Hear insights on improving access to clinical trials with guest, Sam Eells, co-founder of Lightship. We dive deep into her inspiring journey from her early interests in science and healthcare, to her work in public health that led to the founding of Lightship. Learn how Sam's experiences at UCLA shaped her passion for creating better patient experiences and addressing health disparities in clinical trials.

Sam and I explore the mission of Lightship and how it aims to revolutionize the clinical trial industry by providing improved patient experiences, greater access, and more choices for participants. We discuss the crucial relationship between clinical research and public health, and how the pandemic has shifted the industry's focus to collaboration and innovation. Find out why Lightship's customer-centric approach is a game-changer and why you should care about the services this groundbreaking company provides.

We also examine the importance of social determinants of health in clinical trials and the role environmental sustainability can play in shaping the future of research.

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Host David E. Williams is president of healthcare strategy consulting firm Health Business Group.

Episodes through March 2025 were produced by Dafna Williams.

Interview with Lightship co-founder Samantha Eells