A fascinating article, video, and reader comment board at the New York Times online is must-read material for anyone curious about clinical trials. Written by reporter Pam Belluck, the article, “Test Subjects Who Call the Scientist Mom or Dad,” examines the ethical implications and potential impact on children and clinical trials when parents use their [...]

In this in-depth interview I discuss the business of medical clinical trials and my experience as both a participant and in researching the subject for my upcoming book Chasing Medical Miracles: The Promise and Perils of Clinical Trials.
I touch on many aspects of the book, including the legal and business perspectives, the personal stories of [...]