The Clinical Trial Referral Ambassadors program to promote clinical trial referrals within rural community hospitals: A formative program evaluation study

Key Points

• Enhanced clinical trial referrals were observed through the program's initiatives, supporting further outreach efforts.
• A significant increase of 25% in trial referrals was recorded during the program's operation.
• Observational analysis of preliminary outcomes within rural community settings helped identify barriers and enablers.
• This approach highlights the need for increased awareness and support systems in rural healthcare environments.