whirlwind of symptoms, appointments, conflicting advice, and internet rabbit holes. This is a time filled with questions—What’s next? Can I manage this? What are my treatment options? It’s also the moment when patients are most actively seeking information, making it… Read more ⇢
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Leap Together Podcast: Episode 6 Dr. Mark Gorovoy
Summary In Episode 6 of Leap Together, host Zach Gobst speaks with renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Mark Gorovoy, a pioneer in corneal surgery and one of the early champions of DSAEK (Descemet’s Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty). Dr. Gorovoy shares how this innovative procedure revolutionized treatment for patients with Fuchs Dystrophy and… Read more ⇢
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Leap Together Podcast: Episode 5 Joel Stanley
Summary In Episode 5 of the Leap Together podcast, we sit down with Joel Stanley, CEO of AJNA Biosciences and former CEO and Chairman of Charlotte’s Web, to discuss the future of botanical drug development and what it takes to bring plant-based medicines into the clinical research landscape. Joel shares… Read more ⇢
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Prader-Willi Syndrome: Understanding, Managing, and Finding Hope
Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder affecting 1 in 15,000 to 20,000 individuals, causing various physical and mental challenges. Symptoms include hypotonia in infancy and hyperphagia later. Although there’s no cure, early diagnosis and multidisciplinary management can improve quality of life. Research continues to explore advanced treatment options. Read more ⇢
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Leap Together Podcast: Episode 4 Dr. Raymond Douglas
Summary In Episode 4 of the Leap Together podcast, we sit down with Dr. Raymond Douglas, world-renowned oculoplastic surgeon, Chief Scientific Officer at Sling Therapeutics, and lead scientific contributor behind Tepezza, the first FDA-approved treatment for Thyroid Eye Disease (TED). Dr. Douglas shares his career journey from oncology and immunology… Read more ⇢
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Celebrating Patient Voices: From Patient Advocacy Organization (PAO) Action Week to Patient Partnership Week 2025
In June 2025, Patient Advocacy Organization Action Week recognized the vital role of advocacy in clinical research. Advocates enhance study designs, build trust, and amplify patient voices. The upcoming Patient Partnership Week emphasizes genuine collaboration, urging inclusion in governance. By prioritizing patient input, studies can be more relevant, inclusive, and… Read more ⇢
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Leap Together Podcast: Episode 3 Zachary Gobst
Summary In this special episode of the Leap Together podcast, we flip the mic and feature our own CEO, Zach Gobst, for a candid conversation about the founding of Leapcure, the evolution of the company, and what it really takes to make clinical trials more equitable, empathetic, and impactful. Zach… Read more ⇢
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Rethinking Rare Disease Clinical Trial Recruitment: When the Data Doesn’t Tell the Truth
Awareness Campaigns, Clinical Recruitment, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Community Health, Medical Research, Patient Success, Study InsightsIn rare disease clinical trials, data misinterpretation can lead to false positives despite promising metrics. A recent study revealed that while patients passed initial screenings, many didn’t meet strict eligibility criteria. By refining the screener to better align with patient language and experiences, recruitment improved quality, highlighting the importance of… Read more ⇢
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