Changing Models of Consent for Medical Research
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The highly contagious nature of COVID-19 necessitated the use of isolation for infected patients and those under investigation. Because of limited in-person interactions with next of kin and those with medical power of attorney, researchers had to find alternative methods for obtaining consent to conduct research among this highly vulnerable population in a time of rapid, intensive investigation of unproven treatments. This webcast explores alternative methods of obtaining informed consent using modern technology and legal and ethical considerations. Topics include:
Hybrid consent using both written and electronic materials
Electronic consent through web-based research tools
Opt-out consent